Human Resources Associate & Payroll Administrator

YMCA of the USA; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading organization dedicated to community impact as a Human Resources Associate and Payroll Administrator. This full-time role involves supporting over 800 employees, managing recruitment, payroll, and fostering a positive work environment. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills, HR experience, and a commitment to confidentiality. Enjoy generous benefits, including paid time off and access to YMCA facilities.

Benefits

Generous Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Life and Pet insurance

Access to YMCA facilities for employees and immediate family

50% discount on YMCA programming

Employee Assistance Program

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of HR experience, including Talent Acquisition and Payroll.
• Experience posting jobs on job boards and social media.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on staffing needs and develop hiring strategies.
• Manage onboarding and offboarding processes.
• Handle administrative HR functions and payroll processing.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Time Management

Problem-Solving

Customer Service

Education

High school diploma or GED

HR certificate or degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Creative Suite

Paylocity HRIS

Job description

Are you a Human Resources professional looking to join an organization dedicated to making a positive impact in the local area?

Job Description

The Human Resources Associate and Payroll Administrator position offers a unique opportunity for an individual with exceptional attention to detail, a strong process orientation, excellent customer service skills, and a dedication to serving the mission of the YMCA of Central Massachusetts. The successful candidate will work closely with the Executive Director of Human Resources and the Finance Department, supporting over 800 employees in the communities we serve. Reporting to the Executive Director of Human Resources and collaborating with hiring managers, the Human Resources Associate/Payroll Administrator will identify staffing needs and develop hiring plans. Join us!

As part of a team, the Human Resources Associate & Payroll Admin will post and communicate job opportunities on job boards and social media, perform payroll and finance functions, and ensure high-quality internal operations. The role requires working under tight deadlines, maintaining confidentiality, and fostering trust within the team.

Location: Association Service Center, 766 Main Street 4th Floor, Worcester MA

Schedule: Typically Mondays to Fridays, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, with occasional evening and weekend work for meetings or events.

Job Type: Full-Time Hourly Non-Exempt

Pay: $26.44 per hour

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability, Life, and Pet insurance
• Access to YMCA facilities for employees and immediate family
• 50% discount on YMCA programming
• Employee Assistance Program
• Career development opportunities

If interested, please apply online with your resume and cover letter.

About The YMCA Of Central Massachusetts

The YMCA focuses on youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility across its 6 branches in Worcester County.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; HR certificate or degree preferred
• At least 5 years of HR experience, including Talent Acquisition and Payroll; Paylocity HRIS experience preferred
• Strong written communication, training development, proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite
• Experience posting jobs on job boards and social media
• Excellent report generation, organization, scheduling, and communication skills
• Detail-oriented with high accuracy
• Flexible, good time management, able to prioritize and meet deadlines
• Ability to travel locally
• Strong work ethic, independent and team work capabilities
• Discretion and confidentiality skills
• Ability to build community and professional relationships
• Decision-making, problem-solving, analytical skills
• Professionalism and customer service aptitude
• Experience working with diverse populations

Essential Functions

• Collaborate on staffing needs and develop hiring strategies
• Post jobs, manage recruitment, and oversee applicant tracking and HRIS systems
• Report recruitment status to leadership
• Manage onboarding and offboarding processes
• Provide guidance on HR policies and procedures
• Travel locally for meetings and events
• Advise on employee relations and support a positive work environment
• Handle administrative HR functions and payroll processing
• Maintain accurate HR records and documentation
• Review payroll data and reports for accuracy
• Assist with payroll issues and training
• Support special projects as needed