Human Resources Specialist III

K-State Athletics is seeking qualified and dependable applicants who are interested in joining our busy HR Office in the exciting world of collegiate athletics. Must be customer service-oriented, friendly, patient, and enjoy working in a fast-pace...

  • 520493
  • Manhattan, Kansas, United States
  • K-State Athletics Inc (Agcy)
  • Athletics
  • On-site

About This Role

K-State Athletics is seeking qualified applicants for a HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST III, which is a full-time, hourly, benefits-eligible position.

An example of job duties includes but are not limited to:

  • Monitor and update position descriptions for benefit-eligible employees, post-grad interns, and non-resident employees, create searches and monitor hiring processes and position changes, review and approve hire requests to ensure each position's pay rate is accurate, process salary and title changes using the University systems;
  • Prepare employment paperwork and meet with new benefit-eligible employees to review and sign paperwork, benefits and policies, and answer any questions they may have; submit paperwork to HR on-campus for processing through ImageNow, add employees to various department databases, and ensure new hires are processed by HR on-campus, enter benefits into University system and check to make sure new hire will receive first paycheck on time.
  • Run monthly labor reports, as required by law
  • Process FMLA requests; work alongside HR Director for final approval; Manually track all FMLA hours used to ensure employees do not use more than what was approved;
  • Train HR Payroll Specialist on new hire processes, verifying new employees have been entered into HRIS, payroll processing and reports, timeclock system, how to enter leave into HRIS, and other tasks as necessary;
  • Other duties as assigned

About Us

K-State Athletics, Inc. is looking for experienced applicants who enjoy working in a busy office, possess excellent prioritization and multi-tasking skills, provide friendly customer service, and want to become a member of our staff to help advance our Human Resources Office through hard work, knowledge, and dedication.

Our mission is to foster a culture in which our student-athletes have every opportunity to reach their maximum potential academically, athletically, mentally and socially while operating an organization that is anchored by a genuine commitment to K-Stat, our supporters and each other.

For more information on K-State Athletics, please visit http://www.kstatesports.com

For more information on Manhattan, KS and the University, please visit http://www.k-state.edu/hcs/jobs/ 

Worksite Description

This position is On-site.

What You'll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree in related field. This position may use additional experience in lieu of a degree as determined relevant by hiring manager.
  • One year of relevant experience.
  • Very strong knowledge and experience using MS Office Systems
  • Experience providing excellent, friendly customer service in a very busy setting
  • Must be able to multi-task successfully and always handle interruptions in a friendly, helpful, and positive manner

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in NCAA athletics
  • Experience entering time and leave in a payroll program, running reports and verifying employee time and leave
  • Experience using PeopleSoft and/or PageUp
  • Experience using Adobe and Adobe E-Sign

Sponsorship eligibility:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship

How to Apply

To be considered for the position, please complete the online application and submit/upload the following documents:

  1. Cover letter indicating your qualifications for the position
  2. Resume with three professional references that includes their contact information (name, title, phone number, email address) 

Application Window

Screening of applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled.

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

$23.00 to $25.00/hr

Benefits

  • Excellent medical, dental and vision health plans
  • Very competitive retirement plan
  • Generous earned vacation and sick leave plans
  • Parental leave plan Employer paid term life insurance
  • Employer paid accidental death and dismemberment insurance
  • Employer paid long term disability insurance
  • Paid KSU designated holidays

K-State Athletics Local Agency Employee Benefits Information: https://www.kstatesports.com/sports/2020/3/6/athletics-human-resources.aspx?path=resource

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Why Join Us:

Discover a benefits package that truly prioritizes your well-being! Enjoy excellent medical, dental, and vision health plans, alongside a highly competitive retirement plan to secure your future. You’ll also benefit from earned vacation and sick leave, a generous parental leave plan, and robust insurance options, including term life, accidental death and dismemberment, and long-term disability coverage. Plus, take advantage of paid holidays designated by KSU, ensuring you have time to recharge and enjoy life to the fullest! K-State Athletics Local Agency Employee Benefits Information

Work Authorization: 

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

Background Screening Statement:

Upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment, a candidate may be subject to a background check per K-State’s background check policy.

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