HR Generalist/ Payroll Administrator

Position: Human Resource Generalist/ Payroll Administrator

Classifications: Full Time, Senior Staff, Salary/Exempt

Reports To: Executive Director

Evaluation Due: Annually by Supervisor

Physical Demands: Requires prolonged sitting, walking, some bending, stooping, stretching, navigating stairways, standing, and lifting to 50 pounds occasionally. Requires hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity sufficient for keyboarding and departmental equipment. Requires normal and/or correctable range of hearing and vision.

Work Conditions: Work in office and event environments, involving contact with staff and the public. Regular schedule is up to 40 hours Monday through Sunday and can require irregular hours and changes to schedule due to deadlines and frequent interruptions due to project timelines and due to the organization’s commitment to be 100% event driven.

Position Summary

DeSoto County CVB has an exciting opportunity for a Human Resource Generalist/Payroll Administrator role located in Southaven, MS. This person will be responsible for performing a wide range of duties related to support Human Resources, Recruiting and Payroll.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Human Resources Responsibilities:

• Develop and coordinate organizational training, including leadership, supervisory, benefits, etc.
• Conduct compensation research to determine market competitiveness
• Process new hire and termination paperwork
• Maintain HR dashboard/employee census data
• Monitor PTO usage and provide PTO reporting to senior leaders
• Manage unemployment claims
• Conduct verifications of employment
• Conduct employee engagement surveys, as needed
• Coordinate company functions with Office Manager
• Monthly employee benefit invoice review and reconciliation
• Benefit administration of employee changes within various systems
• Documentation creation for offer letters, role changes, compensation changes/merit increases, etc.
• ACA reporting and data review through ACA tool in Paylocity
• Performance appraisal process creation and management
• Special projects as assigned
• PERS (Public Employee Retirement System) verification and reporting

Recruitment Responsibilities:

• Post open roles on company website, Indeed, LinkedIn, etc. as requested
• Review resumes received to match role requirements for experience, skills, education, compensation, etc.
• Schedule phone and personal interviews
• Onboard new employees, including working with Departmental hiring managers to coordinate onboarding schedule and conduct HR new employee orientation upon start

Payroll Responsibilities:

• Timely preparation of bi-weekly and off-cycle payrolls for review by management through Paylocity
• Create payroll reports for ad hoc requests
• Audit employee data for accuracy
• Document and resolve all payroll discrepancies, reporting to management as needed
• Managing personnel data in payroll and administrative websites/databases
• Document internal control processes and implement best practices for payroll related duties
• Maintain awareness and compliance of applicable laws (federal/state)
• Maintain complete filing system to support payroll records
• Collaborating with finance.
• Serve as the payroll subject matter expert
• PERS management and funding
• Review and manage employee time tracking and time off requests
• Reconcile employee benefits by approving billing statements
• Create earnings reports
• Manage timesheet approval for non-exempt employees
• Compensation changes reporting
• Paylocity setup and administration

Standards of Conduct:

• Always exhibit professional conduct and positive demeanor in the workplace and during work functions.
• Be respectful of the full spectrum of diversity among co-workers and customers.
• Maintain self-control and composure during stressful or difficult situations.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.

As the role continues to evolve based on the growing needs of the business as a high-growth company, the Human Resources Generalist and Payroll Administrator position requires:

• 4-year degree preferred
• 2 – 4 years Human Resources/Payroll experience preferred
• Paylocity experience preferred
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to multitask and prioritize work
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Team skills that attract others to work with you
• Good sense of humor
• Self-aware and self-critical
• Technical aptitude

You must be authorized to work in the United States. Immigration or work visa sponsorship will not be provided. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Compensation

This position is critical to the success of our business and the compensation package will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience and skills. Compensation will include a base salary. Benefits include paid vacation, paid sick time and paid holidays, medical, vision, life, short-term disability, and dental insurance, gym membership, FSA and DSA, LegalShield and state retirement.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person