HR Project Specialist

Position Title:
HR Project Specialist
Campus:
Orono
Department:
Office of Human Resources - SOHR
Bargaining Unit:
Nonrep Professional
Salary Band/Wage Band:
04
Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday
Location:
Orono ME
Statement of the Job:
HR Project Specialist

Full-time, Regular, Exempt Position

The University of Maine System is accepting applications for an HR Project Specialist. The HR Project Specialist is primarily responsible for leading and implementing a wide range of administrative, operational, and project-based activities as delegated by the Chief Human Resources Officer. This includes coordination and oversight of issues related to all aspects of the office of UMS Human Resources, as well as a full range of operational, logistical, and project management duties, relevant meetings, report writing, and internal and external communications. The position has considerable responsibility for complex, non-routine tasks in which independent judgment, initiative, and confidentiality are critical. Knowledge of technology, logistics, communication, and the ability to assume responsibilities for important projects make this position a significant contributor to the Human Resources team. Strong organizational and interpersonal skills are essential. This position serves as the point of contact for many constituencies.

The work location is on the Orono campus of the University of Maine.

The normal hiring range for this position is low $50's, depending on skills and experience plus a 10% employer contribution to the UMS retirement plan. Additional benefits include medical, dental, vision, and tuition waiver programs for employees and dependents. The UMS is a recipient of the Wellness Councils of America's Well Workplace Award and offers a wellness program.

Review of applications begins immediately.

About the University:
Established in 1968, the University of Maine System (UMS) unites seven distinctive public universities and the University of Maine School of Law, comprising 10 campuses and numerous centers, in the common purpose of providing quality higher education while delivering on its traditional tripartite mission of teaching, research, and public service.

A comprehensive public institution of higher education, UMS serves more than 30,000 students annually and is supported by the efforts of more than 2,000 full-time and part-time faculty, more than 3,000 regular full-time and part-time staff, and a complement of part-time temporary (adjunct) faculty.

Reaching more than 500,000 people annually through educational and cultural offerings, the University of Maine System also benefits from more than two-thirds of its alumni population residing within the state; more than 123,000 individuals.

The System consists of seven universities: The University of Maine (UMaine), including its regional campus the University of Maine at Machias (UMM); the University of Maine at Augusta (UMA); the University of Maine at Farmington (UMF); the University of Maine at Fort Kent (UMFK), the University of Maine at Presque Isle (UMPI); and the University of Southern Maine (USM). The System also includes the University of Maine School of Law and the University of Maine Graduate and Professional Center.

Qualifications:
Required:

Bachelor's degree or the equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.
5+ years of work experience within an office setting and at least 1+ year in Human Resources Office.
Ability to problem-solve and identify both opportunities and potential challenges/roadblocks. Ability to take initiative and identify, propose, and organize systems to enhance services and management.
Organizational management skills, including planning, supervision, and budget management, demonstrated by successful experience managing a similar type of organization.
Ability and willingness to work with frequent interruptions and manage multiple projects and competing priorities with attention to detail and accuracy.
Understanding of and experience providing senior-level management and leadership support with a strong orientation to customer service and professionalism.

Preferred:

Project Management experience.
Experience working in higher education.