Work Life Engagement (HR) Operations Specialist

The Work Life Engagement (HR) Operations Specialist plays a critical role in advancing efficiency effectiveness and the overall employee experience throughout the Campus. Grounded in Anderson Universitys commitment to aFAITHFUL C.A.M.P.U.S. this role supports a workplace culture marked by clarity care and stewardship by ensuring HR processes are both operationally sound and mission aligned.

The role is responsible for coordinating key Human Resources operational and administrative processes including student and staff employment onboarding and training supportwhile actively identifying and implementing improvements to systems workflows and administrative practices.

This role moves beyond task execution toprocess ownership ensuring that WLE operations are streamlined scalable and aligned drive a positive employee experience and culture.

Core Responsibilities

HR Operations & Process Coordination

• Coordinate and support core HR operational functions including:
  • Student employment processes (on-campus and FWS)
  • Onboarding and new employee orientation logistics
• Foster accuracy consistency and compliance across all employment-related processes
• Maintain data integrity across HR systems and documentation practices

Process Improvement & Systems Optimization

• Evaluate current workflows;identify opportunities to improve efficiency reduce manual processes and enhance user experience
• Transition existing tracking methods into more effective system-based solutions where appropriate
• Partner with WLE leadership to modernize processes.
• Develop and document streamlined procedures to ensure consistency and sustainability

Student Employment Program Coordination

• Oversee operational coordination of student employment including:
  • Job posting and application processes
  • Required documentation and compliance tracking
  • Communication and support for student employees and supervisors
• Ensure alignment with federal work study requirements and institutional policies
• Identify opportunities to improve the student employment experience and administrative efficiency

Onboarding & Employee Experience Support

• Coordinate onboarding processes to ensure a welcoming and seamless experience for new employees
• Partner with ITS and campus stakeholders to support timely system access and onboarding completion
• Monitor onboarding progress and training requirements (e.g. FERPA Title IX)
• Contribute to a positive first impression of Anderson University through organized and thoughtful onboarding practices

Training & Development Support

• Assist in the coordination and delivery of employee training initiatives
• Support logistics for workshops sessions and campus-wide development opportunities
• Partner with WLE leadership to enhance training processes and participation experiences

Events & Engagement Coordination

• Support planning and execution of key employee events including recognition programs and campus-wide gatherings
• Coordinate logistics communications and materials to ensure successful event delivery
• Contribute ideas to enhance employee engagement and experience through events and programming

Office & Operational Support

• Provide high-level coordination of WLE office operations ensuring smooth day-to-day functionality
• Supervise and guide student workers supporting WLE functions

• High School Diploma/GED plus 2-3 Years of Relevant Experience
• Prior work supporting human resources processes and procedures is desirable
• Strong organizational written and verbal communication skills
• Strong computer and internet research skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel PowerPoint) with transferable skills to the Google Docs Suite (Docs Sheets Slides Drive Forms).
• Ability to always maintain confidentiality and composure in potentially stressful situations.
• Ability to be flexible perform multitasks and support multiple supervisors during frequent interruptions.
• A firm sense of responsibility with attention to detail and clear understanding of routine and nonroutine administrative tasks

Candidates should have belief in and commitment to Jesus Christ and the Christian faith as interpreted through the historic witness of the Bible and the contemporary ministry of the Holy Spirit. They should possess a vitality of Christian experience that is maturing in insight and application.

Benefits:This is a 75% full-time biweekly paid hourly position. Eligible for university benefits.

• Remitted Tuition
• Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• 403B (retirement) with matching contribution
• Insurance - Medical Dental Vision and Life Long Term Disability
• Free Access to Kardatzke Wellness Center

Position Available:Immediately. Review of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.