University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Payroll Coordinator
Job Description

Job Summary:

The Payroll Coordinator serves in a customer-facing role and is responsible for ensuring payroll related personnel actions are completed in a timely and accurate manner and in compliance with all applicable institutional, UNL, State, and Federal regulations, policies, and guidelines. The Payroll Coordinator primarily executes moderately complex payroll transactions and provides departmental human resource-related support in a subsidiary capacity. The Payroll Coordinator will work closely with employees within the departments served, as well as functional office staff, providing a high level of customer service and professionalism in all interactions. This position functions under general supervision and is expected to utilize sophisticated technology to provide professional services.

About Us:

At the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, we're proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer, known for our welcoming and supportive work environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isn't just a workplace—it's the place to build your career and make a real impact in Nebraska.
When you join our team as a full-time, regular staff member, you'll enjoy:

  • Ample paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, parental leave and holidays
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options
  • Employee & dependent scholarship program to pursue higher education
  • Generous retirement plans with a university match

Required Qualifications:

  • High School education or GED plus three (3) years of related payroll and/or human resources work experience; equivalent education/experience considered.
  • Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality in compliance with rules and regulations, including HIPAA and FERPA guidelines on the disclosure of information.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal formats.
  • Demonstrated ability to build and maintain positive relationships within and outside of reporting lines.
  • Demonstrated ability to establish priorities and meet deadlines.
  • Knowledge of payroll and/or human resources terminology and practices.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience performing payroll and/or human resources tasks in a business setting.
  • Experience serving multiple units as part of a service team.
  • Experience with SAP or large integrated finance or human resources system.
  • Experience with an HRIS, payroll processing, applicant tracking or similar system.
  • Knowledge of federal and state laws and guidelines related to business practices.

 

Compliance Requirements:

If selected for this position and a verbal offer is accepted, the final written offer will be contingent upon the successful completion of the following required pre-employment check(s): 

  • Criminal history background check
Information at a Glance
Req Id:  1259
Campus Label:  University of Nebraska Lincoln (UNL)
Org Unit:  College of Engineering UNL
Job Location:  Lincoln, NE 68588
Application Review Date:  10/16/25
Open Until Filled:  Yes
Advertised Salary:  21.130/hr minimum
Job Type:  Full-Time
Worksite Eligibility:  On-site
Benefits Eligible:  Yes
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact:  Cathy Norquest, cathy.norquest@unl.edu
Special Instructions to Applicant:  "Click on "Apply Now". Create or login to account. If current employee, click on Employee login."

The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment.

 

Posting Start Date:  10/7/25