Administrative Specialist - UBA Central Office at InsideHigherEd

Job Title: Administrative Specialist - UBA Central Office Location: Tallahassee, FL Regular/Temporary: Regular Full/Part Time: Full-Time Job ID: 61637 Department University Business AdministratorsResponsibilities This position is responsible for providing high-level administrative support to the University Business Administrator (UBA) participating client sites and the UBA Central Office. Project assignments and locations could vary depending on the needs of the UBA client sites.Responsible for providing support to UBA client sites to assist with administrative functions related to HR transactional functions, recruiting, hiring, job opening packets, I-9's, new employee orientation, terminations, personnel actions, funding changes, position description changes/updates, time & leave, FMLA, workers compensation, FACET, and payroll cost center processes. May be assigned to a UBA client sites for extended periods to assist with business processes to achieve the sites' operational goals while upholding compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and university policies. Researches, problem solves, and assists with creating functions to monitor HR actions and ensuring a sound environment of internal controls and compliance.Provides Procurement and Travel functions for client sites as assigned. Supports departmental audits related to personnel, payroll, travel, and procurement activities to ensure compliance with University, state, and federal policies and regulations. Researches transactions utilizing OMNI queries/reports and partners with F&A Central Offices to assist UBA sites in processing corresponding actions. Serves as a resource to UBA sites by interpreting and recommending policies and best business practices ensuring a clear understanding of compliance.Responds to requests for information and works with client sites to resolve problems. Provides training for new and existing employees on human resources and fiscal actions/processes ensuring compliance with University, state, and federal policies and regulations. Assists in the creation and review of departmental training documents and resources. Serves as a backup for the UBA Central Office managing active appointment reports, spreadsheets, and payroll cost center reports, ensuring accurate and timely data.Qualifications A Bachelor's degree and two years of experience; or a high school diploma or equivalent and six years of experience. (Note: a combination of post high school education and experience equal to six years.)Preferred Qualifications Previous experience with human resource actions including but not limited to time & leave, recruiting, onboarding, personnel actions, etc. Ability to train others, document processes, and create training materials. Proficient with Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) and Adobe. Experience reviewing and analyzing information to provide updates, both verbal and written. University Information One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!Learn more about our university and campuses.FSU Total Rewards FSU offers a robust Total Rewards package. Visit our website to learn more about our Compensation, Benefits, Wellness, Recognition, and Employee Development programs.Use our interactive tool to calculate Total Compensation options based on potential salary, benefits and retirement contributions, earned leave, and other employment-related perks.How To Apply If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.Considerations This is an A&P position.This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.This position is being re-advertised. Previous applicants need not reapply.Equal Employment Opportunity FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.