Human Resources & Payroll Manager

Overview

Human Resources & Payroll Manager Jobs in Mansfield Center, CT at WINDHAM REGION TRANSIT DISTRICT

Windham Region Transit District is the regional transit provider, servicing nine towns in Northeastern Connecticut. WRTD also provides ADA Paratransit, Dial-a-Ride, and operates the shuttles and Accessible Van Services for the University of Connecticut. Go Huskies!

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are searching for a highly responsive, highly effective, solutions-driven, HR and Payroll Manager to provide all routine benefit administration and administrative functions in the human resources and payroll department.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

· Maintain strong technical skills and knowledge of administrative procedures

· Conducts recruitment efforts for all positions, including job postings, applicant screening, interview coordination, and onboarding

· Create and maintain confidential employee files (payroll, leave accruals, medical, personnel, etc.)

· Offers insurance for new hires within designated time frame.

· Responds to unemployment claims, employment verifications, and audit requests.

· Processes and manages biweekly payroll, including reviewing and auditing timecards, tracking accruals, and ensuring accuracy of pay.

· Maintains payroll records and prepares payroll-related reports, including W-2’s, wage verifications, and audit documentation.

· Input, review, and manage all payroll related items (i.e. time sheet corrections/adjustments, compensation changes, benefit and retirement deductions, wage garnishments, etc.)

· Compile and analyze payroll data, and make recommendations and determinations

· Promptly answer and resolve payroll related inquiries from employees

· Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour laws and best practices

· Perform benefits administration including change reporting, reconcile and approve monthly invoices for payment.

· Assist in the administration and coordination of various employee benefits programs, such as group health, dental and vision, accident and disability, life insurance, 457, and wellness benefits

· Enter and update employee information (new hires, promotions, terminations, etc.) in various software systems and websites

· Assist in the coordination of open enrollment activities, including packet assembly, information briefings to employees, and arranging on-site vendor meetings

· Recommends and implements personnel policies and procedures; maintains handbooks on policies and procedures.

· Promptly answer and resolve routine benefit and HR related inquiries from employees.

· Administers leave programs, including FMLA and Connecticut Paid leave, and maintains related records and documentation.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

· Demonstrates behaviors that are consistent with standards for professional and ethical conduct

· Extensive administrative and problem-solving skills

· Strong attention to detail and exceptional organization skills

· Excellent oral and written communication skills

· Demonstrates a high degree of initiative

· Excellent time management skills

· Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment

· Excellent in MS Office skills

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Qualifications:

High School diploma, or equivalent, and three years administrative, HR, Payroll, and/or benefits coordinator experience in associated fields. Transportation experience preferred.

You will exceed our expectations if you possess:

· Previous experience in an Administrative, HR, and/or payroll / benefits role.

· Computer literate and familiarity with MS Office products.

· Requires strong communication skills, both verbal and written, organizational skills, both analytical and problem solving, and the ability to work with confidential documents.

· Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks and achieve deadlines under pressure.

· Must be able to attend training as needed.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

The essential functions of the position are performed in an office environment and require regular computer use, communication, and occasional light physical activity such as reaching, lifting and filing.

Right to Revise:

This job description is not meant to be all-inclusive, and the company reserves the right to revise this job description as necessary without advance notice.

The duties and expectations herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees. They are not to be construed, as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer without notice.

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 – $71,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

• Office

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Preferred)

Experience:

• payroll: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Title: Human Resources & Payroll Manager

Company: WINDHAM REGION TRANSIT DISTRICT

Location: Mansfield Center, CT