Human Resources Specialist

$2000 RETENTION BONUS

Participating Employer: MI Tr-Share Child Care Program

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Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Human Resources Specialist to manage our payroll processing and team member benefits administration. This critical role ensures accurate and timely compensation for all team members while serving as the primary point of contact for benefits-related inquiries. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality and compliance with all applicable regulations. As time permits this role will also provide support with recruiting activities and assist with general team member relations matters.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Payroll Administration

• Process bi-weekly payroll for all team members ensuring accuracy in wages deductions bonuses and overtime calculations
• Maintain and update payroll records
• Calculate and process garnishments child support orders tax levies and other court-ordered deductions in compliance with federal and state regulations

Benefits Administration

• Administer all team member benefit programs including health insurance dental vision life insurance disability 401(k) FSA and HSA plans
• Coordinate annual open enrollment process including communications enrollment meetings system updates and carrier reporting
• Serve as primary liaison between team members and insurance carriers to resolve claims issues coverage questions and billing discrepancies
• Process benefit enrollments changes and terminations in accordance with plan documents and carrier deadlines

Other Duties

• Assist with recruiting efforts when needed
• Assist with responding to routine inquiries
• Help facilitate recognition programs and company events
• Support performance review processes
• Provide backup support for general HR administrative tasks

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Consistently produces error-free work in a high-volume environment
• Ability to identify issues research solutions and resolve problems independently
• Understands and maintains strict confidentiality of sensitive information
• Stays current on regulations and ensures company adherence to all applicable laws
• Quick learner who can adapt to new systems and software platforms
• Patient and helpful when assisting team members with questions
• Flexible and able to adjust priorities in response to changing business needs
• Capable of multitasking while maintaining quality work
• Professional and approachable demeanor that builds trust with all team members
• Knows when to handle matters independently and when to escalate to leadership

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Human Resources Business Administration Accounting or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in payroll processing and benefits administration
• Strong working knowledge of federal and state wage and hour laws payroll tax regulations and employment laws
• Proficiency with payroll software systems
• Experience with HRIS systems and benefits administration platforms
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities with the capability to meet strict deadlines and prioritize multiple responsibilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting recruiting or talent acquisition functions
• Background in employee relations or HR generalist responsibilities
• Experience with applicant tracking systems (ATS)

Work Environment

• Office environment with standard business hours; extended hours may be required during peak periods and staff absences
• Requires prolonged periods of sitting and computer work

Benefits start on the 1^st of the month after 30 days of employment:

Benefits Additional:

• Paid Time Off is available after 60 days of employment
• 401K with employer match after 6 months of employment
• Quarterly bonus program

Employment Criteria:

This position includes access or potential access to ITAR technical data. Therefore candidates will need to qualify as a US Person which is defined as a US Citizen a Permanent Resident who does not work for a foreign company/foreign government/foreign governmental agency or organization or a political asylee in compliance with International Traffic in Arms Regulations.

Due to the requirements of the Customer No Visa sponsorship is available

EEO and Accessibility Statement

We are a team-driven Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to status as a protected veteran or a qualified individual with a disability or other protected status such as race religion color national origin sex sexual orientation gender identity genetic information pregnancy age or any other status protected by law. The company provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in all aspects of employment. Contactto request accommodations.

Disclaimer:
Nothing in this job description restricts the companys right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This description reflects the assignment of essential functions; it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.