Join a collaborative, service-oriented HR support team within the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at Michigan State University. This hybrid, East Lansing based role coordinates hiring, onboarding, and personnel processes for faculty, staff, temporary workers, graduate assistants, and student employees. The position offers an annual salary range of USD 48,626 to 64,000, depending on experience, with opportunities to guide policy and advance equitable hiring practices.
Responsibilities
- Manage the hiring workflow for faculty and academic staff, including job postings, candidate communications, interview scheduling, and onboarding steps
- Support logistics for candidate visits and interview itineraries
- Assist departmental search committees through the full recruitment and selection cycle
- Help with visa processing and employment documentation for international faculty and scholars
- Support equitable and inclusive hiring by coordinating search processes and related documentation
- Maintain hiring records in line with university procedures and retention policies
- Coordinate and administer personnel processes for faculty, staff, temporary workers, graduate assistants, and student employees
- Serve as a resource for HR questions, policies, procedures, and operational processes
- Interpret and apply university policies, procedures, and collective bargaining agreements in routine matters
- Coordinate onboarding and offboarding activities, including orientation support, required training coordination, and employment documents
- Assist with payroll transactions, employment updates, and related personnel processing tasks
- Maintain confidential HR records in accordance with university requirements
- Compile and organize HR information and reports to support departmental operations and decision making
- Coordinate hiring and employment actions for graduate assistants, student employees, temporary staff, and on-call workers
- Process hiring paperwork, payroll approvals, and related employment actions
- Assist supervisors and staff with employment procedures and timelines
- Maintain employment records and documentation
- Support departmental HR initiatives, projects, and process improvements
- Support operational activities and perform related administrative duties as assigned
- Assist with maintaining departmental records, documentation, and reporting materials
- Create and manage content for departmental social media channels, including Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn
- Update the department website with current news, events, and announcements
- Maintain and update the CSE intranet directory to ensure accuracy of faculty, staff, and other departmental information
- Contribute to a collaborative, customer-service focused office environment
- Perform additional duties aligned with the role and classification
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, organizational leadership, public administration, or related field
- Six months to one year of related experience in HR or departmental operations, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Tools and platforms
- Instagram
- Facebook
- LinkedIn
Work environment and schedule
The position operates in a standard office environment with regular interaction among faculty, staff, students, and external partners. A hybrid work arrangement is available, with specifics determined by the supervisor based on departmental priorities and operational needs. Working hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
About the department
The Department of Computer Science and Engineering within the Michigan State University College of Engineering is known for strengths across computer science, computer engineering, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, data science, and software systems. It supports a dynamic, research-active community dedicated to innovation, collaboration, and student success, with strong industry partnerships and nationally recognized programs.
About the College of Engineering
MSU College of Engineering has a history of more than 130 years, advancing engineering knowledge to address societal challenges. The college aims to prepare exceptional graduates, conduct cutting-edge research, and drive innovation across disciplines, fostering collaboration in areas such as computational sciences, energy, health, manufacturing, materials, mobility, security, and sustainability.
Equal Employment Opportunity
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Required application materials
- Cover letter
- Resume
- Names and contact information for three professional references
Hours
Standard 8 to 5
Website: www.cse.msu.edu
Note: Bidding eligibility ends May 26, 2026 at 11:55 PM.
