Careers at Virginia Tech

Human Resources Transactions Specialist maintains employee records in the university human resources system in compliance with federal and state regulations and university policies and procedures. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Processes complex personnel actions accurately and within established timelines. Working effectively with a broad range of constituencies in a diverse community. Ensuring compliance with policy, procedure, applicable state and federal laws and regulations. Maintaining records and compiling statistical reports. Analyzing complex information to define and solve problems exercising proper judgement. Conducting audits and reviews to monitor, report and resolve any potential compliance issues. Ongoing evaluation of processes and procedures as well as recommending operational business improvements. Maintaining the highest level of confidentiality

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, accounting, management or related field or equivalent level of training and/or experience.
• Working knowledge of human resources regulations and practices with the ability to interpret, apply and communicate policies and procedures effectively to diverse constituents.
• Experience utilizing various computer software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and large relational databases.
• Experience working with confidential information.
• Must be able to manage multiple priorities resulting in successful outcomes within set deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to develop ideas in a logical sequence, to process data efficiently, accurately and develop effective solutions in a fast-paced, deadline intensive, high volume environment.

• Significant experience processing human resources and/or payroll transactions.
• Experience interpreting human resources and payroll policies and procedures within a university or public setting.
• Experience utilizing Banner or similar database.

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Regular

Commensurate with experience with a salary range of $47,000-$55,000 per year

January 20, 2025

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.

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