Join Maine Savings as an HR/Payroll Specialist at our Hampden location! 

This role is primarily responsible for assisting with payroll processing, benefits administration, as well as onboard administrative related tasks. 

What You'll Do: 

• Responsible for supporting the HR strategy including employee relations, payroll, compensation, recruitment, turnover/retention and benefits for Maine Savings FCU.
• Maintains records, updates, and changes of benefits information; provides assistance to internal members, answers questions, and serves as an information resource. 
• Conducts payroll functions, to include submitting payroll, reporting, and reconciliation activities in conjunction with or in the absence of the Payroll Administrator. 
• Maintains compliance with all state and federal wage, labor, and leave laws; and assists in the education of staff regarding HR policies and procedures. 
• Responds to inquiries concerning employees' payroll deductions, leave accruals, hours, wage garnishments and other related topics; assists with resolution of related problems; troubleshoots errors and assists supervisors with technical matters.
• Assists in the development of standard reports for on-going HR business needs; assists in the development and maintenance of procedure manuals and process documents.
• Assists with development of new and conducts updates to existing job descriptions. 
• Conducts and coordinates new hire on-boarding administrative tasks such as data entry and background checks. Processes employee changes (to include position, title, reporting structure, benefits, and compensation). 

This role may allow for hybrid remote working environment after successfully completing the training period. 
 

Experience/Education:

• SHRM-CP or PHR preferred
• A minimum of one year of related experience required, three+ years preferred.
• At least one year of payroll processing and benefits experience required; multi-state payroll processing experience is preferred. Experience with HR Information Systems is required; Paylocity preferred
• Strong understanding of HR processes, data and best practices including payroll laws, calculations, year-end requirements.
• Experience with 401(k), workers compensation, leave administration and benefits administration is preferred.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply federal and state employment regulations.

More about Maine Savings: Maine Savings offers an excellent compensation package as well as the opportunity to thrive in a challenging, fun, and exciting environment. Maine Savings also offers health insurance, dental and vision insurance, 401k with company match, paid holidays, a generous Paid Time Off program, employee referral program, employee discounts, continuing education and student debt relief programs, longevity bonuses and more!  Maine Savings is a growing modern financial institution offering members a full range of financial services. With over 42,000 members and over $845,000,000 in assets, Maine Savings is among Maine’s largest credit unions. With 12 branches, nearly 175 employees, and state-of-the-art technology, Maine Savings is committed to providing its members in-person service and modern conveniences. Founded in 1961 by employees of the Bangor and Aroostook Railroad Company, Maine Savings continues to serve its membership as a federally insured not-for-profit credit union.  

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. 

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