Master Human Resource Jobs (NOW HIRING)

POSITION SUMMARY
Support the HR Director in day-to-day operations by administering and coordinating all HR functions and activities including On-boarding/Orientation, Training, Recruitment, Employee Relations, etc., and enforcement of University policies and procedures while maintaining an atmosphere of trust and confidentiality.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Processes all internal paperwork required to fill open positions, i.e. position vacancy authorizations and announcements.
• Reviews job description for accuracy of organizational information. Contacts employees, supervisors, managers etc. to elicit corrections or resolve minor conflicts in information presented.
• Generates job postings, post to approved positions to sites such as NeoGov, university website, and other requested sites such as Indeed, HigherEd, and LinkedIn.
• Monitors all applications received. Accepts and reviews all applications to determine if the minimum qualifications have been met. Ranks the candidates based on those qualifications. Forwards most qualified applicants to the hiring department.
• Generates offer letters for selected candidates. Meets with the candidate to discuss the offer and obtain signature.
• Provides induction documents to new employees providing guidance and general overview of each document. Follows up with employees to ensure new employees complete forms timely.
• Submits paperwork for and payment for employee background checks. Verify employees right to work using EVERIFY.
• Enter new hires into the LAGOV and Banner databases. Issue employee personnel numbers for each system.
• Answers all call & emails internally and externally in regard to open positions.
• Assists in the maintenance of the Human Resources website
• Works with the finance department to ensure that payroll is accurate and processed in a timely manner. Reviews electronic payment authorizations. Enters employee deductions.
• Completes job verifications for both active and separated employees. Provides grievance forms and routine procedural instructions to employees.
• Attends job fairs and other recruitment activities to engage and recruit new employees
• Based on metrics and analysis, makes recommendations for policies and activities to improve the organizational culture including suggestions to attract and hire qualified candidates, to motivate and retain employees, to address staffing issues, and to maintain legal compliance.
• Maintains a database of active employees and new hires.
• Maintains employee records required by Louisiana State Civil Service for classified employees, i.e. position descriptions, evaluations & certifications of compliance.
• Perform other duties as assigned

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Must have a bachelor's degree in related field from an accredited college or university
• Two (2) years of professional experience in Human Resources; advanced degree may substitute for experience
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate knowledge and understanding of ethics in communications, records and data collection/analysis
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work with little supervision
• Strong attention to detail is essential

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master degree in Human Resources, Business, Organizational Management or a related field from an accredited college or university
• Human Resources experience in a Higher Education environment
• Five (5) or more years of previous professional level HR experience
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office

TYPE: Full-time
COMPENSATION: $40,000-$43,888
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Review of applications begins August 10, 2026 and continues until position is filled.

• The application can be filled out online at
• *Note: If you are an internal candidate, please fill out the

Please attach cover letter, resume, transcript(s), and three references to application.
Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the duties.
Criminal background check and reference verification is required.
Southern University at Shreveport, an institution within the Southern University and A & M System, seeks to provide quality education for its students, while being committed to the total community. This institution prepares students for careers in technical and occupational fields; awards certificates, diplomas and associate degrees; and offers courses and programs that are transferable to other colleges and universities. Dedicated to excellence in instruction and community service, this open enrollment institution promotes cultural diversity, provides developmental and continuing education, and seeks partnerships with business and industry.
Title IX is a federal law that prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in any federally funded education program or activity. Title IX prohibits use of federal money to support sex discrimination in education programs and provides individuals protection against such practices.
In compliance with federal law and USDOE federal guidance, including provisions of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VII), Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (Title IX), Section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, the ADA Amendments Act of 2008, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 (ADEA), Executive Order 11246, Executive Order 13988, the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 as mended by the Jobs for Veterans Act, the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act, as amended, and the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008, an institution of the Southern University System shall not discriminate against individuals on the basis of their race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, color, nation or ethnic origin, age, disability, military service, covered veteran's status, or genetic information in its administration of education policies, programs, or activities; admission policies; scholarship and loan programs; athletic or other institution-administered programs; or employment.
As part of their commitment to maintaining a community free of discrimination, and in compliance with Title IX's mandate, institutions of the Southern University System shall address allegations of power-based violence and sexual misconduct, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, in a timely and effective manner. Further, institutions of the Southern University System will provide resources as needed for affected persons (Reporters, Complainants, Respondents, and third parties within the institution's community) and will not tolerate retaliation against any person who reports or participates in the investigation of alleged power-based violence or sex/gender discrimination.
In accordance with the requirement of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and its Amending Act of 2008 (collectively "ADA"), the Southern University System (System) will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its services, programs, or activities. The System does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring or employment practices and complies with all regulations promulgated by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission under Title I of the ADA. The System will generally, upon request, provide appropriate aids and services leading to effective communication for qualified persons with disabilities so they can participate equally in the System's programs, services, and activities, including qualified sign language interpreters, assistive listening devices, documents in Braille, and other ways of making communications accessible to people who have speech, hearing, or vision impairments. The System will make reasonable modifications to policies, procedures, and programs to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to enjoy all of its programs, services, and activities. Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service, or activity of the System, should contact the ADA Coordinator. The ADA does not require the System to take any action that would fundamentally alter the natures of its programs or services or impose an undue financial or administrative burden. Complaints that a program, service, or activity of the System is not accessible to persons with disabilities should be directed to the ADA Coordinator.
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