Payroll/Human Resources Coordinator

University of Washington•Seattle, WA

10d•$45,288 - $57,480•Hybrid

About The Position

The Husky Union Building has an outstanding opportunity for a Payroll/Human Resources Coordinator (Human Resource Coordinator (NE S SEIU 925 Non Supv)) to join their team. About this Opportunity Reporting to the Human Resources Manager, the Payroll/Human Resources Coordinator is responsible for processing routine and complex payroll and human resources transactions; preparing, analyzing, and acting on reports; and providing excellent customer service to employees in resolving their needs. The Payroll/Human Resources Coordinator will apply their expert knowledge of federal, state, local, and university laws, policies, and procedures to maintain compliance and proactively address inconsistencies, errors, issues of noncompliance, and other problems that arise. Candidates for this position operate with a high level of integrity and independence, using their best judgement to navigate complex and interwoven regulations and procedures. They demonstrate a commitment to excellence with special attention to customer service quality. Candidates will also have strong organizational and prioritization skills and demonstrate extreme attention to detail.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED certificate and two years of office/clerical experience including at least six months of experience in a human resources or related setting. Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications WILL NOT be forwarded to the Hiring Manager
Excellent interpersonal skills necessary to establish and maintain positive working relationships and ensure collaboration and cooperation among units within the HUB and external departments.
Ability to use independent judgement and problem-solving skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to effectively communicate with diverse individuals.
Strong commitment to advancing a diverse, equitable, and inclusive campus community.

Responsibilities

Receive, triage, respond to, and monitor incoming tickets from clients.
Complete human resources/payroll transactions on behalf of clients including, but not limited to onboarding, employment verifications, terminations, compensation changes, and end date extensions.
Act as a resource to clients in answering questions, advising on best practices, and resolving issues.
Maintain employee records in accordance with department and university policies and procedures.
Regularly generate and review routine and ad hoc reports to maintain compliance with department, university, state, and federal policies in a variety of fields or issues including employment authorization, employment dates, time and absence, and compensation.
Act upon findings from reports to correct noncompliance, proactively anticipate issues, and address inconsistencies.
Independently research department, university, state, and federal policies and procedures as needed.
Other related duties as assigned.