HR Payroll & Leaves Specialist

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Exciting Opportunity at Orange County's Credit Union

This is a hybrid work environment. Working from our headquarters in Santa Ana, CA three (3) days per week.

HR Payroll & Leaves Specialist

At Orange County's Credit Union, we value excellence, innovation, and the voices of our associates. We're proud to be recognized with the Peter Barron Stark Award for the highest associate satisfaction, reflecting our commitment to creating a workplace where people thrive.

With 86 years of experience, serving 140,000+ members, and managing $2.5+ billion in assets, we are a premier financial service provider. Our mantra, "Putting People First: Connect, Discover, Deliver & Wow!" is not just a saying—it's a way of life. When you join our team, you'll be part of a culture that prioritizes connection, innovation, and delivering exceptional service.

Generous benefits including:

• Anthem Vivity HMO & Delta Care USA Dental - Orange County's Credit Union (OCCU) covers 100% of the associates' monthly premium
• Life insurance at no cost to employee.
• 401(k) - OCCU automatically contributes 3% of the employee's earnings PLUS matches up to 5% of the employee's contribution (dollar for dollar)
• Vacation hours - 13 days per year and rolls over year to year, and increases with tenure
• Sick hours - 7 days per year and rolls over year to year
• Paid Holidays
• Annual performance merit increases
• Professional and personal development programs, including educational grants up to $1k per year, and step progression opportunities
• Annual discretionary bonus

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under general supervision, this hybrid Payroll and Leaves Specialist is responsible for accurate and timely processing of payroll and serves as the primary point of contact for associates regarding all leave of absence inquiries. Interfaces with all levels of management, staff and others in a positive and professional and confidential manner, ensuring that all aspects of the Payroll and Leaves functions are met effectively, timely and within compliance.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Responsible for end to end processing of biweekly payroll for hourly and salaried Associates including off- cycle payrolls and manual checks and ensuring accurate calculations of wages, overtime, deductions, bonuses and commissions.
• Process terminations and final payments in accordance with state guidelines.
• Work in partnership with HR leadership and Accounting teams to reconcile payroll reports and resolve discrepancies within a timely manner.
• Update and maintain accurate update payroll records including new hires, terminations, transfers and pay changes.
• Respond to Associate inquiries regarding payroll issues and provide support in a professional manner
• Act as primary point of contact for associates and leavers regarding initial leave of absence to ensure a consistent and supportive Associate experience.
• Administer and coordinate all associate leaves of absence including FMLA, CFRA, PDL, ADA, parental leave, military leave and state mandated programs.

ASSOCIATE EXPECTATIONS

• Consistently practices the Service Philosophy of “Put People First” exercising the Connect, Discover, Deliver & Wow components in every encounter with internal and external members, creating extraordinary experiences.
• Exhibits the Leaders at All Levels concept of Leading yourself, Leading Up, Leading across Teams, and Leading the Team.
• Utilize personal Strengths to contribute to the Team and the Credit Union success, and exercise awareness of, and utilizes the strengths of others.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience/ Training/ Education:

• A bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Human Resource Management or related field is preferred.
• Three to five years practical experience in Payroll, which would provide a thorough knowledge of modern office practices and procedures.

Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:

• Requires prior knowledge of principles and practices of payroll, leave of absence and/ or human resources. Prior experience with an HRIS database preferred.
• Previous experience with ADP Workforce now preferred, but not required
• Thorough understanding of state and federal Human Resources regulations, including wage and hour laws
• Demonstrated knowledge of federal and state leave laws, ADAAA, HIPAA, PHI regulations

The targeted hourly rate range is $26.73 per hour to $33.42 per hour. Final offer will be determined based on experience, education, training/certifications and specialized skills.

We perform thorough background checks and credit checks. EOE