HR Operations Specialist - UMKC Human Resources

UMKC's Office of Human Resources

UMKC Human Resources is seeking a highly organized, customer-focused professional to join our HR Operations team. This role serves as a key operational partner supporting Human Resources Business Partners, campus departments, managers, and employees throughout the employee lifecycle. The HR Operations Specialist is responsible for processing and administering a wide range of human resources transactions while ensuring data accuracy, compliance, and exceptional customer service. The successful candidate must demonstrate strong attention to detail, maintain the highest level of confidentiality, and possess a continuous improvement mindset, and be able to thrive in a fast past environment behind the scenes.

Key Responsibilities

Process and administer a high volume of HR transactions, including hires, onboarding, job changes, transfers, additional pay requests, status changes, separations, and other employee lifecycle events. Coordinate payroll processing for exempt and non-exempt employees by reviewing timekeeping records, processing pay-related transactions and adjustments and ensuring payroll accuracy and compliance within applicable university policies and procedures. Serve as a resource to employees, managers, and HR Business Partners by providing guidance on HR Operations processes and procedures. Partner with HR Business Partners and campus departments to ensure timely and accurate processing of personnel actions. Review HR transactions for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with university policies and federal and state requirements. Maintain employee records and electronic personnel files through the eHRFile system, ensuring proper documentation and record retention practices. Collaborate across the HR Operations team to provide seamless service, share knowledge, and support departmental coverage needs. Monitor and maintain data integrity within HR systems, researching and resolving discrepancies as they arise. Support audits, reporting needs, and compliance-related activities. Participate in special projects, testing, and implementation efforts related to HR processes and systems. Maintain strict confidentiality when handling sensitive employee, departmental, and organizational information. Develop and maintain a working knowledge of university policies, HR best practices, and applicable employment laws and regulations. .

An associate degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 1 year of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

At least two years in customer service in a professional setting. Experience working in a higher education is a plus. Demonstrated ability to provide professional and responsive service to broad customer base. Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate records and data. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

The anticipated hiring range for this position has been established as up to $21.00/hr Salary is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the individual’s particular combination of education, skills, and experience, as well as organizational requirements. Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Missouri provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line. Grade: 8 Salary Plan # GGS University Title: HR SPECIALIST II To review the University of Missouri’s Staff Compensation Structure you can view the Job Code detail page. Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Job posting will remain open until filled. For best consideration apply by November 8. 2026.

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement Equal Employment Opportunity The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity & Title IX at 816-235-6910.