Human Resources Assistant
University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, United States
Job Summary
Are you a current U of U student who wants to learn about the field of Human Resources? The Human Resources Department at the University of Utah is looking for a student to assist with a variety of Human Resources transactional and support tasks, and learn valuable HR and customer service skills. Some of our previous student employees in this role have gone on to get full‑time jobs in the HR field after graduation.
This student will work a hybrid schedule in person and remotely to enter various transactions into a number of different systems, maintain human resources records, coordinate the initiation of background checks and I‑9s, and other duties as assigned. Strong communication skills and the ability to capture and process information in a fast-paced environment are essential. The student will be trained on HRIS systems and will work with PeopleAdmin, PeopleSoft, and MS Outlook.
Responsibilities
Process and complete necessary changes to Human Resources records.
Respond to incoming e‑mail requests.
Provide excellent customer service consistently.
Work with accuracy, detail, and maintain confidentiality with high integrity.
Data entry and complete various types of correspondence.
Maintain strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
Use effective verbal and written communication skills.
Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
Use Microsoft Outlook’s calendar and appointment functionality at an intermediate to advanced level.
Work independently and as part of a team.
Prior experience with Form I‑9 or human resources is a plus but not required.
Assist in special projects throughout the Human Resources department as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalency. One year of education may be substituted for two years of related work experience.
One year full‑time customer service experience or equivalency, and demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills.
Currently enrolled at The University of Utah.
Preferences
Customer service experience.
Data entry experience.
Familiarity with Excel.
Essential Skills
Attention to detail.
Time and task management oriented.
Effective communication.
Preferred Experience
Previous experience in a Human Resources office.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description. This position has no responsibility for providing care to patients.
Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy‑related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page. Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu or https://publicsafety.utah.edu/safetyreport/.
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Are you a current U of U student who wants to learn about the field of Human Resources? The Human Resources Department at the University of Utah is looking for a student to assist with a variety of Human Resources transactional and support tasks, and learn valuable HR and customer service skills. Some of our previous student employees in this role have gone on to get full‑time jobs in the HR field after graduation.
This student will work a hybrid schedule in person and remotely to enter various transactions into a number of different systems, maintain human resources records, coordinate the initiation of background checks and I‑9s, and other duties as assigned. Strong communication skills and the ability to capture and process information in a fast-paced environment are essential. The student will be trained on HRIS systems and will work with PeopleAdmin, PeopleSoft, and MS Outlook.
Responsibilities
Process and complete necessary changes to Human Resources records.
Respond to incoming e‑mail requests.
Provide excellent customer service consistently.
Work with accuracy, detail, and maintain confidentiality with high integrity.
Data entry and complete various types of correspondence.
Maintain strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
Use effective verbal and written communication skills.
Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
Use Microsoft Outlook’s calendar and appointment functionality at an intermediate to advanced level.
Work independently and as part of a team.
Prior experience with Form I‑9 or human resources is a plus but not required.
Assist in special projects throughout the Human Resources department as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalency. One year of education may be substituted for two years of related work experience.
One year full‑time customer service experience or equivalency, and demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills.
Currently enrolled at The University of Utah.
Preferences
Customer service experience.
Data entry experience.
Familiarity with Excel.
Essential Skills
Attention to detail.
Time and task management oriented.
Effective communication.
Preferred Experience
Previous experience in a Human Resources office.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description. This position has no responsibility for providing care to patients.
Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy‑related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page. Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu or https://publicsafety.utah.edu/safetyreport/.
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