Payroll and Human Resources Generalist

The Payroll and Human Resources Generalist is under the direction of the Human Resources Manager. Responsibilities include tasks directly related to recruiting, hiring and on-boarding of staff, benefits administration, management of the district’s Payroll and HRIS system and other HR related programs. Work is performed in accordance with a prescribed program and established procedures with some opportunity for the exercise of independent judgment.
Essential Job Duties:
- Inputs and maintains employee information in the computer system (payroll and Time and Attendance systems). Maintains pay rates, leave, tax allowances, and deductions
- Prepares data requested by PDRMA for Workers Compensation Audit.
- Coordinates onboarding and orientation of newly hired staff.
- Prepares and processes bi-weekly payroll; including verification of time/rates in attendance system, base pay, manual entries, printing of payroll and deduction checks, processing of direct deposit, printing and filing of reports. Reconcile annual W2s.
- Process monthly IMRF filing.
- Process monthly/annual leave accruals.
- Process bi-weekly Mission Square reports.
- Oversees monthly/quarterly IDES wage New Hire reports monthly.
- Maintains leave balances for first year for new full-time employees. Monitor leave balances for forfeitures. Provide leave balance reports to department heads monthly.
- Attends applicable recruitment events and opportunities
- Schedules interviews during recruitment process.
- Assists in advertising job openings on appropriate job boards and maintaining the WPD job boards.
- Maintains supervisor user lists in the HRIS system.
- Answers inquiries from employees and applicants.
- Maintains accurate and up to date payroll procedures.
- Accurately processes the new hire information/background checks/drug screenings/drivers license abstracts. Enters all new hires in E-Verify, employment verification program, notifying HR of any discrepancies.
- Files all appropriate paper work.
- Assists in preparation of reports and special reports as assigned.
- Performs the job safely and in compliance with Park District policies, procedures, work and safety rules.
- Performs special projects or other duties as assigned.
- Attends all meetings when appropriate.
- Supports and exhibits the organizational values of respect, communication, integrity, innovation, recognition and appreciation, continuous learning, fun, empowerment and people.
- Must support and demonstrate organizational values and quality standards of the Wheeling Park District.
- Analyzes, prepares and inputs payroll data. Ensures compliance with all applicable state and federal wage hour laws.
- Provide reports as needed to upper management.
- Continues education on new payroll-related issues, laws and procedures.
- Skillfully uses the computer, printer, calculator, and fax machine.
- Performs work permit and I-9 audits.
- Enrolls and terminates all part-time IMRF employees from IMRF system.
- Handles all telephone and written inquiries concerning part-time employment verification.
- Prepares and distributes information to staff concerning changes in payroll laws, requirements, and procedure.
- Trains and familiarizes all supervisory staff with payroll procedures in Paycom.
- Perform a detail review of payroll and timecards for accuracy and assist supervisors with correcting errors and ensuring that payroll is processed within Personnel Policies and applicable laws and regulations.
- Set up all new and rehires in Paycom including wage rates, job codes, time recording, etc.
- Maintain Payroll systems including all pay rules, wage rates, accruals, job codes, and troubleshooting with Paycom to solve any software issues.
- Serve as the main point of contact for employees and supervisors regarding all payroll questions, including support and training of new supervisors and employees on payroll software and procedures.
- Provide employee verification of current and past employees.
- Conduct audits of payroll systems to ensure automatic pay rules are working as intended and within personnel policies.
- Maintain, review, and audit monthly accruals in Paycom.
- Assist Human Resources in a variety of tasks to include: maintenance of new hire folders, form revision/development, tracking training, copying and distribution of communications.
- Performs typing functions for the division.
- Assists District in annual audit.
- Assists general public and vendors with inquiries.
- Completes tasks in a timely as well as precise manner.
- Work to find ways to improve office procedures and efficiency.
Working Condition
- Most activities will be performed indoors.
- Driving to other park facilities will require the worker to be outside.
- Employee may be exposed to cleaning agents and toner chemicals
RATE OF PAY:
$25.00/hr – $27.00/hr DOQ (dependent on qualifications)