What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resources & Payroll Specialist position at State of Michigan?
Job Description
Are you passionate about payroll and HR and looking for an opportunity to make an impact in a dynamic and supportive environment? Do you thrive on problem-solving, continuous learning, and helping employees navigate payroll and HR processes? If so, the Michigan Senate is looking for a Human Resources & Payroll Specialist to join our team!
At the Michigan Senate, we believe that a great workplace starts with great people. We offer outstanding benefits, work-life balance, and professional development opportunities—all within a collaborative and mission-driven environment. This is more than just a job—it’s a chance to contribute to public service while advancing your career in payroll, human resources, and HRIS systems.
What You’ll Do
As the Human Resources & Payroll Specialist, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing while also assisting with key HR functions. Your work will directly impact 450 employees, including Senators and Senate staff, making sure they receive the support and resources they need. Key responsibilities include:
This job description is not intended as a comprehensive list of all of the duties required of this position. Additional duties may be assigned from time to time, and the listed duties are subject to change at any time, with or without notice.
STATUS: Salaried, with a standard benefit package
SALARY: $55,000 - $75,000, based on experience
GOVERNING CAUCUS: Nonpartisan
This is a non-civil service, at-will position.
Interested applicants, please submit a cover letter and resume with your application.
The Michigan Senate considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, height, weight, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status. If you are a person with a qualified disability, you may request any needed reasonable accommodation to participate in the application, testing, and/or interview process by contacting the Senate ADA Coordinator at 517-373-1675.
Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the ADA coordinator for the agency that posted this position vacancy.
Are you passionate about payroll and HR and looking for an opportunity to make an impact in a dynamic and supportive environment? Do you thrive on problem-solving, continuous learning, and helping employees navigate payroll and HR processes? If so, the Michigan Senate is looking for a Human Resources & Payroll Specialist to join our team!
At the Michigan Senate, we believe that a great workplace starts with great people. We offer outstanding benefits, work-life balance, and professional development opportunities—all within a collaborative and mission-driven environment. This is more than just a job—it’s a chance to contribute to public service while advancing your career in payroll, human resources, and HRIS systems.
What You’ll Do
As the Human Resources & Payroll Specialist, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing while also assisting with key HR functions. Your work will directly impact 450 employees, including Senators and Senate staff, making sure they receive the support and resources they need. Key responsibilities include:
- Managing Biweekly Payroll: Oversee payroll processing, maintain timekeeping records, and ensure data accuracy across multiple systems.
- HRIS & Data Management: Maintain time and absence tracking, process personnel actions, and ensure compliance with payroll policies.
- Employee Support & Problem-Solving: Serve as the go-to expert for payroll and timekeeping inquiries, assisting employees with any issues.
- Personnel & Compensation Coordination: Process salary changes, leave payouts, wage garnishments, and vendor payments.
- Process Improvement: Identify and recommend best practices for HRIS and payroll systems to enhance efficiency.
- Exceptional Benefits Package – Includes comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement savings, and more.
- Work-Life Balance – Enjoy a consistent Monday-Friday schedule with limited evening or weekend work.
- Professional Growth – Access to training, professional development, and professional growth opportunities.
- A Supportive & Collaborative Team – Work in a professional, nonpartisan environment where your contributions are valued.
- Meaningful Work – Be part of a team that supports the vital operations of the Michigan Senate.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Human Resources, Business, or a related field preferred.
- 5 years of payroll/timesheet processing experience preferred.
- Experience with State of Michigan payroll systems (SIGMA, Infor/HRMN, Workday) is a plus.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to process large amounts of data accurately.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills—you enjoy working with people and resolving issues.
- Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy.
- High level of confidentiality, professionalism, and discretion.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and HRIS/payroll software.
This job description is not intended as a comprehensive list of all of the duties required of this position. Additional duties may be assigned from time to time, and the listed duties are subject to change at any time, with or without notice.
STATUS: Salaried, with a standard benefit package
SALARY: $55,000 - $75,000, based on experience
GOVERNING CAUCUS: Nonpartisan
This is a non-civil service, at-will position.
Interested applicants, please submit a cover letter and resume with your application.
The Michigan Senate considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, height, weight, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status. If you are a person with a qualified disability, you may request any needed reasonable accommodation to participate in the application, testing, and/or interview process by contacting the Senate ADA Coordinator at 517-373-1675.
Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the ADA coordinator for the agency that posted this position vacancy.
Salary : $55,000 - $75,000
