Human Resources Generalist

HR Program Coordinator
Auditor’s Office – Morton County

POSITION SUMMARY
This position provides coordination and technical support for employee compensation, benefits administration, and related program functions within the Auditor’s Office, such as those listed below.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
This position performs a range of duties involving payroll data management, benefits coordination, reporting, and regulatory compliance, as listed below.

• Process and maintain payroll-related data, including time review, wage calculations, and deductions

• Coordinate employee benefits administration, including enrollments, changes, and vendor communication

• Prepare and complete required federal, state, and retirement reporting

• Reconcile payroll and benefit-related data and transactions

• Maintain accurate employee records and ensure data integrity across systems

• Process payments and coordinate transactions with vendors and agencies

• Respond to employee and department inquiries regarding compensation and benefits

• Support audits by preparing documentation and verifying data accuracy

• Maintain strict confidentiality of employee information

• Assist with elections, public inquiries, and other office functions as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
The following minimum qualifications are required to perform the essential functions of this position, as outlined below.

• Associate's degree

• Two years of experience in payroll, benefits administration, accounting, or related work, or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel

• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
The following qualifications are desirable and may enhance a candidate’s ability to perform the duties of this position, as listed below.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Human Resources, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a closely related field.
• Experience with payroll processing, benefits administration, or regulatory reporting

• Familiarity with accounting principles, reconciliations, and internal controls

• Experience with HRIS or financial systems

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The following describes the general work environment and conditions associated with this position, such as those listed below.
Work is performed primarily in an office setting with frequent interaction with employees and deadlines requiring a high degree of accuracy and confidentiality.

Morton County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.