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Requisition Number: S3078 Position Number: 998839 Position Classification Title: Human Resources Specialist Functional Title: Human Resources Specialist Position Type: Staff Overview
Located in North Carolina’s third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG is recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. It is ranked No. 1 in North Carolina for net cost by The New York Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal, assisting first-generation and lower-income students. UNCG is designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, with a research and creative activity portfolio exceeding $67M. The University’s 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region exceeding $1B. Primary Purpose Of The Organizational Unit
The Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs is the principal academic officer, reporting to the Chancellor. The office provides leadership in curriculum and program development, advancement of teaching, support of research and other scholarly work, and coordination of the faculty governance system. It is responsible for academic support units and services related to students’ academic programs, curriculum requirements, and opportunities. It has authority over appointment, promotion, and compensation of faculty and professional personnel, including compliance with the University’s Affirmative Action Plan. The Provost, through Faculty Personnel Services, oversees personnel administration for approximately 1,200 faculty employees and is responsible for annual and biennial budget planning and resource allocation among academic divisions. Position Summary
The primary purpose of this position is to support the strategic goals of Faculty Personnel Services (FPS) within the Office of the Provost. The Human Resource Specialist administers and provides oversight of EHRA Faculty positions and employee actions, including transactional processing of new hires, salary changes, terminations, and related activities. The role also handles all EHRA Faculty EPAFs and transactions for appointments, reappointments, promotions, etc. Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be from appropriately accredited institutions. Preferred Qualifications
Extensive knowledge of and experience with Ellucian Banner HR. Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Excellent analytical and communication skills, customer service, and attention to detail. Experience in Higher Education, preferably within the UNC System. Knowledge of and prior experience with the policies and regulations governing faculty personnel actions. Demonstrated commitment to professional responsibilities. Ability to think critically and maintain a high standard of confidentiality. Alternate Option
If no applicants meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations. Special Instructions To Applicants
Applicants are required to upload a list of at least three (3) professional references that includes: Name Company Name Type of reference (Professional, Supervisor, Colleague, Academic, or Personal). One (1) of those references must be a current or previous supervisor. Email Address Contact Phone Number Recruitment Range
$59,070 - $62,217 Org #-Department
Office of the Provost - 10101 Work Hours Of Position
8 A.M - 5 P.M, Monday - Friday Number Of Months Per Year
12 Career Banded Title
Human Resources Specialist Open Date
02/02/2026 Close Date
02/21/2026 FTE
1.000 FLSA
Non-Exempt Key Responsibilities
Consultation Essential Tasks
Foster and maintain collaborative relationships with respective University constituents. Work closely with the Director on policies, procedures, and reporting to guide decision-making. Serve as a resource on academic matters by providing guidance, assistance, and support to management, members of the University community, and unit administrators. Work with the University community to provide information, explain, and clarify questions/concerns related to faculty employment. Provide regular updates to the Director to ensure the successful completion of the unit’s tasks. Key Responsibility
Maintaining Employment Records Essential Tasks
Process employment/personnel actions related to appointments/reappointments, promotions, and terminations in the Banner HR System. Ensure personnel/payroll transactions are processed and completed in a timely and accurate manner. Interpret and explain academic policies, procedures, laws, and standards to new and existing employees. Maintenance of appropriate personnel records/files. Key Responsibility
Preparing, Reviewing, or Processing Forms, Reports, Documents Essential Tasks
Analyze various payroll and personnel reports and prepare a variety of personnel reports for UNCG’s Board of Trustees and the UNC Office of the President. Initiation of Faculty Contracts – appointments, reappointments, changes in appointment/salary/title. Key Responsibility
Other duties/special projects as assigned Essential Tasks
Assists managers with research and special projects as necessary. Competencies
Applied Knowledge – HR Program and Organization Knowledge of policies, procedures, precedents, and best practices affecting HR program area(s), demonstrated by the ability to analyze and explain policy, procedure, or process revisions, and implement HR initiatives such as workforce planning and talent management using the broader perspective of the client’s business needs. May draft and recommend new procedures. Operational knowledge and the ability to articulate the purpose of the organization, including its mission, services, clients, and measures of business effectiveness, in order to adapt HR processes, procedures, and activities to meet client needs. Ability to identify, understand, and provide possible resolutions for issues and problems that impact client services. Competency Level
Advanced Competency
Customer Service Competency Description
Ability to engage and act in the best interests of the organization by aligning service delivery with strategic goals, clients’ needs, and HR best practices. Understands the unique needs of clients and provides responsive services/answers tailored to their requirements. Maintains quality service standards and recommends improvements. Competency
Communication – Verbal/Written Competency Description
Listens to assure understanding of the issue and then persuasively conveys more involved, multiple-issue information to clients; adjusts communication style as needed. May develop materials to assist others in explaining or understanding similar issues. Delivers complex or adverse information; advises and consults with clients to ensure accuracy of the communication and understanding of the message. Places the message in context with the organization’s broader business perspective. Draft internal policy and work processes. Competency
Information/Records Administration Competency Description
Develops and recommends new approaches to improve records and information management. Evaluates and recommends changes to data collection and data presentation methods in response to complex requests. Identifies trends in HR information management and analysis and discusses these with higher level staff. Physical Effort
Hand Movement-Repetitive Motions, Finger Dexterity - F, Reading - F, Writing - F, Hearing - F, Talking - F, Reaching - O Work Environment
Equipment/Machines - Step Stools - R, Inside - C, Overtime - O
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Requisition Number: S3078 Position Number: 998839 Position Classification Title: Human Resources Specialist Functional Title: Human Resources Specialist Position Type: Staff Overview
Located in North Carolina’s third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG is recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. It is ranked No. 1 in North Carolina for net cost by The New York Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal, assisting first-generation and lower-income students. UNCG is designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, with a research and creative activity portfolio exceeding $67M. The University’s 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region exceeding $1B. Primary Purpose Of The Organizational Unit
The Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs is the principal academic officer, reporting to the Chancellor. The office provides leadership in curriculum and program development, advancement of teaching, support of research and other scholarly work, and coordination of the faculty governance system. It is responsible for academic support units and services related to students’ academic programs, curriculum requirements, and opportunities. It has authority over appointment, promotion, and compensation of faculty and professional personnel, including compliance with the University’s Affirmative Action Plan. The Provost, through Faculty Personnel Services, oversees personnel administration for approximately 1,200 faculty employees and is responsible for annual and biennial budget planning and resource allocation among academic divisions. Position Summary
The primary purpose of this position is to support the strategic goals of Faculty Personnel Services (FPS) within the Office of the Provost. The Human Resource Specialist administers and provides oversight of EHRA Faculty positions and employee actions, including transactional processing of new hires, salary changes, terminations, and related activities. The role also handles all EHRA Faculty EPAFs and transactions for appointments, reappointments, promotions, etc. Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be from appropriately accredited institutions. Preferred Qualifications
Extensive knowledge of and experience with Ellucian Banner HR. Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Excellent analytical and communication skills, customer service, and attention to detail. Experience in Higher Education, preferably within the UNC System. Knowledge of and prior experience with the policies and regulations governing faculty personnel actions. Demonstrated commitment to professional responsibilities. Ability to think critically and maintain a high standard of confidentiality. Alternate Option
If no applicants meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations. Special Instructions To Applicants
Applicants are required to upload a list of at least three (3) professional references that includes: Name Company Name Type of reference (Professional, Supervisor, Colleague, Academic, or Personal). One (1) of those references must be a current or previous supervisor. Email Address Contact Phone Number Recruitment Range
$59,070 - $62,217 Org #-Department
Office of the Provost - 10101 Work Hours Of Position
8 A.M - 5 P.M, Monday - Friday Number Of Months Per Year
12 Career Banded Title
Human Resources Specialist Open Date
02/02/2026 Close Date
02/21/2026 FTE
1.000 FLSA
Non-Exempt Key Responsibilities
Consultation Essential Tasks
Foster and maintain collaborative relationships with respective University constituents. Work closely with the Director on policies, procedures, and reporting to guide decision-making. Serve as a resource on academic matters by providing guidance, assistance, and support to management, members of the University community, and unit administrators. Work with the University community to provide information, explain, and clarify questions/concerns related to faculty employment. Provide regular updates to the Director to ensure the successful completion of the unit’s tasks. Key Responsibility
Maintaining Employment Records Essential Tasks
Process employment/personnel actions related to appointments/reappointments, promotions, and terminations in the Banner HR System. Ensure personnel/payroll transactions are processed and completed in a timely and accurate manner. Interpret and explain academic policies, procedures, laws, and standards to new and existing employees. Maintenance of appropriate personnel records/files. Key Responsibility
Preparing, Reviewing, or Processing Forms, Reports, Documents Essential Tasks
Analyze various payroll and personnel reports and prepare a variety of personnel reports for UNCG’s Board of Trustees and the UNC Office of the President. Initiation of Faculty Contracts – appointments, reappointments, changes in appointment/salary/title. Key Responsibility
Other duties/special projects as assigned Essential Tasks
Assists managers with research and special projects as necessary. Competencies
Applied Knowledge – HR Program and Organization Knowledge of policies, procedures, precedents, and best practices affecting HR program area(s), demonstrated by the ability to analyze and explain policy, procedure, or process revisions, and implement HR initiatives such as workforce planning and talent management using the broader perspective of the client’s business needs. May draft and recommend new procedures. Operational knowledge and the ability to articulate the purpose of the organization, including its mission, services, clients, and measures of business effectiveness, in order to adapt HR processes, procedures, and activities to meet client needs. Ability to identify, understand, and provide possible resolutions for issues and problems that impact client services. Competency Level
Advanced Competency
Customer Service Competency Description
Ability to engage and act in the best interests of the organization by aligning service delivery with strategic goals, clients’ needs, and HR best practices. Understands the unique needs of clients and provides responsive services/answers tailored to their requirements. Maintains quality service standards and recommends improvements. Competency
Communication – Verbal/Written Competency Description
Listens to assure understanding of the issue and then persuasively conveys more involved, multiple-issue information to clients; adjusts communication style as needed. May develop materials to assist others in explaining or understanding similar issues. Delivers complex or adverse information; advises and consults with clients to ensure accuracy of the communication and understanding of the message. Places the message in context with the organization’s broader business perspective. Draft internal policy and work processes. Competency
Information/Records Administration Competency Description
Develops and recommends new approaches to improve records and information management. Evaluates and recommends changes to data collection and data presentation methods in response to complex requests. Identifies trends in HR information management and analysis and discusses these with higher level staff. Physical Effort
Hand Movement-Repetitive Motions, Finger Dexterity - F, Reading - F, Writing - F, Hearing - F, Talking - F, Reaching - O Work Environment
Equipment/Machines - Step Stools - R, Inside - C, Overtime - O
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