Payroll Coordinator

Payroll Coordinator Position Title - Payroll Coordinator FLSA - Non-Exempt FT/PT - Full Time Hours Per Week - 37.5 Work Schedule - Monday-Friday Grade - 10 Compensation Range - $24.61-32.32 hourly The posted salary range reflects the anticipated hiring range for this position. Actual starting salary will be based on qualifications, relevant experience, and internal equity considerations. Summary - The Payroll Coordinator oversees and coordinates payroll operations, ensuring accurate and timely processing of all payrolls. This position is responsible for compliance with applicable laws, operating as a subject matter expert for payroll staff, preparing reports, and collaborating with HR and Finance to ensure seamless payroll administration. Essential Role Responsibilities - - Coordinate and oversee the processing of semi-monthly payrolls for all employees.- Review and approve payroll data to ensure accuracy and compliance.- Provides guidance to payroll staff, providing training, support, and performance feedback.- Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to resolve payroll discrepancies.- Prepare and distribute payroll-related reports for management.- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.- Manage payroll system upgrades, testing, and process improvements.- Support audits, reconciliations, and year-end reporting.-Garnishment administration (child support, tax levies, etc.)-Employee payroll support and issue resolution.-Support with payroll tax, retirement, bank reconciliation activities, and review of payroll-related balances. Minimum Education Required - Bachelor's degree Experience Required - - Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or related field required.- 35 years of payroll experience, with at least 1 year in a supervisory or lead role.- Proficiency with payroll systems and Microsoft Office applications.- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.- 2 years of Payroll experience with Colleague or similar Ellucian Products preferred. Minimum and Preferred Qualifications Physical Demand Summary - Office environment Supervisory Position? - No Division - Finance Department - Finance Posting Detail Information Posting Number - B670P Number of Vacancies - 1 Best Consideration Date Job Open Date - 09/17/2026 Job Close Date Continuous Recruitment? - No Job Category - Staff Benefits Summary - Howard Community College offers competitive salaries, excellent medical and dental selections, tuition reimbursement and paid leave programs. As a participating member of the Maryland Retirement and Pension System,HCCoffers two retirement options: The Pension, which requires a 7% employee contribution and TheORP, a 403(b) with a 7.25% employer contribution only. Employees in positions that do not require a bachelor's degree must participate in The Pension. Employees that possess a bachelor's degree and hold professional positions that require a bachelor's degree may choose to participate in either The Pension or TheORP. Applicant Instructions - *Pre-employment criminal background investigation is a condition of employment.HCCis interested in all qualified applicants who are eligible to work in the United States. However,HCCwill generally not sponsor applicants for work visas. Due toHCCpolicy, only employees living in states contiguous to Maryland are eligible for work atHCCand include Virginia, West Virginia, Washington DC, Pennsylvania. Candidates must live in the commutable area or willing to relocate at their own expense if offered the position becauseHCCdoes not offer relocation benefits.Please complete the entireHCCEmployment Application (Candidates will be evaluated on completing the college's application in full). EEO Statement - Howard Community College (HCC) is an Equal Employment Opportunity & Affirmative Action employer & values diversity within its faculty, staff & student population. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.HCCunderstands that persons with specific disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and/or with the interview process. For confidential assistance with the job application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io. Documents Needed to Apply Required Documents Resume Optional Documents Cover Letter