HR Assistant: Payroll & Benefits Support

State of Maine; Augusta (ME); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Maine is seeking a dynamic and organized Human Resources Assistant in Augusta. You will join a 3-person Payroll Team, handling complex payroll rules, interpreting contracts, and supporting various HR functions while delivering excellent customer service.

Minimum qualifications emphasize basic HR knowledge, payroll practices, benefits procedures, and understanding collective bargaining agreements. Background checks and background screening may apply; sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic human resources administration policies, procedures, and practices.
• Knowledge of payroll practices.
• Knowledge of employee benefits procedures and practices.
• Knowledge of collective bargaining agreements.

Responsibilities

• Work through complex payroll rules as part of the Payroll Team.
• Interpret and explain contract provisions to stakeholders.
• Perform other human resources functions as needed.
• Provide superior customer service and organizational support.

Skills

Payroll knowledge

Benefits knowledge

HR policies familiarity

Job description

State of Maine is seeking a dynamic and organized Human Resources Assistant in Augusta. You will join a 3-person Payroll Team, handling complex payroll rules, interpreting contracts, and supporting various HR functions while delivering excellent customer service.

Minimum qualifications emphasize basic HR knowledge, payroll practices, benefits procedures, and understanding collective bargaining agreements. Background checks and background screening may apply; sponsorship is not available.