Human Resource Generalist / Payroll Administrator

Description

This position is responsible for performing HR and Payroll related duties on a professional level and works closely with the director of human resources in supporting our various locations. This position carries out responsibilities in the following functional areas: payroll and benefits administration, employee relations, training, performance management, onboarding, policy implementation, recruitment/employment, and employment law compliance.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain employee records and update HR databases (e.g., new hires, separations, vacation, and sick leaves)
• Analyzes, prepares and inputs payroll data to include garnishments, time-off, insurance and 401(k) deductions. 
• Reviews electronic time clock for completeness and accuracy and contacts various department supervisors for missed time.
• Prepares Semi-monthly payroll.
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Collaborates with managers to assess employment needs, and participates in recruiting efforts to identify, interview, hire and train qualified candidates.
• Conducts background checks and employee eligibility verifications.
• Attends and participates in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
• Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.
• Conducts and/or coordinates various employee training programs related to onboarding, professional development, or site-specific requested training.
• Assist with monitoring the performance evaluation program and recommends revisions as necessary.
• Reviews and responds to unemployment claims with appropriate documentation.
• Coordinate HR projects, meetings, and training seminars.
• Coordinate and post job ads on career pages and process incoming resumes.
• Coordinate interviews with applicants and hiring managers.
• Prepare reports and presentations for internal communications.
• Provide orientations for new employees by sharing onboarding packages and explaining company policies.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Proven work experience as an HR Generalist and Payroll Administrator. 
• Experience with HRIS systems like Paylocity.  
• Experience with MS Office applications. Knowledge of labor legislation and excellent organizational and time-management skills. 
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.  
• Must have a positive and willing attitude; and a desire to be part of a growing legal practice that takes pride in making the legal system uncomplicated, approachable, and accessible to everyone.  

*Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be substituted.

Wage:

Annual Salary from $50,000 - $65,000 Based on experience.

Benefits:

• Insurance: Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Retirement: 401(k) plan with company matching
• Paid time off: 80 hours annually FTO for Vacation/Sick days
• Paid Federal Holidays
• Paid Volunteer Time Off: Up to 16 hours annually