HR Program Assistant II

HR Program Assistant II

South Dakota State University (SDState) is actively seeking a highly dedicated, people-centered Human Resource professional to join our team! Be a part of a dynamic team and provide exceptional customer service to the campus community. We are hiring for four HR Program Assistant II positions. This position is located in Brookings, South Dakota. Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Job Responsibilities: To provide high level of customer service support for a variety of human resource activities in a Shared Service Center environment, including onboarding, validating I9s, originating EPAFs, enhanced recruitment support, and timekeeping assistance. Analytical, problem-solving, critical-thinking, technology, interpersonal, communication, organizational and customer-service skills are essential.

Benefits: SDState offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions. Relocation benefits are available per university's guidelines.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Knowledge of: Human Resource functions Computer software applications and systems (Word, Excel, Outlook) Customer service practices Skill & Ability to: Recognize discrepancies and potential problems. Develop processes to implement program objectives. Exercise independent judgement in evaluating situations and making decisions. Communicate information concisely and efficiently. Handle high volume of work during peak times. Multi-task and shift focus without disrupting work production to meet competing demands/deadlines/timelines. Understand the impact of work to employees' access, benefits, leave and pay and to maintain the highest level of confidentiality. Demonstrate flexibility and ability to easily adapt to change.

Application Procedures: This system will guide you through the electronic application form. This employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement, resume, and a reference page with the contact information for three professional references. Email applications will not be accepted.

Posting Date - 09/02/2026

Closing Date - 09/23/2026

Advertised Salary - starting at $23.56/hour, depending upon qualifications, plus benefits

Duration of the Term - 12 months

Work Hours - 8 am 5 pm; M-F

Department Description and Cultural Expectations - SDState is the state's largest, most comprehensive university with over $94 million annual research expenditures, more than 200 academic programs and an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students. The university is part of a dynamic community for families, students, young professionals, and retirees, which offers an abundance of attractions and activities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement - South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits unlawful discrimination of all legally protected classes in the offering of all educational programs and employment. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing View email address on click.appcast.io. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io.

Working Conditions

Cognitive Requirements - Analyzing, Comprehend, Frequent Change, Intense Customer Interaction, Logic, Memory, Multiple Priorities, Multiple Stimuli, Pace-fast, Perform calculations, Reading, Reasoning, Verbal Communication, Written Communication

Protective Clothing/Equipment

Physical Requirements - Fine Finger Manipulation (keyboarding, pipefitting, bench work, etc), Sitting for sustained periods of time, Use Both Hands, Use of Either Hand, Independently, Walking, Wrist Movement (twisting or rotating)

Sensory Requirements - Vision (With and without corrective lenses), Hearing, Speaking

Working Environment - Office Environment

Supplemental Questions

1. * Where did you hear about this position?
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Documents Needed to Apply

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

1. Reference List