Human Resources Specialist

City of Alabaster; Alabaster (AL); On-site; USD 51,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid holidays

Life and AD&D insurance

Vacation and sick leave

Job summary

City of Alabaster is seeking an HR Specialist to support payroll administration and performance management, under the HR Director. The role emphasizes accurate records, timely payroll processing, and confidential handling of information for employees and City leadership.

The position requires a degree in HR or business administration and at least three years of HR/payroll experience, with UKG payroll experience a plus. Strong MS Office skills and attendance are essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in human resources, business administration, or closely related field preferred.
• Minimum three years of experience in human resources, benefits, or payroll administration.
• AAPPA or SHRM certification strongly desired.

Responsibilities

• Provide HR support including payroll, onboarding, and performance management.
• Maintain accurate personnel files and records for the full employee lifecycle.
• Enter/update HRIS data including payroll, timekeeping, and performance management.
• Assist in bi-weekly payroll processing, deductions, taxes, and benefits.
• Provide records for audits and assist in performance reviews under HR Director guidance.
• Conduct periodic audits of personnel files for accuracy and completeness.
• Assist employees and supervisors with HR procedures and employment forms.

Skills

Payroll administration

HRIS

Microsoft Office

Attendance/punctuality

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or Business Administration

Tools

UKG payroll system

Job description

CITY OF ALABASTER

Human Resources Specialist

Annual salary: $ 24.35 - $33.70 per (based on experience)

The City of Alabaster is seeking a detail-oriented professional to support a broad range of HR functions, with a focus on payroll administration and performance management. Working under the direction of the HR Director, this position serves as administrative support ensuring accurate records, timely payroll processing, and responsive service to employees and City leadership while maintaining confidential information.

General Duties

• Provides comprehensive human resources support including payroll, talent acquisition, onboarding, employee relations, compensation, classification, and performance management.
• Maintains accurate electronic and paper personnel files, records, and documentation for full life cycle of employee.
• Enter, update, and verify information in HRIS system to include payroll, timekeeping and performance management.
• Assist in the process of bi-weekly payroll accurately and on time to includesalaries, benefits, garnishments, taxes, and other deductions.
• Provide records and documentation for audits and assist in the city performance review process under the HR Director’s direction.
• Conduct periodic audits of personnel files and records to confirm accuracy and completeness.
• Assist employees, supervisors, and City leadership with basic HR procedures, questions, and employment forms as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Degree in human resources, business administration, or a closely related field preferred with minimum three years of experience in human resources, benefits, or payroll administration required. Experience with UKG payroll system a plus. Strong Microsoft Office skills and regular, predictable attendance are essential. AAPPA or SHRM certification is strongly desired.

Why Join the City of Alabaster?

• Merit step increases and cost-of-living adjustments, as approved by the City Council
• BCBS medical insurance, with the City paying 90% of the premium
• City contribution toward retiree insurance of up to 75%, based on years of service
• Tier 1 retirement benefits for Tier 2 employees through RSA
• Out-of-zone waiver for dependents attending Alabaster City Schools
• City-paid life and AD&D insurance, City-paid vision insurance
• 13 paid holidays each year, plus vacation and sick leave

Join a team dedicated to serving the employees who serve Alabaster.