University of Georgia

Posting Number S14407P

Working Title Human Resources Coordinator

Department Law School-Business Office

About the University of Georgia

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

About the College/Unit/Department

College/Unit/Department website

Posting Type External

Retirement Plan TRS

Employment Type Employee

Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time Full Time

Work Schedule

Additional Schedule Information

• Monday- Friday, 8AM to 5PM
• In office position in Athens, GA

Advertised Salary $47,000 - $55,000, Commensurate with Experience

Posting Date 11/18/2025

Open until filled Yes

Closing Date

Proposed Starting Date 12/08/2025

Special Instructions to Applicants

Location of Vacancy Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

USG Core Values Statement

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Classification Title Human Resources Assistant III

FLSA Non-Exempt

FTE 1.00

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent and 5 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, human resources or related field preferred.
• Prior related office experience or experience in higher education.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Experience with OneUSG or UGAJobs a plus.

Position Summary

The Human Resources Coordinator for the School of Law will be responsible for UGA Jobs position management functions for staff, students, temporary employees, and part-time faculty. This position will also support the key payroll functions for all employees, support HR reporting, provide administrative support to the Law Budget Office, and other HR duties. This position will report to the Human Resources Director for the School of Law.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Communicate effectively and professionally both verbally and in writing.
• Customer service orientation
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to analyze complex information and develop plans to address identified issues.
• Knowledge of, or the ability to learn, University payroll policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of employment laws and regulations.
• Ability to work successfully as a member of a team and independently with moderate supervision.
• Knowledge of OneUSG Connect and UGAJobs.

Physical Demands

• Will sit for extended periods
• May lift up to 10 pounds on an intermittent basis

Is driving a responsibility of this position? No

Is this a Position of Trust? Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No

Does this position require a P-Card? No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes

Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Payroll Operations: Manager Self Service Transactions, Dynamic Access and Time and Absence Approver

• Generate various payroll queries/reports to validate payroll for accuracy on a bi-weekly and monthly basis for all paygroups.
• Review and submit changes to time and absence approvers, time reporting method, address, etc.,
• Assist employees and supervisors with modifying time and absence entries and proper approval procedures. Assist employees with self-service transactions (direct deposit, withholding, navigation of site, etc.)
• Communicate and validate USG and UGA payroll policies with employees and supervisors.
• Serve as the backup approver to supervisors to approve in their absence.
• Assist supervisors and others with the delegation and acceptance of approval authority.

Percentage of time 30

Duties/Responsibilities

Position Management:

• Maintain the School of Law’s position management structure in UGA Jobs for students, staff, temporary staff, and PT faculty.
• Collaborate with hiring managers on position classification and recruitment process.
• Initiate, review, advise, and/or approve position requests, modifications, postings, and hiring proposals.
• Serve as backup for other UGAJobs actions.
• Maintain and update organizational charts.

Percentage of time 25

Duties/Responsibilities

Personnel Actions:

• Initiate and process actions relating to hiring, separations, onboarding, training, and other manager self-service actions for students, staff, temporary staff, and part-time faculty.
• Serve as backup for other position personnel actions.

Percentage of time 20

Duties/Responsibilities

Special Projects:

• Track, verify, and securely store all performance evaluations on an annual basis.
• Responsible for creating, updating, and/or researching projects as requested by the Dean or Senior Administrators. The position will conduct analysis, create reports, and propose solutions based on research.
• Assist with compensation analysis and reviews.
• Draft, schedule, and execute implementation of long-range plans and proposals.
• Monitors project progress, drafting and distributing periodic progress reports for leadership.

Percentage of time 10

Duties/Responsibilities

Reporting:

• Support in the School of Law’s reporting requirements regarding position counts, classifications, ratios, salary, tenure, etc.

Percentage of time 10

Duties/Responsibilities

General Administrative Duties:

• Screen telephone calls, greet visitors, respond to routine correspondence, and schedule appointments
• Serve as backup for the Budget Office team in various financial transactions.

Percentage of time 5

Contact Details

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name Law Budget Office

Recruitment Contact Email LawBudget@uga.edu

Recruitment Contact Phone

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