SBO Human Resources Coordinator

Are you passionate about people, process, and purpose? Join the Signers' Business Office (SBO) as a Human Resources Coordinator (HRC)—a vital role supporting the teams that power UAF behind the scenes.

In this dynamic position, you’ll guide hiring managers and search committees through recruitment, onboarding, and classification—ensuring equity, compliance, and a smooth experience every step of the way. You’ll help shape the workforce through position development, compensation research, and offer preparation.

As SBO’s payroll and timesheet lead, you’ll manage bi‑weekly payroll, verify timesheets, resolve discrepancies, and support all things pay‑related—including bonuses, honorariums, and retroactive adjustments. You’ll work closely with UAHR, fiscal officers, and grant managers to align HR actions with funding and policy.

This role also supports onboarding, visa coordination, and international hires—keeping the human side of SBO running smoothly.

You’ll be part of a supportive, dedicated, and genuinely wonderful team that values collaboration, problem‑solving, and a sense of humor.

If you’re detail‑oriented, solution‑focused, and ready to make a meaningful impact, we’d love to have you on our team.

To thrive in this role, you’ll need a solid background in payroll, accounting, and human resource systems, along with a strong working knowledge of BOR Policies and UA Regulations. We’re looking for someone who communicates clearly, solves problems creatively, and brings precision to every task—from data entry to policy interpretation. You should be comfortable juggling deadlines, adapting to change, and working independently with minimal supervision.

Strong computer skills, sound judgment, and an unwavering commitment to confidentiality are essential. If you’re someone who enjoys being the go‑to person for all things HR, thrives in a fast‑paced environment, and brings a positive, professional attitude to every interaction, we’d love to have you on our team. Two years of progressive HR experience, especially with automated systems, is required.

One year college coursework in business, human resources administration, public affairs, psychology, sociology or other relevant field of study and two years of professional human resources experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

This is a full‑time, term‑funded, non‑exempt staff position complete with both a competitive salary and full employee benefits package. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage. New hires will be placed on the UA Staff Salary Schedule, Grade 77, based on education and experience.

Applications will be accepted for review on March 12, 2026, to ensure consideration, please apply by 11:55 PM, Alaska Standard Time on DAY BEFORE REVIEW DATE (March 11, 2026).

The University of Alaska (UA) reserves the right to require employees to work on‑site at the UA facilities. Hybrid and remote work may be approved for employees based in Alaska at the University’s discretion. Remote work for employees based outside the State of Alaska may be approved only in exceptional circumstances or when required by the position’s job duties.

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☎️If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Bridget Thimsen, SBO Sr. HRC at bmthimsen.

* To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.

This position is a term‑funded position and is reviewed annually for contract renewal at the University’s discretion.

The University of Alaska (UA) provides reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907‑450‑8200.

The University of Alaska (UA) is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational Institution. The University is committed to a policy of non‑discrimination against individuals on the basis of any legally protected status.

The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.

Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.

All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business.