Human Resources Specialist - Public Service Coordinator I (25-108)

Maine; Augusta (ME); On-site; Full time

Job summary

The Maine Department of Transportation is seeking a payroll team member responsible for processing payroll and HR transactions. This role involves assisting employees with payroll inquiries, ensuring compliance with laws, and may include recruitment duties. Join a supportive team with a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Paid Holidays

Vacation Leave

Sick Leave

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Retirement Contributions

Qualifications

• Solid knowledge of human resources or payroll functions.

Responsibilities

• Processing biweekly payroll and HR transactions for over 1800 employees.
• Assisting employees with pay and benefit-related matters.
• Monitoring personnel actions for compliance.

Skills

Human Resources

Payroll Functions

Education

Education or Training in HR

Job description

Location: Augusta, Maine, United States

Maine Department of Transportation

Salary: $23.53 - $33.25 per hour (Salary Schedule)

Office/Bureau: Human Resources

Location: Augusta, ME

Position Number: 02500-2396

-Anticipated Vacancy-

Opening Date: May 12, 2025

Closing Date: May 27, 2025

Job Description:

This position is part of the payroll team responsible for processing biweekly payroll and HR transactions for over 1800 MaineDOT employees.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assisting employees with pay and benefit-related matters,
• Verification related to financial institutions, unemployment, MainePERS,
• Reconciling payroll system with the state's accounting system,

This role also involves monitoring personnel actions to ensure proper documentation and compliance with laws, rules, and collective bargaining agreements. It may include assisting with recruitment, selection, and Workers' Compensation. Work is performed under general supervision.

Minimum Qualifications:

Evidence of education, training, and/or experience demonstrating solid knowledge of human resources or payroll functions.

Application Instructions:

Apply online by clicking the 'Apply for this Opening/Apply Now' button, and upload a cover letter, current resume, and applicable transcripts, licenses, or certifications.

For paper applications or questions, contact MaineDOT Human Resources at 207-624-3050 or via email at [e-mail].

Why join our team?

We support our workforce's health and wellbeing with a comprehensive benefits package, including paid holidays, vacation leave, sick leave, health and dental insurance, and retirement contributions. We foster a workplace where you can learn, grow, and succeed.

We are an Equal Opportunity employer committed to inclusivity and respect for all backgrounds. Reasonable accommodations are provided upon request.

If you're interested in applying, we encourage you to do so, even if you don't meet every listed requirement. Your unique experiences and passion are valued.

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