The Office of Human Resources at Morehead State University is accepting applications for a full-time position as a Human Resources Assistant. The anticipated start date is September 2, 2024.

Morehead State University is located in Morehead, KY, a designated Kentucky Trail Town, nestled in the Daniel Boone National Forest, in close proximity to Cave Run Lake. This location provides opportunities for a wide range of outdoor recreation activities. Morehead State University is recognized as one of the top public universities in the South by U.S. News & World Report. Additionally, Morehead State University is relatively close to a number of larger cities including Lexington, KY, Louisville, KY, and Cincinnati, OH. Morehead State University delivers a strong and affordable education for friendly, ambitious students who thrive in a student-focused learning environment defined by small class sizes and faculty committed to teaching and student success.

RESPONSIBILITIES: The Human Resources Assistant oversees all office management functions and serves as the first point of contact for customers and administers day-to-day operations and procedures. The HR Assistant also responds to routine inquiries regarding Employment, Benefits, and Payroll, and redirects calls to the appropriate HR staff if necessary.

REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree with one year of experience in clerical and administrative duties; or associate’s degree with two years of experience in clerical and administrative duties; or HS diploma with three years of experience in clerical and administrative duties.

Must possess excellent time management skills, ability to maintain confidentiality, and perform duties in an atmosphere of team-like cooperation.

This position requires the ability to anticipate tasks that need to be done and to work independently with initiative to accomplish tasks while simultaneously completing the daily routine work. Decision-making, working with a high degree of accuracy and detail, and dealing with confidential matters are also responsibilities of this position.

Demonstrated excellent written and oral communications skills. Possess employee relations and diplomacy skills. Ability to work independently with a high degree of accuracy.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Preference will be given to applicants with experience working on a college or university campus and/or with experience in human resources functions.

SPONSORSHIP: This position is not budgeted for Visa Sponsorship.

Morehead State University is a comprehensive, regionally focused university providing high quality instruction at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The University has an enrollment of over 9,000 students. To apply, visit: https://moreheadstate.peopleadmin.com and complete the MSU Application for Employment along with a cover letter, resume, and the name and contact information for three references. Review of applications will begin after the close date and continue until the position is filled. For preferred consideration, apply by 08/05/2024. Contact the Office of Human Resources at (606) 783-2097 should you have questions about our online application. Please contact Caroline Atkins, the search committee chair, at [email protected] for questions regarding this position. MSU is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

The Human Resources Assistant reports to the Director of Human Resources. The incumbent interacts with faculty, staff, department and unit supervisors, the general public, and students.

The Human Resources Assistant works in a highly productive office and under pressure due to various deadlines. Deadline pressures require a well-developed sense of teamwork and common purpose. This position calls for initiative, good judgment, and a high degree of responsibility. By nature of the responsibilities of the office, the Human Resources Assistant works in an atmosphere which requires a high level of confidentiality.