Senior Human Resource Coordinator, Office of the Vice President for Research, Scholarship, and Creative Endeavors

University of Texas at Austin•Austin, TX

2d•$78,000

About The Position

The mission of the Office of the Vice President for Research, Scholarship and Creative Endeavors is to foster the expansion of the scale, quality, and impact of scholarly endeavors at UT Austin. We are committed to building capacity, promoting interdisciplinary collaboration, and lowering the barriers and burden involved in scientific and creative inquiry through the development of an investigator-focused infrastructure that supports the needs of UT Austin's research enterprise. UT Austin offers a competitive benefits package that includes: 100% employer-paid basic medical coverage Retirement contributions Paid vacation and sick time Paid holidays Eligible for hybrid telework Please visit our Human Resources (HR) website to learn more about the total benefits offered. The Senior Human Resources Coordinator is a valued HR partner within OVPR, providing thoughtful, consultative human resources support to the OVPR portfolio. This position contributes to a responsive and service‑driven HR infrastructure by applying policy expertise, operational excellence, and a collaborative mindset to support the University’s research mission.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
Minimum of five years of progressive experience in Human Resources at UT Austin with demonstrated knowledge of the University’s HR policies and procedures.
Demonstrated critical thinking, problem‑solving, and sound judgment.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and professionally.
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities independently while contributing effectively as a team member.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills, with a collaborative and solution‑oriented approach.
Proficiency in Workday and Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Nice To Haves

HR Essentials certification.
More than five years of progressive experience in Human Resources at UT Austin.
Experience developing and managing Smartsheets or similar process‑tracking tools.
Experience serving as a lead resource and mentor.

Responsibilities

Collaborates closely with the OVPR Director of Human Resources to advise supervisors and staff on a wide range of HR matters, including personnel actions, recruitments, performance management, employee relations, and special projects.
Provides thoughtful recommendations aligned with the University’s policies, best practices, and organizational goals.
Reviews and processes Workday transactions, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness. Proactively communicates with HR Partners to resolve questions and streamline approvals.
Develops, maintains, and enhances OVPR HR Smartsheets forms and trackers to support efficiency and data‑informed decision‑making. Identifies opportunities for continuous improvement and recommends process enhancements that strengthen HR services.
Reviews research associate hiring packets to ensure adherence to the University’s requirements.
Coordinates the review of research scientist promotion and hiring requests, preparing materials for the VPR Promotion Committee and advancing recommendations for final approval by the Vice President for Research.
Manages visa requests and extensions for assigned OVPR units, ensuring compliance with institutional and regulatory requirements while providing clear guidance and responsive support to stakeholders.
Other duties as assigned.