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Position Title:
HR Assistant (Part-time, Temporary Appointment)
Job Category:
University Staff
Employment Type:
Temporary (Fixed Term)
Job Profile:
HR Assistant
Job Duties:
Join the University of Wisconsin–Green Bay as a part-time, temporary HR Assistant and help advance a mission dedicated to access, student success, and community impact. In this role, you will support a wide range of human resources functions—including recruitment, onboarding, and employee records—while serving as a trusted resource for employees and leaders. You will help interpret and apply HR policies, guide recruitment and staffing processes, and contribute to a welcoming and efficient workplace experience that reflects UW–Green Bay’s strategic priorities of fostering student success, strengthening community partnerships, and optimizing institutional effectiveness.
As a key member of our team, you will prepare administrative communications and reports, respond to inquiries across multiple channels, and help maintain smooth daily operations. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative, service-focused environment and is inspired by our core values: Advance Fearlessly, Empower Success, Provision Access, Build Community, and Express Gratitude—because Together, We Rise. Your work will directly support a mission-driven institution committed to expanding opportunity and making a meaningful difference across Northeast Wisconsin.
Key Job Responsibilities:
- Receives and responds to inquiries in-person, via email, and through various communication mediums and relays information to appropriate entities
- Prepares and organizes routine administrative communications, resources, and reports and maintains office equipment and supplies, under close supervision
- Assists with recruitment, personnel resource allocation, new employee orientations, and maintenance of employee records according to established policies and procedures
- Interprets, applies, and disseminates routine recruitment and staffing policies, procedures, and options to leadership and employees; recommends best strategies according to established objectives and goals
Department:
Human Resources
Compensation:
Minimum hourly pay rate of $18.00.
This position is not exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
Required Qualifications:
Associate’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Communications, Administrative Services, or related field OR 2 years ofdirectly relatedprofessional work experience
Working knowledge of desktop hardware and business software programs (e.g.MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, MS Power Point, and the Internet). Knowledge of Adobe,Workday,Word Press,andKentico platforms preferred.
Ability to set priorities and manage multiple tasks while meeting deadlines.
Flexibility and the willingness to learn new systems, processes, and technological applications and recommend improvements.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Managementor Related Field
Bilingual, preferably in Spanish, Hmong, Somali, or Oneida
Working knowledge of Wisconsin Administrative Codes, state statutes, Federal/State lawsand regulations, andState of Wisconsin Records Management Guidelines and General Records Schedules for the University of Wisconsin System
Demonstrated experience in supporting organizational efforts to create and nurture a diverse an inclusive community
Conditions of Appointment:
Position is a part-time (50%) University Staff Temporary appointment. The work hours for this position will be determined at the time of hire on the Green Bay campus.
A criminal conviction investigation will be conducted on the finalist(s). In addition, if the final selected candidate has prior work history within the last 7 years with Universities of Wisconsin, a personnel file review check for employee misconduct will be completed. A [six/twelve]-month probationary period is required for this position. In compliance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, the University does not discriminate on the basis of arrest or conviction record.
The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources.
How to Apply:
Click the Apply button and follow the prompts on the screen.
Please be sure to complete all required fields, and include all required documents before submitting your application. Once submitted, you will not be able to edit or attach any application materials. Files must be complete to be considered. Please include the following documents:
- Cover letter specifically addressing qualifications for the essential job functions
- Resume
Application Deadline
To ensure consideration, please submit application materials by Sunday, June 14, 2026.
Contact Information:
If you have any questions, need accommodations, or submitted your application with missing materials, call or email:
Human Resources
Phone: (920) 465-2390
Email:[email protected]
The Successful Candidate
The successful candidate will be expected to work inclusively and respectfully within a diverse campus community and practice civility in the workplace. The University welcomes applicants who are dedicated to the appreciation and promotion of inclusivity and equity as crucial components in the pursuit of organizational excellence.
In addition, the successful candidate will have strong oral, written, interpersonal, and organizational skills, demonstrated integrity and strong leadership, and the willingness to work independently and as part of a collaborative team. The University invites applicants who are dedicated to enriching the quality of life for students and the community by embracing the educational value of diversity, promoting environmental sustainability, encouraging engaged citizenship, and serving as an intellectual, cultural, and economic resource.
Benefit Details
The Universities of Wisconsin provides an excellent benefits package to meet the diverse needs of its employees. For benefits eligible positions, this includes several health insurance options, with annual deductibles as low as $250/individual and $500/family. Our benefits package also includes dental, vision, several life insurance options, AD&D and Accident insurance and Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts. We participate in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS), where employer contributions begin immediately, and employees are fully vested after 5 years of service. The Universities of Wisconsin also provides supplemental retirement savings programs including a 403(b) and Deferred Compensation.
In addition, eligible employees receive several types of paid leave benefits, which are prorated for employees working less than 100%. This includes 9 legal holidays, 36 hours of personal holiday and between 96-130 hours of sick leave annually and paid parental leave. Eligible employees earn 13-27 days of vacation each year, depending on years of service and employment type.
For more details, please review the benefit quick guide linked below.
Employee Misconduct
All final candidates will be asked to provide names, email contact information, and/or phone numbers for three (3) references, with at least one being from a manager or supervisor, during the interview process. All final candidates must be asked, prior to hire, whether they have been found to have engaged in, are currently under investigation for, or left employment during an active investigation in which they were accused of employee misconduct, sexual violence or sexual harassment. When obtaining employment reference checks, these same misconduct, sexual violence or sexual harassment questions must also be asked.
Confidentiality Statement
The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis.Stat. sec. 19.36(7).
Annual Security Report
For more information regarding the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay and the surrounding area, see our Campus and Community section. For Campus Safety information see our University Police website and our Annual Security Report (for a paper copy please contact the Office of Human Resources at (920) 465-2390). This report includes statistics about reported crimes, as well as information about crime prevention and campus security policies and procedures.
UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
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