Reporting to the Vice President of Talent and Culture, the Human Resources Administrator is dedicated to serving employees by ensuring efficient and accurate management of payroll processes, benefits programs and human resources services. This position emphasizes providing exceptional support, addressing employee inquiries, and maintaining compliance with relevant regulations. The administrator plays a vital role in onboarding new hires, educating employees about their benefits, and resolving issues related to payroll and benefits. By fostering a positive employee experience, this role is essential in promoting a supportive workplace environment. Overall, the focus is on enhancing employee satisfaction and ensuring their needs are met effectively.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Payroll Administration
1. Accurate Payroll Processing: Process weekly payroll with great attention to detail, ensuring compliance with all regulations.
2. Record Maintenance: Keep thorough and current payroll records for all employee transactions.
Benefits Administration
1. Benefits Management: Oversee a comprehensive range of benefits programs and be the primary contact for employee inquiries and claims.
2. Enrollment Management: Take the lead during the annual benefits open enrollment, ensuring smooth transitions and effective communication.
Recordkeeping, Compliance, and Reporting
1. Regulatory Compliance: Ensure the organization meets the latest payroll and benefits regulations, and assist with audit preparations.
2. Data Management: Handle employee records and compliance documentation with confidentiality and accuracy.
Employee Support, Communication, and Engagement
1. Employee Support: Respond promptly to inquiries and conduct effective onboarding sessions.
2. Engagement Initiatives: Collaborate on projects that promote a vibrant and team-oriented work environment.
Recruiting and Hiring
1. Candidate Management: Assist with job postings and applicant tracking to ensure a smooth candidate experience.
2. Recruitment Outreach: Participate in outreach and recruitment events, showcasing our organization’s culture and values.
Community Involvement
1. Community Participation: Actively engage in our events committee, participating in community and networking events.
Other Duties as Assigned
1. Flexible Team Player: Be ready to take on additional responsibilities to enhance customer service and productivity across the organization.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
Education
1. High school diploma required; associate's or bachelor's degree in human resources, accounting, business, or a related field preferred.
Experience
1. Minimum 3 years of experience in payroll and benefits administration or a similar role.
2. Proficiency with HRIS and payroll systems (e.g., Paycom, ADP, Paychex, Workday) and advanced MS Excel skills.
3. Human Resources Generalist experience.
Skills
1. Strong understanding of payroll and benefits laws and regulations, including FLSA, FMLA/PFML, COBRA, ACA, ADA and ERISA.
2. Experience performing payroll reconciliations.
3. Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
4. High attention to detail and accuracy.
5. Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with integrity.
6. Ability to respond to internal and external requests with a model level of discretion and diplomacy.
7. A solution-oriented mindset and a desire to learn and grow within the broader field of Human Resources.
8. Self-starter with initiative and a proactive team player.
Preferred Qualifications
1. Payroll or HR certification (e.g., Certified Payroll Professional (CPP), Professional in Human Resources (PHR)).
2. Familiarity with benefits and retirement plan administration and wellness programs.
3. Availability to participate in branch, bank and community involvement outside of standard banking hours from time to time.
AAP/EEO STATEMENT: Seamen’s Bank is committed to a firm policy in favor of equal employment opportunity and will abide by all applicable state and federal regulations by not discriminating against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, religion, color, creed, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability or veteran status.
Our commitment to equal employment opportunities shall include employment, upgrading, promotion, demotion, transfer, leaves or other absences from work, layoff, compensation and benefits, selection for training or other education, professional opportunities and conflict resolution.
It is also the policy of Seamen’s Bank to take affirmative action to employ and to advance in employment, all persons regardless of their status as woman, minority or individuals with disabilities or protected veterans, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. Please inform us of any necessary accommodations required during the application process and/or at any time during employment.
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