University at Buffalo
Administration/Managerment

Staff Assistant, VPSL Human Resources

Deadline
Oct 15, 2026
Closing in 7 days
Location
N/A
United States
Employment
None
Part time
Reference
N/A
Posted Oct 02, 2026
Offered salary$27.50 per hour

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Staff Assistant, VPSL Human Resources

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Posting Details

Position Information
Fiscal Year 2026-2027
Position Title Staff Assistant, VPSL Human Resources
Classification Title Staff Assistant
Department VPSL Human Resources
Posting Number P260218
Posting Link https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/64571
Employer State
Bargaining Unit 08
Position Type UUP Professional
Professional Appointment Term Term
Salary Grade SL2
Posting Detail Information
Position Summary The Division of Student Life invites applications for a part-time Staff Assistant position within VPSL Human Resources.

As Staff Assistant, your responsibilities include:
  • Coordinating the personnel and business aspects of Student Life
  • Providing liaison between the Director and professional staff of the division with respect to administrative and human resource-related matters
  • interpreting research and statistical data
  • Coordinate onboarding, offboarding, performance management, leave, and other HR processes.
  • Review and coordinate personnel transactions for accuracy and compliance. Identify discrepancies requiring corrective action.
  • Provide initial consultation to employees, supervisors, and managers regarding HR-related questions and determine appropriate resolution or escalation; apply applicable University policies, procedures, and collective bargaining agreement provisions
  • Develop and communicate HR-related guidance, information, and procedural resources.
  • Coordinate and support the University’s time and attendance system implementation and ongoing operational needs.

This position is expected to work less than 20 hours per week and thus is not considered a benefit-eligible role.
Our team recognizes the advantages diverse perspectives and backgrounds bring to the workplace. We are particularly interested in candidates who share this value and will work to achieve the university’s goals of inclusive excellence.
University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

About Student Life
Student Life is dedicated to creating a student-centered environment that fosters engagement, well-being, and success. Guided by four strategic priorities—student engagement, health and wellness, personalized support, and advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice—we provide transformative experiences that empower students to grow, lead, and thrive. As a member of Student Life, you’ll join a team of passionate professionals united by shared values and a commitment to student success. We think big, act boldly, and pursue excellence with purpose. Together, we build inclusive communities, champion discovery, and celebrate the achievements that shape the UB experience.

About The University at Buffalo
The University at Buffalo (UB) #ubuffalo is one of America’s leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo.

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Associates degree and at least 2 years of related experience or Bachelor’s degree
  • Experience administering time and attendance in a unionized environment
  • Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
  • Experience working with Kronos or closely comparable time and attendance software
  • Experience working in human resources in a higher education setting
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience working with University at Buffalo systems and software (ie: ePTF, UB Jobs, SIRI, Kronos, etc.)
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Our University Community
Prodig+ No
Executive Position No
Physical Demands
Driving Requirements This position will never drive a university owned vehicle.
Salary Range $27.50 per hour
Additional Salary Information The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate.
Job Type Part-Time
Campus As Assigned
Posting Alerts
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
Is a background check required for this posting? No
Background Check Notification
Contact Information
Contact's Name Jillian Battaglia
Contact's Pronouns
Contact's Title Assistant Director of Human Resources
Contact's Email [email protected]
Contact's Phone 716-645-3048
Posting Dates
Posted 10/01/2026
Deadline for Internal Applicants 10/15/2026
Deadline for External Applicants Internal Only
Date to be filled
References
Number of References Required 1
Reference Cutoff Date
Instructions to Applicant

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    • No Current Employment Affiliation
  2. * How did you first hear about this employment opportunity?
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