Are you passionate about people, process, and purpose? Join the Rural, Community and Native Education (RCNE) team as a Human Resources Coordinator (HRC)-a vital role supporting the College of Indigenous Studies (CIS), where academic programs are dedicated to serving Alaska communities and developing the next generation of leaders.
CIS is grounded in Indigenous, community-based, rural, and welcoming values. With programs spanning certificates to master's degrees and contributing to the PhD in Indigenous Studies, CIS emphasizes hands-on, community-centered learning-from original research and policy work to cultural events like Indigenous Peoples Day and the Festival of Native Arts. Its statewide presence includes rural campuses and learning centers that support students across more than 160 Alaska communities.
In this role, you'll support CIS by coordinating recruitment and onboarding, assisting with position development, and ensuring HR actions are accurate and compliant. You'll also oversee bi-weekly payroll, address timesheet issues, and process pay actions in collaboration with University of Alaska HR and fiscal partners. You'll join a supportive and dedicated team that values collaboration and problem-solving. If you're detail-oriented, solution-focused, and ready to make a meaningful impact, we'd love to have you on our team.
To thrive in this role, you'll need a solid background in payroll, accounting, and human resource systems, along with a strong working knowledge of Board of Regents Policies and University of Alaska Regulations. We're looking for someone who communicates clearly, solves problems creatively, and brings precision to every task-from data entry to policy interpretation. You should be comfortable juggling deadlines, adapting to change, and working independently with minimal supervision. Strong computer skills, sound judgment, and an unwavering commitment to confidentiality are essential. If you're someone who enjoys being the go-to person for all things HR, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and brings a positive, professional attitude to every interaction, we'd love to have you on our team. Two years of progressive HR experience, especially with automated systems, are required.
Minimum Qualifications:
One year college coursework in human resources, and two years of technical human resources experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Position Details:
This position is open to multiple work locations to include Dillingham, Bethel, Kotzebue, Nome, rural campus service regions and the main University of Alaska campus in Fairbanks. This is a full-time, 12 month, term funded, non-exempt staff position complete with both a competitive salary and full employee benefits package. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage. New hires will be placed on the UA Staff Salary Schedule, Grade 77, based on education and experience. Geographic Location pay will be included if the new hire is located at one of the rural campuses.
Application review will begin on November 16, 2026. To ensure consideration, please submit your application by 11:55 PM Alaska Standard Time on November 15, 2026.
Applicants Instruction:
- A fully completed University of Alaska employment application (applications through the University of Alaska Careers site).
- A current resume.
- A cover letter outlining your qualifications.
- Three professional references, including current/previous supervisors.
- To view the full list of job responsibilities, please click HERE.
- If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Bryan Hoppough, CIS HR Coordinator, at [contact details available in the full listing] or [contact details available in the full listing].
This is a term-funded position reviewed annually for contract renewal at the University's discretion.
*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.
