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 University’s commitment to a FAITHFUL 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 support—while actively identifying and implementing improvements to systems, workflows, and administrative practices.
This role moves beyond task execution to process 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.
Skills Required
- High School Diploma/GED plus 2-3 Years of Relevant Experience
- Prior work supporting human resources processes and procedures
- Strong organizational, written and verbal communication skills
- Strong computer and internet research skills
- Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Docs Suite
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and composure
- Ability to multitask and support multiple supervisors
- Attention to detail
What We Do
Anderson University is a private, comprehensive Christian university founded in 1917, offering undergraduate, master's, and doctoral degrees. It aims to foster intellectual rigor, personal transformation, and spiritual growth within a welcoming community.
