Human Resources Assistant (HR Welcome Hub)

Note for Current UM Employees

Current employees must apply internally via connectU > connectu.olemiss.edu

Definition of Class

The Department of Human Resources seeks a Human Resources Assistant to perform various reception and administrative tasks supporting our department’s daily activities.

 

This position performs a variety of personnel functions in support of institution-wide human resources administration. The incumbent processes personnel documents, generates and validates reports; answers general personnel questions, coordinates work assignments within a specialty area and assists other areas as needed. This position reports to an administrative supervisor.

 

For full consideration, please electronically attach a resume and cover letter detailing your interest and work experience.

Examples of Work Performed

• Greets visitors for the Department of Human Resources while maintaining a positive, welcoming presence at our reception area (HR Welcome Hub) and in all interactions.
• Properly handles customer requests through responsiveness, follow-up, and escalation. Serves as first point of contact (in-person) for faculty, staff and student employees.
• Provides general office support for team members of the Department of Human Resources. Accepts assignments from multiple staff members from all areas of the department.
• Develops a working knowledge of HR information systems and searchable resources.  Utilizes the department website to gain knowledge and to answer frequently asked questions.
• Prepares correspondences. Using proper grammar and utilizing customer service skills, composes effective email communications.
• Works proactively with other team members, including offering assistance during non-peak times.
• Receives, sorts, and distributes office mail, reports, and other materials; processes outgoing mail and prepares mailings.
• Assists in the development, coordination and/or operation of assigned programs or projects.
• Performs similar or related duties as assigned or required.

Essential Functions

These essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following. Additional essential functions may be identified and included by the hiring department.

1. Processes and verifies employee data and maintains employee records.
2. Verifies personnel data and/or reports.
3. Answers general human resources questions from the campus community.
4. Prepares correspondence.

Minimum Education/Experience

Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).

 

AND

 

Experience:
One (1) year of experience related to the above described duties.

 

Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

Salary/Wage Information

Human Resources Assistant hourly pay range: $14.29/hr - $18.34/hr

 

To learn more about our pay structure and view our salary ranges, click here to visit the Compensation page of our Human Resources website. This link is provided for general pay information. Hourly rate or salary may vary depending on qualifications, experience, and departmental budget. Note: Unclassified positions (faculty, executives, researchers and coaches) do not have established salary ranges.

EEO Statement

The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and affirmative action and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.

Background Check Statement

The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.