Human Resources Coordinator (Payroll and Time and Leave)

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Life insurance

15 days vacation per year

15 days sick leave per year

13 paid holidays

Paid Parental Leave

State Retirement Plan

Deferred compensation programs

Job summary

State of South Carolina is seeking a payroll-focused professional to join the Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation (LLR). The role emphasizes payroll processing, time and leave, and benefits administration within the Office of Human Resources.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree with relevant HR experience and offers comprehensive state employee benefits and a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree and relevant experience.
• A combination of education, relevant training, and/or experience may be considered in substitution for the bachelor's degree upon approval by Human Resources.
• A bachelor’s degree and prior experience in HR including payroll processing, SCEIS data entry, and/or benefits is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical and specialized professional and administrative duties for the Office of Human Resources, with emphasis on payroll and time and leave.
• Review and process actions and documentation related to payroll and funding for positions.
• Review and audit payroll transactions and research payroll errors.
• Update records for exemptions, insurance, savings, deductions, and transfers.
• Assist with researching and providing information related to payroll-related inquiries.
• Assist with preparing various payroll reports.
• Maintain and retain documentation for payroll transactions and related duties in appropriate systems and assist with auditing.
• Serve as the point of contact to complete employment verifications, loan forgiveness documents, and wage levy requests.
• Perform other HR functions, such as assisting with annual processes, FMLA, workers’ compensation, benefits, and supporting other Administration team members.

Skills

Payroll processing

SCEIS data entry

Benefits administration

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Come join our team at the Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation (LLR) where you will experience work-life balance, great benefits, and an exciting career that supports the Agency’s mission to make South Carolina a safe place to work and live.

Responsibilities

• You will provide technical and specialized professional and administrative duties for the Office of Human Resources, with an emphasis on payroll and time and leave.
• You will review and process actions and documentation as it relates to payroll and funding for positions.
• You will review and audit payroll transactions and research payroll errors.
• You will update records for exemptions, insurance, savings, deductions, and transfers.
• You will assist with researching and providing information related to payroll-related inquiries.
• You will assist with preparing various payroll reports.
• You will properly maintain and retain documentation for payroll transactions and related duties in appropriate systems and assist with auditing.
• You will serve as the point of contact to complete employment verifications, loan forgiveness documents, and wage levy requests.
• You will perform a variety of other human resources functions, such as assisting with annual processes, FMLA, workers’ compensation, benefits, and supporting other Administration team members.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree and relevant experience.
• A combination of education, relevant training, and/or experience may be considered in substitution for the bachelor's degree upon approval by Human Resources.

Preferred Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree and prior experience working in a human resource setting and/or in a human resources program.
• A minimum of two years’ experience in human resources including work related to payroll processing, SCEIS data entry, and/or benefits.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of human resources specifically related to payroll processing, SCEIS data entry, other HR related verifications and off cycle requests, and benefits.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and work within established work flows with other management, staff, and employees.
• Ability to exhibit a high level of confidentiality.
• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Proficiency in all Microsoft Products such as Word, Excel, Power Point, and other computer applications.

Other Requirements

• Position works in an office environment with extended periods of sitting and standing.
• Occasional work outside of normal office hours.
• May be required to lift, carry, move and/or position objects weighing up to 25 lbs.
• Daily filing, data entry, telephone and computer use.

Additional Comments

Benefits Offered

The South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• Health, dental, vision, long term disability, and life insurance for employee, spouse, and children
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs

Benefits For State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note

The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

Salary

Are you willing to accept a salary within the range of $50,000 to $57,000?