Senior Human Resource Coordinator, Cockrell School of Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin in Main Campus, UT

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Job Posting Title: Senior Human Resource Coordinator, Cockrell School of Engineering ---- Hiring Department: Cockrell School of Engineering ---- Position Open To: All Applicants ---- Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40 ---- FLSA Status: To Be Determined at Offer ---- Earliest Start Date: Ongoing ---- Position Duration: Expected to Continue ---- Location: UT MAIN CAMPUS ---- Job Details: General Notes As a top-10 engineering school with the No. 1 program in Texas, the Cockrell School of Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin (UT Austin) has been a global leader in technology innovation and engineering education for over a century. With 11 undergraduate and 13 graduate programs, over 20 research centers and a faculty community that boasts one of the highest number of National Academy of Engineering members among U.S. universities, Texas Engineering has launched some of the nation’s most accomplished leaders and pioneered world-changing solutions in virtually every industry, from space exploration to energy to health care. Situated in the heart of Austin — named “America’s Coolest City” by Expedia and “The Best Place to Live in the U.S.” by U.S. News and World Report — the Cockrell School embodies the city’s innovative spirit. Major companies with Austin campuses, such as Dell, National Instruments, Apple, IBM, Samsung, Google and many others, continue to recruit Cockrell School students at a remarkable rate, launching thousands of successful careers and developing Texas Engineers into industry leaders. UT Austin, recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Large Employers , provides outstanding employee benefits and total rewards packages that include: Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%) Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with 8.25% employer matching funds Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b) Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities Tuition assistance Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff ID card Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card Purpose The two Senior Human Resource Coordinators will partner with Cockrell School of Engineering (CSE), Academic Departments (Dept), Organizational Research Units (ORUs), and the Dean's Office (DOE) to provide comprehensive human resources guidance and services throughout the employee lifecycle. These roles ensure compliance with University and CSE policies and regulations (ADA, FLSA, FMLA, EEO, and USCIS). These positions provide advanced coordination and guidance on talent management, staffing (e.g., turnover and training), compensation, performance management, performance appraisals, research appointments, student employment, affiliate assignments, onboarding, offboarding, payroll, and timekeeping. Ensures compliance with federal and state laws, University and CSE policies and procedures while supporting HR daily operations, strategic planning, change management, intervention strategies, process improvements, and staff development. Responsibilities Human Resources Coordination Advise assigned Dept/Organizational Research Units (ORU)/DOE on HR life cycle requirements and HR processes and procedures. Consult and review staffing needs for students, staff and research positions, including but not limited to; recruitment options, compensation analysis, prepare analyses and recommendations for CSE leadership as assigned. Advise, process and review student, staff, paid and unpaid research affiliate assignments for accuracy, appropriate documentation, compliance and requirements of U