HR Operations Specialist I

Job Description

Classification Title:

HR Operations Specialist I

Classification Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Job Description:

• Reviews and processes routine electronic personnel action forms (ePAFs), including hires, job edits, additional payments, employment status changes, position changes, and other personnel actions, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and compliance with established University policies and procedures
• Enters and updates employee and position information in the University human resources information system and related systems, maintaining confidential employee and University information in accordance with applicable policies and requirements.
• Provides operational support for employment processes, which may include onboarding, employment verification, and employment records.
• Provides procedural guidance to departments, employees, supervisors, and HR partners regarding routine human resources processes and requirements.
• Performs basic troubleshooting of HR systems and processes and works with appropriate HR resources to resolve issues requiring additional assistance.
• Runs routine queries and reports and reviews HR data to identify discrepancies or items requiring follow-up.
• Assists with documenting established HR procedures and identifying opportunities to improve the accuracy and efficiency of HR processes.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Expected Salary:

$22.98 /hr

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred:

Preferred certifications: SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP), SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP), HRCI Professional of Human Resources (PHR), or HRCI Senior Professional of Human Resources (SPHR).

Special Instructions to Applicants:

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.

This posting will be used to recruit 2 positions.

This position is eligible for Veteran's preference. If you are claiming Veteran's preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See our Veteran's Preference Page for more specific information.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required: No

Applications Close: 16 October 2026

To apply, visit https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/541615

Our Commitment:
The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.