Fast Facts

Join Instructional Empowerment as a Benefits and Payroll Specialist in Blairsville, PA, where you'll manage HR functions including payroll and benefits with a mission to eradicate generational poverty through education.

Responsibilities: Manage employee benefits programs, oversee payroll processing, facilitate onboarding and offboarding, and maintain personnel records compliance.

Skills: Proficiency in HRIS systems, Microsoft Office, strong customer service, and collaboration skills.

Qualifications: Associate or bachelor’s degree in HR or related field, 2–5 years of HR operations experience; preferred experience with payroll platforms like UKG, BambooHR, or WorkDay, and PHR or SHRM certification.

Location: Blairsville, Pennsylvania, Hybrid position

Compensation: $50000 - $55000 / Annually

Join Our Mission-Driven Team as a Benefits and Payroll Specialist - Blairsville, PA

Are you passionate about making a difference through your work? At Instructional Empowerment, we are on a mission to eradicate generational poverty through education. Our vision-driven organization prioritizes professionalism, integrity, and collaboration as we strive to create lasting impact.

As a Benefits and Payroll Specialist, you’ll play a vital role in enhancing the efficiency and scalability of our Organizational Development and People Systems (ODPS) department. Reporting directly to the Executive Director of ODPS, this is your opportunity to contribute to an innovative organization that values excellence and employee well-being.

What You’ll Do

In this dynamic role, you’ll oversee key HR functions, including payroll, benefits, onboarding/offboarding, and personnel records management. Here’s a glimpse of your responsibilities:

• Benefits Administration: Manage comprehensive employee benefits programs (health, dental, vision, disability, 401(k), etc.), ensuring compliance and excellent communication with employees.
• Payroll Management: Accurately process payroll and maintain compliance with tax laws, supporting audits and resolving employee inquiries.
• Onboarding Excellence: Facilitate seamless new hire integration by managing documentation, introducing policies, and collaborating with managers.
• Offboarding Support: Guide departing employees through the exit process, finalizing benefits and payroll while maintaining compliance.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking a detail-oriented, proactive professional with a passion for HR. Our ideal candidate will have:

• Required:
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in HR or a related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in HR operations.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong customer service skills and the ability to collaborate across teams.
• Preferred:
• Experience with payroll platforms like UKG, BambooHR, or WorkDay.
• PHR or SHRM certification.

Why You’ll Love Working with Us

We take care of our team just as much as we take care of our mission. Enjoy:

• 100% paid medical, dental, vision, LTD, STD, and life insurance for you and your dependents.
• Generous time off: 15 days of PTO, 8 paid holidays, and 2 floating holidays.
• A 401(k) plan with a 4% company match.
• Comprehensive onboarding to set you up for success in your new role.

Location & Work Schedule

• Hybrid position based in Blairsville, Pennsylvania.
• Full-time, Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. EST, with occasional evening/weekend needs.
• Salary Range - $50,000 - $55,000

Ready to Empower?

If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact and grow your career with a team dedicated to transforming lives through education, apply today! Let’s work together to shape a brighter future.