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Student Employment & Payroll Coordinator- 1730

  • 494247
  • Langston
  • VP FISCAL & ADMINISTRATIVE AFFAIRS (LU)
  • Staff Full-time
  • Opening on: Apr 22 2026
  • VP Fiscal & Administrative Affairs (LU)
  • Associate's degree
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Campus

LANGSTON

Contact Name & Email

nika wilson, luhumanresources@langston.edu

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm with occasional evenings and weekends.

Appointment Length

Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice

Hiring Range

$35,000 - $40,000

Commensurate with education and experience

Priority Application Date

While applications will be accepted until a successful candidate has been hired, interested parties are encouraged to submit their materials by to ensure full consideration.

Special Instructions to Applicants

For full consideration, please include a resume, cover letter and contact information for three professional references.

Job Summary:
The Student Employment & Payroll Coordinator manages and administers Langston University’s Student Employment Program. This role is highly student-focused and customer-oriented, working closely with students, faculty, and staff to ensure smooth payroll processing, effective administration of student employment policies, and accurate student record management.
 
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Manage and administer the University’s Student Employment Program, including job postings, student hiring, evaluations, onboarding, and maintenance of student employment records, ensuring compliance with employment regulations.
  • Coordinate and update Human Resources website content related to student employment.
  • Manage electronic timesheets for student workers, providing training and guidance as needed.
  • Assist with monthly benefits processing for student employees.
  • Perform calculations and production of student payroll, including electronic personnel action forms (EPAFs), approvals, and redistributions.
  • Assist with faculty and staff monthly payroll, review overtime reports, and serve as backup to the Payroll Manager as needed.
  • Prepare statistical reports, policy manuals, and procedural guides (e.g., Student Employment Handbook, Procedures Manual).
  • Conduct surveys and generate reports, such as the Federal Work Study report for the Financial Aid Office.
  • Organize and facilitate student employment workshops, orientations, and training sessions each semester.
  • Respond to student employment verification requests, providing professional and timely assistance.
  • Chair and support the Student Employment Advisory Committee.
  • Serve as a liaison between students, employees, IT personnel, and relevant state and federal agencies.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Associate's degree
    • Human Resources, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
  • Experience in payroll, human resources, student employment services, or a related administrative field
  • Basic knowledge of payroll processes, timekeeping, and employee records management

Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge:

  • Demonstrated knowledge of payroll and employment regulations (FLSA, I-9, W-4, etc.)
  • Strong customer service and communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with students, faculty, and staff
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a structured environment

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree
    • Human Resources, Business, Accounting, or related field
  • 2–4 years of experience in payroll processing, student employment programs, or HR administration
  • Experience working in higher education or with student populations
  • Experience with HRIS (Human Resources Information Systems), such as Ellucian Banner
  • Familiarity with electronic personnel action forms (EPAFs)
  • Experience managing or coordinating employment programs, including hiring, onboarding, and compliance
  • Knowledge of federal work-study programs, employment regulations, and E-Verification procedures (I-9 compliance)
  • Experience preparing reports, procedural manuals, or training materials
  • Demonstrated ability to lead workshops, orientations, or training sessions
  • Experience collaborating across departments and serving as a liaison with internal and external stakeholders

 

 

Langston University is an equal opportunity employer. Our hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and institutional needs, ensuring equal opportunities for all individuals, regardless of race, gender, age, disability, or other protected characteristics. We welcome qualified applicants who share our commitment to academic excellence, community engagement, and fostering a vibrant campus culture.  For more information, please contact luhumanresources@langston.edu.

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