Faulkner University is seeking a qualified individual to serve as Department Assistant for Human Resources. The selected individual is responsible for providing exceptional customer service to our internal community as well as external contacts. The individual will perform multiple types of clerical support tasks and will be cross-trained to support benefits, payroll, and employment needs of the department. Faulkner University is a Christian university affiliated with the churches of Christ.

This is a part-time (15 to 20 hours per week), 12-month position.

Summary of Duties:

• Assist with documentation and administration requirements for multiple employee benefits
• Process documents needed for student hiring and payroll needs
• Perform ongoing updates on department reports
• Perform and review background checks on new employees
• Process employment verifications from external entities
• Process payroll documents such as timesheets and pay requests
• Maintain the employee directory on the website; maintain department records
• Assist in organizing several university events
• Provide overall clerical assistance in various areas within the department

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree preferred; High School Diploma or GED required
• Clerical experience required
• Active member of the church of Christ preferred

For initial application submit:

• Resume
• Cover letter

Employment is conditional upon a satisfactory background check and verification of work authorization through E-Verify.

Non-discrimination statement: Faulkner University is a church-affiliated liberal arts institution committed to employing a highly qualified and diverse administration, faculty and staff, which reflects the University's religious traditions, values and affiliation, and purpose. Thus, the institution invites individuals affiliated with the churches of Christ to submit applications regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, gender, marital status, or disability. Faulkner University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, gender, marital status, or disability in connection with its educational policies, admissions, financial aid, employment, educational programs, or activities. However, Faulkner University exercises a preference in employment for those qualified applicants who are members of the churches of Christ whose lifestyles are consistent with the mission of the University and with the beliefs and values of the churches of Christ. For more information, please visit our website: www.faulkner.edu