HR Coordinator

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

. Support HR Business Partners in coordinating new, continuing, and revised contracts .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeMilwaukee • Wisconsin • United StatesJunior💰 $21 - $23 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in HR processes including onboarding, contract management, and compliance with federal and organizational guidelines. Proficient in utilizing Workday and Microsoft Office for data management and reporting.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Workday ExperienceContract ManagementData AdministrationHuman Resources PrinciplesCustomer Service Experience

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Hard Skills

Data ManagementContract ReviewI-9 ProcessingE-Verify ProcessingPersonnel Action RequestsHR ReportingRecruitment DocumentationCompliance MonitoringEmployee OffboardingJob Posting Creation

Soft Skills

CollaborationProblem-SolvingCommunicationCustomer ServiceCultural Competence

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeWorkdayApplicant Tracking SystemsKronosPeopleSoft

Certifications & Qualifications

Criminal Background Check

Industry Keywords

Human ResourcesHigher EducationPublic SectorFederal OrganizationEmployment Eligibility Verification

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support HR Business Partners in coordinating new, continuing, and revised contracts
Serve as primary contact for pre-employment and onboarding information
Collect and validate identity documents and ensure timely I-9, E-Verify, and CBC processing
Review contracts for accuracy and compliance with UWM and UWS policies
Track contract end dates and coordinate extensions or required documentation
Introduce new employees to Employee Self-Service (Workday) and compliance modules
Enter person, position, job, tenure, profile, and additional pay data into Workday
Generate and manage HR reports related to contract end dates, salary validation, audits, and other needs
Process personnel action requests, including FTE changes, department updates, compensation adjustments, and classification changes
Monitor assigned reports and implement corrections or updates
Collaborate with HRBP, HR Specialist, and other offices on immigration status, salary changes, overloads, and HR procedures
Maintain personnel files
Create and maintain Workday job postings
Ensure compliance with Federal, UWS, and UWM retention guidelines for search materials
Troubleshoot recruitment issues and maintain recruitment documentation
Update and maintain applicant statuses in Workday
Provide recruitment support to HRBP or HR as needed
Assist with employee offboarding and direct inquiries appropriately
Run system reports for operational needs and cyclical events
Participate in special projects supporting UWM HR strategic objectives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of one year of experience working in a business office or administrative support role
Experience utilizing Microsoft Office products (e.g., Teams, Word, Excel)
Experience working with data management, data administration, and/or information systems
Criminal background check required
Verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States at start date
Complete required employment eligibility verification form upon hire
Provide a cover letter and resume
Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience by the date of hire
Preferred: Experience using human resources information systems (e.g., Kronos, PeopleSoft, Workday, applicant tracking systems)
Preferred: Understanding of human resources principles and practices related to staffing, onboarding, and employee orientation
Preferred: Customer service experience responding to routine and complex inquiries
Preferred: Experience working with individuals and groups from diverse backgrounds and cultures
Preferred: Experience within a public sector, higher education, or federal organization
Finalists must provide three professional/supervisor references

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible work/life balance schedules
Vacation leave
Sick leave (with no expiration)
Personal holiday
Paid legal holidays
Comprehensive benefits package
Employer contributions toward the cost of several benefit plans
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities