Payroll Specialist

ABOUT THE POSITION: The Payroll Specialist is an important link to ensure quality services both internally and externally. This position is responsible for processing accurate and timely payroll information, reviewing and performing payroll audits, and serving as a point of contact for questions about payment policies and procedures. The Specialist ensures positive employee relations through proactive problem solving, with a focus on customer service, and on-going process improvement. The Specialist liaises with Human Resources, IT, managers, union representatives, and other departments to ensure quality, timely, and accurate reporting, and documentation.

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION: Compass Housing Alliance develops and provides essential services and affordable housing for individuals and families experiencing housing instability in the greater Puget Sound region. We envision a world in which every person lives in a safe and caring community. Compass offers an open, supportive, and challenging work environment committed to promoting the dignity and well-being of each person that we serve. We consider the diversity of the staff, guests, residents, and community partners to be an important asset. We recognize the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to the organization. Compass is proud to be an affiliate agency of Lutheran Community Services Northwest (LCSNW). LCSNW partners with individuals, families and communities for health, justice and hope by providing support services in key areas such as behavioral health, child welfare, refugees, and support to aging adults and people with disabilities to live independent lives. To learn more about the agency visit www.compasshousingalliance.org.

LOCATION: South Lake Union Neighborhood (Seattle, WA)
**This position offers a location hybrid model with at-home and in-office days
REPORTS TO: Director of Human Resources
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm (with some flexibility to adjust)
SALARY RANGE: $25.00-29.00 per hour DOE
FULL-TIME BENEFITS PACKAGE INCLUDES: Unlimited Orca Transportation Pass, Medical/Prescription/Vision, Dental, $500 Health Flexible Spending Account 4 Weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO) & 11 Paid Holidays, Retirement Plan, Employee Assistance Program.

QUALIFICATIONS
• At least 2-years of experience working in a position with payroll processing responsibilities, with emphasis on quality customer service, required.
• At least 2-years of data entry experience, ideally with proficiency and accuracy concerning high volumes of data, required.
• Experience working in databases (HRIS and/or ATS) such as Oracle Taleo, Abila MIP, or Paylocity, desired.
• Awareness and/or training around issues of equity, intersectionality, and belonging, desired.
• Familiarity with topics of housing instability, mental health, substance use, sexual assault, and/or domestic violence. Experience working in an environment where language may be a barrier, desired.
• Valid WA driver’s license, proof of car insurance, and a driving record that meets Compass standards, required.
• Work experience is a key factor for success in this role. In addition, success in this role requires a passion for knowledge and drive for continuing professional development or education. A degree or certification in finance, business, public administration, human resources, or related field would be a complement to the required experience.


HOW TO APPLY?
Please visit our website for more details and complete an application at https://www.compasshousingalliance.org/employment/ 

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT
Compass Housing Alliance is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity and treats all employees and applicants equally without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, citizenship, veteran or marital status, sensory, physical or mental disability and all other groups protected by law, and promotes diversity in its workforce. Compass Housing Alliance takes affirmative action to implement programs and maintain practices and policies that eliminate barriers to equal employment opportunity. Our program is available for review by employees and applicants for employment in the Human Resources Office during regular office hours.
In compliance with the ADA Amendment Act, should you have a disability that requires assistance and/or reasonable accommodation with the job application process, please contact the Human Resources department via phone at 206-474-1100 or via e-mail at HRInfo@compasshousingalliance.org.