Job Description
Human Resources Assistant - Human Resources
Southeast Missouri State University Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202500296
Location: Cape Girardeau, MO
Department: Human Resources
Closing: Position Summary
Human Resources Assistant Human Resources Full Time
Primary Responsibilities: - Provides comprehensive administrative support to Human Resources
- Supervises department front desk customer service function, including student staffing
- Ensures both legal and procedural compliance for Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) benefits and other leave requests
- Monitors and tracks employee-reported leave time and associated medical verifications
- Reconciles payroll withholding accounts for FICA/Medicare, Federal, State, and international taxes
- Collect and organize data for various employment requests
- Ensures compliance of employee fee waiver and dependent tuition reimbursement benefits
- Coordinates monthly personnel action reports for review and approval
- Assists in reviewing nonresident alien work eligibility for employees and determines appropriate paperwork and supporting documentation to file with USCIS
- Processes all electronic and paper employment verifications
- Monitors and reconciles multiple department budgets
- Updates and maintains department website
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Word and Excel
- Bookkeeping experience or evidence of math skills
- Evidence of strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and in a team environment
- Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks with frequent interruptions
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
- Demonstrated experience and understanding of customer service
- Demonstrated ability to work professionally with all levels of the organization
Required Information & Deadline
Application Deadline: To ensure full consideration, application materials must be received by
September 19, 2025 . The position is available immediately and will remain open until filled.
To Apply: Complete the online application by clicking on the
APPLY button at the top of the page. You must submit the following for your application materials to be complete:
- Letter of interest addressing all position qualifications
- Current resume
- Names and contact information of three professional references may be asked for later, if not previously submitted
Additional Information
Department Website: Human Resources
About Southeast Missouri State University (SEMO): Founded in 1873 and accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Southeast Missouri State University provides student-centered education and experiential learning with a foundation of liberal arts and sciences, embracing a tradition of access, exceptional teaching, and commitment to student success that significantly contributes to the development of the region and beyond. SEMO values access to high-quality, affordable education with a broadly representative student body, faculty, and staff that respects and celebrates a diverse learning community in a global society.
SEMO Fact Book SEMO Strategic Action Plan To apply, please visit Southeast Missouri State University is committed to providing equal employment opportunity and to the principles of affirmative action. In accordance with this commitment, and in compliance with the requirements of applicable laws, it is the policy of the University to provide equal opportunity for all applicants and employees in its employment practices, without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. The University believes that a diverse University community advances the academic purposes of the University and enhances the working and learning environment.
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Job Tags
Full time, Work at office, Immediate start,