HR Clerk (Administrative)

Job Title: HR Clerk
Location: North Platte, Nebraska
Position Type: Full-Time
Job Summary:
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as an HR Clerk. In this combined role, you will support day-to-day HR operations and payroll processing. This includes employee relations, benefits administration, record-keeping, compliance, and ensuring accurate and timely payroll management. You will play a vital role in maintaining smooth HR processes, fostering a positive workplace, and ensuring that employees are paid accurately.
The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and the ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.

Key Responsibilities:

Support HR functions such as employee onboarding, offboarding, benefits administration, and maintaining accurate employee records in the HRIS.

Administer employee benefits, including health insurance enrollment and leave management.

Act as the first point of contact for employee inquiries related to HR and payroll matters.

Process payroll accurately and timely, ensuring correct payment for regular hours, overtime, bonuses, and deductions.

Assist with recruitment tasks, such as posting job openings, scheduling interviews, and processing new hire paperwork.

Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, including FMLA, ADA, EEOC, and payroll tax regulations.

Manage payroll records, handle adjustments, and provide payroll reports for management.

Assist in organizing employee engagement activities and supporting overall HR initiatives.

Qualifications:

2+ years of experience in HR administration or a similar role and payroll processing.

Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.

Proficiency in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to handle sensitive matters confidentially.

Bilingual in English/Spanish is a plus.

Functional Requirements:

Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Strong attention to detail with the capacity to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to address issues proactively.

Capability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.

Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Good time management skills and ability to prioritize tasks effectively.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits:

Competitive wage.
Health insurance.
Paid time off and holidays.
401K with matching.
Opportunities for advancement within the company.

Equal Opportunity Employment (EOE) We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.