Human Resources Specialist

Job Description

The Human Resources Specialist provides support to the HR department by assisting with compliance, reporting, and administrative processes. This role helps ensure HR procedures align with institutional, state, and federal policies, supports HR and system data reconciliation, and assists with performance management tracking. The specialist works with HR, Finance, and IT teams to help maintain accurate records and support smooth day-to-day HR functions. Responsibilities include assisting with compliance reviews and audits, reconciling HR and system data, supporting HRIS testing and upgrades, and tracking employee performance deadlines. The specialist also helps maintain HR documentation, responds to internal inquiries, and supports process improvements under guidance from HR leadership.

Required Qualifications

• Two years of recent and relevant full-time experience in human resources, compliance, or similar work experience. Experience with data entry, reporting, or recordkeeping, ideally in HR.
• Strong analytical skills with experience performing reconciliations.
• Knowledge of HR-related laws, regulations, and compliance standards.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems (e.g., Banner, Cardinal) and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a higher education or public sector setting.
• Knowledge of state-specific HR systems and processes (e.g., DHRM, CIPPS).
• Experience supporting or conducting system testing for HR/payroll systems.
• Understanding of adjunct, overload, and faculty compensation practices.

Additional Details

• Posted: 22-Jan-26
• Location: Radford City - Main Campus, VA
• Type: Full-time
• Categories: Human Resources, Staff/Administrative
• Internal Number: 55000332
• Application Review Date: 02/06/2026
• Salary: Minimum salary $44,192
• Hours Per Week: 40
• Months per Year: 12
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
• Work Classification: Classified Staff
• Employee Classification: Human Resource Analyst I
• Department: Human Resources
• Normal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8 am to 5 pm
• Telework: Eligible up to one day per week after training period

Special Instructions to Applicants

This position may be telework eligible up to one day per week after training period.