Human Resources Specialist

(Position is hybrid)

POSITION SUMMARY

The role of the Human Resources Specialist is to provide coordination and support for all HR programs and processes with a focus on payroll and benefits and a mindset towards continuous process and systems improvement. This position will serve as an internal and external customer service contact for Human Resources.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Demonstrate excellent internal customer service and professional communication when interacting with National MI employees at all levels.

• Coordinate and ensure the timely processing and accuracy of the semi-monthly payroll.

• Perform complex payroll calculations including overtime pay, bonuses and commissions, deductions, fringe benefits, garnishments and gross-to-net calculations for off-cycle paychecks.

• Maintain and update employee payroll records such as changes in wage/salary rates, new hires, transfers, terminations, and leaves of absences.

• Assist with new hire and onboarding processes including updating systems, communicating with job applicants and completing background checks.

• Assist with offboarding process including completing final pay, employee offboarding packet, and updating systems.

• Maintain paid leave policies, ensuring proper use and accruals.

• Verify compliance with federal, state, and local payroll requirements, staying current with legal changes.

• Promptly answer questions from employees and managers regarding payroll related matters.

• Maintain internal and external job postings.

• Maintain various HR systems, databases, charts and reports.

• Provide ad hoc project assistance, as needed.

SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or the equivalent work experience. PHR preferred.

• Minimum of 3 years of human resources, specifically with payroll including leaves of absence.

• Prior experience with a payroll system. ADP WorkforceNow, strongly preferred. American Payroll Association certification, highly desired.

• Prior experience working with a Professional Employer Organizations (PEO) preferred.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite products. Must have excellent analytical skills, including advanced expertise with MS Excel including pivot tables, vlookups, and advanced charting.

• Strong organizational, interpersonal, written and oral communications skills.

• Must have excellent attention to detail.

• Strong customer service skills and values.

• Ability to adapt and be flexible to changing priorities and varied duties on a daily basis.

• Works ethically and with integrity supporting organizational goals and values.

• Ability to work in fast-paced office environment with frequent tight deadlines, interruptions and occasional long hours/overtime.

• Completes work in a timely manner and meets deadlines.

• Maintains confidentiality of information and uses information appropriately.

• Contributes to building a positive team spirit and treats others with respect.

Base Salary Range: $71,000 - $91,000/year

• Posted Base Salary Range applies to current posting and may change in the future. The posted Base Salary Range may vary for key factors including, but not limited to, location, experience and skill set. Benefit eligibility includes healthcare, life and disability insurance, 401(k), monthly allowance, 20 days of PTO, 10 paid Holidays ,and bonus and equity potential. Additional benefit offerings may be found at https://www.nationalmi.com/career-benefits/.

National MI is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. We value and actively seek to recruit, develop, and retain individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences reflecting the full diversity of the communities that we serve. It is the policy of the National MI to comply with all applicable laws concerning the employment of persons with disabilities.