Human Resources Assistant Jobs in Nebraska

Human Resources Assistant jobs in Nebraska are consistently active, with steady demand concentrated in corporate headquarters, healthcare systems, and agribusiness operations anchored in Omaha, Lincoln, and Grand Island. Major employers with lasting HR hiring footprints in Nebraska include Union Pacific, Nebraska Medicine, and Mutual of Omaha. The most in-demand specializations are payroll and benefits administration, employee onboarding and records management, and HRIS data entry. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles30
Top employerTarget
Top cityLincoln, NE
Cities hiring9
Work type71% On-site
Top credentialBachelor's degree

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Tyson Foods Incorporated
Human Resources (HR) Generalist - 2nd Shift - Tecumseh, NE
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Human Resources (HR) Generalist - 2nd Shift - Tecumseh, NE
Tyson Foods Incorporated
Tecumseh, Nebraska
Compliance & Risk
Project Management
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Osmond General Hospital
Human Resources Specialist
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Human Resources Specialist
Osmond General Hospital
Osmond, Nebraska
Cloud & DevOps
IT Support
Systems Administration
$23 - $28/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in business administration

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Human Resources Manager
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Human Resources Manager
McGrath North
Omaha, Nebraska
Business Operations
Customer Service
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Bachelor's degree in business administration

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Live On Nebraska
Human Resources Generalist
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Human Resources Generalist
Live On Nebraska
Omaha, Nebraska
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
Learning & Development
Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
Bachelor's degree in business
51-200

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Werner Enterprises
Legal & Human Resources Intern
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Legal & Human Resources Intern
Werner Enterprises
Omaha, Nebraska
Accounting
Bookkeeping & AP/AR
10,000+

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Human Resources Assistant Jobs by City in Nebraska

Where Nebraska roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Lincoln
13 jobs
Omaha
9 jobs
Osmond
1 job
Fremont
1 job
Arapahoe
1 job
Hastings
1 job
Tecumseh
1 job
David City
1 job
Grand Island
1 job

Human Resources Assistant Job Market in Nebraska

A snapshot from current Nebraska openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Target
Target2 open roles
State of Nebraska
State of Nebraska2 open roles
University of Nebraska
University of Nebraska2 open roles

What Nebraska Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in human resources assistant jobs across Nebraska.

  • Associate or bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or a related field
  • Proficiency with HRIS platforms such as Workday, ADP, or SAP SuccessFactors
  • Experience processing new-hire paperwork, I-9 documentation, and employee records
  • Strong knowledge of employment law basics and EEOC compliance requirements
  • Ability to handle confidential employee information with discretion and accuracy
  • PHR or SHRM-CP certification preferred or actively pursuing for advancement

Human Resources Assistant Jobs in Nebraska: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a human resources assistant in Nebraska?

Most Nebraska employers require at least an associate degree in human resources or business administration, though many prefer a bachelor's degree. Nebraska does not mandate a state-issued license for HR assistants, but earning the SHRM-CP credential through the Society for Human Resource Management or the PHR through HRCI meaningfully strengthens candidacy. Many Nebraska community colleges, including Southeast Community College and Metropolitan Community College in Omaha, offer HR-focused business programs as direct on-ramps.

Which companies hire human resources assistants in Nebraska?

Companies currently hiring human resources assistants in Nebraska include Target, State of Nebraska, and University of Nebraska, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Nebraska's mix of Fortune 500 corporate headquarters, regional healthcare networks, and large agribusiness and logistics operations means HR assistant demand stays broad across multiple industries throughout the year.

Which Nebraska cities have the most human resources assistant jobs?

Lincoln, Omaha, and Osmond lead Nebraska for human resources assistant openings. Omaha dominates because of its concentration of corporate headquarters, large hospital systems, and financial services firms, while Lincoln's state government agencies, University of Nebraska, and growing tech sector drive consistent demand, and smaller hubs reflect anchor employers in manufacturing and agriculture that maintain in-house HR teams.

Are there remote human resources assistant jobs in Nebraska?

Yes, though they are less common than in purely analytical fields because HR assistant work frequently involves in-person onboarding, physical document handling, and front-line employee interaction. About 29% of human resources assistant openings tied to Nebraska are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, which is typical for the role nationally. Benefits administration, HRIS data entry, and recruiting coordination are the tasks most likely to be offered in a remote or hybrid arrangement.

How can I get hired as a human resources assistant in Nebraska with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is an administrative or receptionist role within a company's HR department, which many Nebraska employers use as a pipeline into dedicated HR assistant positions. Large Nebraska healthcare systems such as CHI Health and Bryan Health run structured new-employee programs that occasionally include HR department rotations. Completing a SHRM student membership chapter through the University of Nebraska or Creighton University, combined with a practicum or internship, signals commitment to the field and compensates for limited paid experience.

Where can I find and apply to human resources assistant jobs in Nebraska?

You can find and apply to human resources assistant jobs in Nebraska on Migrate Mate, which lists current Nebraska openings updated regularly. Search the listings for roles that match your experience level and location, then apply directly to the ones that fit your background.

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