Human Resources Specialist

Job Responsibilities

• Processes payroll accurately and maintain payroll records
• Collects and verifies employee timekeeping data, wages, deductions, commissions, benefits, etc.
• Maintain and update payroll information for promotions, transfers, terminations, and new hires
• Process other compensation or deductions as requested (e.g. child support, garnishments, annual bonuses, etc.)
• Investigate anomalies and make required corrections to ensure the validity of payroll
• Communicate with various departments as well as external services and state agencies

HR Functions

• Provide explanations regarding documentation requirements and benefits eligibility and provide resources as appropriate
• Aid in the recruitment process, onboarding, and orientation process
• Respond to employee questions regarding records requirements to implement changes in status, benefit elections and enrollment, payroll calculations, benefit offerings, and other matters relevant to delivery of pay and benefits
• Aid in employment programs including leaves of absence, and workers compensation claims
• Support and participate in benefits open enrollment period, new employee orientation, and other projects and assignments
• Develop and produce reports for management and departments as needed

Physical Requirements

• Regularly use keyboard to interact with computer system
• Regularly required to communicate verbally and electronically
• Frequently sit for extended periods of time
• Occasionally lift and/or carry objects weighing up to 10 lbs

Education/Training Requirements

• Associate’s degree or equivalent work experience in HR Management, Payroll Management
• Solid understanding of labor legislation and payroll process
• Familiarity with benefits, leave of absences
• Hands-on experience of HRIS/Payroll systems (ADP Workforce Now preferred)
• Extensive record keeping, and tracking HR metrics
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

Work Schedule

This is not a hybrid or remote position. This is a Monday-Friday in-office position.