HR and Payroll Coord

Assist with processing and distributing 40+ semi-monthly payrolls for Hometown Pharmacies. Maintain payroll records and ensure payroll data integrity, including new hires, terminations, transfers, promotions, salary changes, and employee status updates. Assist with recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and first-day orientation processes for new hires. Process involuntary deductions such as garnishments and levies and administer voluntary benefit deductions. Research and resolve employee and manager questions related to payroll, PTO, benefits, and HR-related matters while providing excellent customer service. Respond to unemployment claims, employment verification requests, and communicate with state and federal agencies as needed. Monitor payroll and HR compliance with state and federal laws and regulations. Assist with administration of employee leaves of absence, including FMLA and other applicable leave programs, while ensuring compliance and employee support. Facilitate and assist with Workers' Compensation claims and related processes. Establish and maintain employee records while ensuring confidentiality, accuracy, and timely processing of changes. Assist with drafting employee communications, HR notifications, and company announcements. Respond to and delegate HR-related inquiries and Freshdesk tickets efficiently. Assist managers and employees with performance review processes, scheduling, and documentation. Coordinate employee engagement activities, career fairs, training meetings, and company events. Maintain labor law postings and assist with HR compliance initiatives. Distribute Forms W-2 and year-end payroll documents. Provide payroll and HR data for auditors and internal reporting purposes. Create and maintain efficient procedures and policies related to payroll and human resources operations. Train and educate managers and employees on payroll, HR processes, policies, and systems. Perform background checks on potential hires and businesses. Provide backup support to other HR and payroll team members as needed. Provide excellent customer service to all employees and business partners. Non-Essential Functions of the

Job:

Other duties/responsibilities as may be assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None Supervisory Controls The level of supervisory oversight and guidance is: The position is self-directing in all essential functions. Performance standards used to measure success in the employee's performance of the functions of this job description will be determined by the supervisor. All major issues, policy changes, and recommendations are cleared first with the Human Resources Director and Payroll Manager.

Qualifications & Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Preferred Education/Experience:

Must have at least 2 years of customer service experience required At least 2 years of HR experience preferred

Skills/ Necessary Experience:

Working knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and EEO requirements. Strong computer skills with Google Suite and Microsoft Office applications such as Excel, and Word. A high level of organization and attention to detail. Ability to prioritize, manage time effectively, and handle multiple demands from a variety of internal customers. A high degree of confidentiality and discretion. Sense of urgency and ability to meet tight deadlines for scheduling task

Attributes:

Highly organized Able to prioritize your own work throughout the workday Act as a servant to the stores Communicate clearly and effectively with the stores Proactive problem solving Treat others with empathy and compassion Work collaboratively with stores

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request. See all physical/environmental sheets attached.

Provided:

Computer Software Program Basic Office Supplies Telephone Friendly and knowledgeable work environment

Expected:

To maintain and actively practice proper business ethics and follow pharmacy laws Abide by all Hometown Pharmacy Employee Standards of Conduct During the course of business, an employee holding this position may have access to customer medical records, employment files, and other information essential to our continued business success, and must be maintained in a confidential manner. Satisfactorily complete training and continuing education provided by

Hometown Pharmacies Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request. See also the physical /environmental sheet attached. Ability to sit/stand for the duration of shift Ability to work on a computer for up to 8 hours at a time Ability to lift and carry up to twenty pounds

Disclaimer:

Job Descriptions are subject to change: Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This description reflects management's assignment of essential functions, it does not proscribe or restrict tasks that may be assigned. This job description is subject to change at any time.