Office Administrator

SOUTHERN DIRECTIONAL INC; Alabaster (AL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A utility construction company is seeking an Office Administrator in Alabaster, AL, to support payroll, recruiting, onboarding, and day-to-day office operations. The ideal candidate should have over 2 years of relevant experience, be detail-oriented, and proficient in Microsoft Office applications. Responsibilities include processing payroll for around 70 employees, maintaining HR documentation, and providing administrative support. This position is fully on-site, requiring strong organizational skills and professional communication.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of administrative, HR, or payroll experience preferred.
• Basic understanding of payroll processes.
• Strong organization and attention to detail required.
• Professional communication and discretion are important.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly payroll for approximately 70 employees.
• Maintain employee records and HR documentation.
• Assist with benefits administration.
• Manage onboarding paperwork and background checks.
• Conduct initial candidate phone screens.
• Manage calendars and meeting coordination.
• Support leadership with administrative needs.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Professional communication

Microsoft Office proficiency

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Office Administrator (HR & Payroll Support)

About Southern Directional

Southern Directional is an underground utility construction company based in Alabaster, Alabama specializing in pipeline and directional drilling.

The company operates with a strong people-first culture built around four core values:

• Family
• Do The Right Thing
• Ownership Mentality

Southern Directional is employee-owned through an ESOP and continues investing in its people, systems, and long-term growth.

Role Overview

Southern Directional is hiring an Office Administrator to support payroll, recruiting, onboarding, and day-to-day office operations.

This role helps ensure payroll, employee documentation, and administrative processes run smoothly. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable handling a variety of responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll & HR Administration

• Process weekly payroll for approximately 70 employees
• Maintain employee records and HR documentation
• Assist with benefits administration
• Manage onboarding paperwork, background checks, and drug screenings
• Conduct initial candidate phone screens

Administrative Support

• Manage calendars and meeting coordination
• Support leadership with administrative needs
• Assist with office logistics and special projects

Qualifications

• 2+ years of administrative, HR, or payroll experience preferred
• Basic understanding of payroll processes
• Strong organization and attention to detail
• Professional communication and discretion
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

📍 Location: Alabaster, AL (fully on-site)