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Rutgers The State University HR Specialist in New Brunswick, New Jersey

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Recruitment/Posting Title HR Specialist
Posting Number 24TM0207
Department UHR- Human Capital Management
Overview
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses.
For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes' list of America's Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication's 2023 list. Rutgers' commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation's military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.
University Human Resources (UHR) supports the Rutgers mission as an institution of prominence, preeminent in research, teaching, service, and clinical care. We strive to provide the highest level of customer service in delivering a comprehensive network of programs, services, and expertise to attract, retain, and develop diverse and highly skilled top talent.
Posting Summary
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking two HR Specialists for the Human Capital Management department in University Human Resources. This position, is under the direct supervision of the Director Human Capital Management.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:
  • Reviews actions requested by departments to be submitted for HCM processing.
  • Completes data input through templates for daily, individual, salary and data actions for faculty and staff from hire through termination.
  • Submits to the HR Approver for review and submission through the HCM Unit or directly to the Payroll Database.
  • Reviews documentation for compliance with federal and state regulations, university policy, and bargaining units' contracts before entering the request into the workflow.
  • Monitors workflow and follows up to ensure the completion of tasks within deadlines.
  • Maintains and updates all databases and programs needed to execute actions and track and report on activities.
  • Ensures good customer service and the confidentiality of work, databases, and communications.
  • Assists with the review, update, and documentation of new procedures for work.
  • Runs reports, tracks data, reviews, and works to ensure accurate submissions within deadlines.
Position Status
Hours Per Week 40
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement
FLSA Nonexempt
Position Salary $15.13/hour
Payroll Designation PeopleSoft
Terms of Appointment Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly
Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
Certifications/Licenses
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with PeopleSoft Human Capital Management systems, university HR and payroll processing, and with MS Access.
  • PeopleSoft HRMS experience.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Effective data entry, analytical, mathematical, statistical, problem solving, organizational, interpersonal, communication, collaborative, and client service skills.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Flexibility; the abilities to follow direction.
  • Understand and apply contract terms and federal and state laws.
  • Set priorities, meet deadlines; research; create action plans.
  • Work independently, collaboratively, and within a team; and maintain confidentiality.
  • Computer literacy to include Internet and web-based systems and demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft (MS) Excel and Word.
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Special Conditions
  • Two vacancies.
Posting Details

Posting Open Date 05/28/2024
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus Cook (RU-New Brunswick)
City New Brunswick
State NJ
Location Details
Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.
Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, p regnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

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