Job ID: 255357

Human Resources Specialist, Student Life

University at Buffalo

  • Apr. 2, 2025
 
  • Human Resources Specialist, Student Life
  • University at Buffalo
    Buffalo, NY
 
  • 04/01/2026
  • Available immediately
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  • Professional Staff
  • Human Resources
 
 


Human Resources Specialist, Student Life



Position Information

Position Title: Human Resources Specialist, Student Life
Department: VPSL Human Resources
Posting Link: https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/56462
Job Type: Full-Time

Posting Detail Information

Position Summary

The Division of Student Life invites applications for the Human Resources Specialist position within Student Life Human Resources. In this role, you will provide operational support for human resource-related matters for the divisions 300+ employees.

Responsibilities:
    • Manage recruiting for Classified and Non-Classified positions
    • Assist hiring manager with development of position descriptions
    • Ensure that job descriptions follow Civil Service classifications and professional position requirements.
    • Enter open positions in applicant tracking system (i.e., UB Jobs)
    • Monitor background check processes
    • Attend posting meetings
    • Review best practices with search committees
    • Facilitate the job offer process with candidates
    • Monitor completion of onboarding checklists
    • Responsible for tracking retirements, resignations, and probation status
    • Coordinate, process and monitor staff reappointments, change of supervisor, and termination processes, including organizational chart updates
    • Maintain overtime records and send required information to central HR
    • Audit time and attendance records to ensure compliance

Our team recognizes the advantages diverse perspectives and backgrounds bring to the workplace. We are particularly interested in candidates who share this value and will work to achieve the universitys goals of inclusive excellence.

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University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelors degree
  • 2 years of experience
  • Demonstrates working with HRIS systems (i.e. Kronos, People Soft, Workday, etc.)
  • Demonstrated ability to problem solve
  • Demonstrated organizational skills and strong attention to detail
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills


Preferred Qualifications

  • HR Experience working in a union environment
  • Experience working with Civil Service Positions
  • Human Resources certification (i.e., PHR, SHRM-CP)


Salary Range
$55,151 - $62,000

Special Instructions Summary

Please provide the names and contact information for three professional references.



Is a background check required for this posting?
No

Contact Information

Contact's Name: Susan Kurowski
Contact's Pronouns:
Contact's Title:
Contact's Email: kurowski@buffalo.edu
Contact's Phone: 716-645-2803

Posting Dates

Posted: 04/01/2025
Deadline for Applicants:
Date to be filled: 06/19/2025











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