Human Resource Consultant 1

Big Bend Community College (BBCC) a rural college serving vibrant culturally rich communities in the Columbia Basin of Central Washington invites applications for a Human Resource Consultant 1 Payroll & Time and Labor in the colleges Human Resources Department.

Under general supervision this position is responsible for administering and coordinating payroll and time and labor functions for the college while also assisting with a variety of human resources tasks. The role oversees end-to-end payroll processing including data entry reconciliations vendor payments quarterly and annual reporting and compliance with state and federal addition the position supports HR operations such as onboarding orientation records management employment verifications and employee support services. This position serves as a key resource for payroll and HR procedures provides consultation to employees and supervisors and collaborates with HR the Business Office and state agencies to ensure efficient operations and compliance with applicable laws policies and collective bargaining agreements.

BBCCs organizational strength is captured in our small but mighty spirit. A small college taking on BIG things to enact BIG change to lift our students and employees. We are dedicated to extending postsecondary access to all our service district members and providing an environment for all to grow personally and professionally steered by our mission and vision.

Vision: To become our communities first choice to dream learn and succeed.

Mission

Serve as a Bridge

Stand as a Leader

Support for Success

Our guiding principles are a call to action establishing a standard for how we interact with each other present BBCC in the community serve students AND act upon areas of inequity.

Guiding Principles

Honor our Role as a Hispanic-Serving Institution

Advocate for Equity Inclusion & Diversity

Embrace our Workplace Norms

Innovate Proactively

Model Integrity

Educate All

If you share these values we encourage you to come be a part of the movement happening at Big Bend Community College.

This position is open until filled. Priority consideration will be given to applicants whose complete application has been received by October 21 2025. Big Bend Community College reserves the right to offer this position to a qualified candidate at any time so a prompt response is encouraged.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
Payroll & Time Administration (40%)

• Coordinates and processes semi-monthly payroll and time and labor ensuring accuracy of employee pay leave and deductions.
• Reviews and reconciles payroll entries and reports to identify discrepancies; advises management on corrections and process improvements.
• Prepares and processes adjustments such as overpayments check cancellations and garnishments; ensures compliance with IRS and state regulations.
• Maintains and distributes the payroll calendar; facilitates payroll orientation sessions for new staff.
• Provides professional consultation to employees and supervisors on complex payroll issues such as out-of-state taxation student FICA exemptions and sick leave buyouts.

• Prepares and files quarterly and annual reports (941-tax report L&I PFML W-2s vendor payments) ensuring compliance with state and federal requirements.
• Conducts reconciliations of payroll and benefits records (e.g. DRS HCA vendor deductions); investigates variances and works with external agencies to resolve discrepancies.
• Maintains organized confidential payroll and HR files; oversees filing archiving and purging of records according to retention schedules.
• Monitors and implements regulatory changes affecting payroll and HR; consults with leadership to ensure timely updates to procedures.

• Prepares HR-related documents such as 1050 part-time hourly appointment and end-of-appointment letters faculty workload assignments and service year awards.
• Supports onboarding processes by setting up direct deposit deductions and payroll files for new employees.
• Serves as backup for recruiting activities assisting with posting jobs reviewing applications and coordinating interviews as needed.
• Responds to employee inquiries and provides consultation on payroll schedules deductions employment verifications unemployment claims and PSLF forms.
• Coordinates distribution of annual compliance communications (Drug-Free Workplace Whistleblower) and maintains employee lists and reports.

• Analyzes payroll and HR processes to identify areas for improvement and recommends solutions.
• Develops and delivers training sessions for staff and supervisors on payroll procedures timesheet expectations and HR requirements.
• Prepares special reports and conducts projects involving data analysis compliance review or process development at the request of HR leadership.

• Orders supplies and reconciles departmental expenditures for HR and Payroll; prepares monthly expenditure reports.
• Serves as backup and resource to other HR staff in payroll and timekeeping functions providing guidance and training where needed.
• Collaborates with the HR and Business Offices to maintain consistent equitable and compliant practices across payroll and HR operations.

• Maintain professional growth and development through seminars workshops and professional affiliations to keep abreast of latest trends in field of expertise.
• Ensure no injuries to self or others by following safe work practices and policies. This includes but is not limited to security and safety understanding of Safety Data Sheets (SDS) equipment fire disaster safe lifting and body mechanics.
• Ensure compliance with college policies and procedures and state and federal regulations.
• Conduct self in a professional manner and ensures the interaction with team members and other support groups is conducted in a courteous and efficient manner conducive to the colleges values.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as may be required.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge

• Payroll practices and procedures including time and labor.
• Federal and state payroll laws and regulations.
• HR systems payroll software and reporting tools.
• Employee records and confidentiality standards.
• General HR practices and compliance requirements.

• Accurate payroll processing and reconciliation.
• Using HRIS and payroll systems effectively.
• Data review and problem-solving.
• Clear written and verbal communication.
• Organizing and prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines.
• Providing helpful customer service to employees and supervisors.

• Apply payroll laws policies and procedures correctly.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Resolve payroll and HR issues with attention to detail.
• Work independently and as part of a team.
• Adapt to changes in systems policies or regulations.

• Bachelors degree; OR
• Associate degree and two years of related experience; OR

• Four years of progressively responsible related experience.

• Bachelors degree in business accounting human resources finance or a related field.
• Experience processing payroll in a higher education or public sector environment.
• Experience with HRIS or payroll systems (e.g. PeopleSoft or similar).
• Knowledge of state and federal payroll regulations wage and hour laws and collective bargaining agreements.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to analyze data and resolve discrepancies.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills in providing consultation to employees and supervisors.
• Experience working both independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

This position is open until filled. Priority consideration will be given to applicants whose complete application has been received byOctober 21 2025. Big Bend Community College reserves the right to offer this position to a qualified candidate at any time so a prompt response is encouraged.

To qualify for considerationapplicantsmust meet required qualifications andsubmita complete application packet which includes the following:

1. BBCC Online application.
2. Cover letter addressing why you are interested in this position and how your qualifications make you the ideal candidate.*
3. Comprehensive resume or CV.*
4. Response(s) to the questions found in the Supplemental Questions Tab above.* Supplemental questions are designed to address the Additional Desirable qualifications list in the job posting.
5. Unofficial transcripts documenting undergraduate and graduate course work and degrees. Official transcripts required upon employment.*

NOTE:You must complete the online application in full and respond to the required supplemental questions. Failure to provide this information or responses of See Resume may eliminate you from consideration for this position.The college reserves the right to remove documents submitted but not requested by BBCC as part of the application process. These documents include but are not limited to statements of teaching philosophy diversity statement letters of recommendation student evaluations performance evaluations etc.

BBCCreserves the right to not fill this position reject all applicants reopen the position or make a direct appointment. Applications received during this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies at the Colleges discretion.

This posting does not reflect the entire job description and may be changed and/or modified at any time without notice.

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CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Pursuant to RCW 28B.112.080 applicants must declare whether they are the subject of any substantiated findings of sexual misconduct in any current or former employment or are currently being investigated for or have left a position during an investigation into a violation of any sexual misconduct policy at the applicants current or past employers. By law post-secondary education institutions cannot hire an applicant who does not complete the questions.

Prior to employment a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicants suitability and competence to perform the position.

An offer of employment will not carry with it any responsibility or obligation on the part of Big Bend Community College to sponsor an H-1B compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire.

Official transcripts must be provided to the college upon hire.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:

Big Bend provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students employees and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the American with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Federal Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

Please direct all inquiries regarding compliance with access equal opportunity and/or grievances to the Vice President of Human Resources & Labor/Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator/Section 504 Coordinator BBCC 7662 Chanute Street NE Moses Lake WA 98837; or via email at.

DRUG AND ALCOHOL-FREE CAMPUS:

In compliance with state and federal regulations BBCC is committed to a safe and drug and alcohol-free campus. Employees are expected to comply with BBCCs policy prohibiting illegal drug use or activity including notifications of criminal drug convictions and the use of prescription drugs or over-the-counter medications that are likely to affect job safety. The complete policy and procedure are available to view on thepolicies page of the BBCC website. Printed copies of the policy and procedure are available by contacting the Human Resources Office at .

BBCC ANNUAL SECURITY REPORT:

BBCC strives to be a safe and secure campus for our students employees and community. Detailed information regarding campus security crime statistics for the most recent-three year period and other information is available on theCampus Safety and Security page of the BBCC website. If you have questions or would like a printed copy of the materials please contact Campus Safety and Security at .

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY:

Big Bend Community College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race sex sexual orientation gender identity/expression religion age color creed national or ethnic origin physical mental or sensory disability use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability marital status pregnancy status or families with children a mother breastfeeding her child AIDS/HIV or hepatitis C genetic information and/or status as a veteran or any other legally protected classification.