Job Title: Payroll/HR Specialist

Employee Type: Full Time Hourly Non-Exempt

Reports to: Human Resources Leader

Schedule: Monday-Friday Overtime on Evenings and weekends if needed

Location: St. Louis

About the Company

O6 Env excels in developing comprehensive, client-centric strategies by leveraging state of the art technologies and sustainable methodologies, we commit to aligning with our clients financial and environmental goals. O6 Environmental specializes in environmental remediation, comprehensive waste management, industrial cleaning services, and demolition. Operating nationwide with over thirty-five years of industry expertise. We cater to the private, state, and federal sectors, demonstrating unparalleled professionalism and excellence in these core areas.

Summary

Do you love helping people? Do you have a knack for Human Resources, Data and Analytics? Do you want to be part of a fast-growing company? O6 Environmental is currently seeking a highly motivated Payroll/Human Resource Specialist. This is a new position and will assist in the transition of implementing an HRIS/Payroll system for all three of our divisions. In addition, assisting the HR Leader with creating, developing, and implementing other foundational HR functions. Our divisions include O6 Environmental, Remediation Services, and Illini Environmental. We are a company that has doubled in size and will continue to add to our team rapidly as we develop a footprint across the nation.

Duties/Responsibilities

Qualifications

• Be the Subject Matter Expert in processing payroll for all divisions.

• Assist in managing all benefits, payroll processing, HRIS data analytics, payroll reporting including but not limited to; Garnishment, benefit plan obligations and other required reporting

• Download of payroll transactions processed by 3rd party

• Prepare Certified Payroll as applicable

• Maintains accurate and up-to-date human resource files, records, and documentation.

• Answers frequently asked questions from applicants and employees relative to standard policies, benefits, hiring processes, etc.; refers more complex questions to appropriate senior-level HR staff or management.

• Maintains the integrity and confidentiality of human resource files and records.

• Performs periodic audits of HR files and records to ensure that all required documents are collected and filed appropriately.

• Provides clerical support for HR department.

• · Responsible for maximizing efficiencies in the HRIS system and preserving data integrity.

• · Serves as the HRIS subject matter expert and primary point of contact for system-related questions, issues i.e HRIS, payroll, benefits, etc.

• Responsible for assistance in processing payroll for all 3 entities.

• Acts as a liaison between the organization and external benefits providers and vendors, which may include health, disability, and retirement plan providers.

• Coordinate new employee onboarding, including orientation sessions and paperwork completion.

• Assists with planning and execution of special events such as benefits enrollment, organizational-wide meetings, employee recognition events, holiday parties, and retirement celebrations.

• Responsible for tracking employees employed through a temp service, as well as organizing start dates, tracking hours, etc.

• Creating disciplinary documents in alignment with the Head of HR.

• Assist in the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures

• Assisting with worker's comp cases, FMLA and other leaves of absences

• Assists HR Leader with routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to compensation, benefits, and leave; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; and training and development.

• Assists in recruiting, interviews, and helps facilitate the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions; collaborates with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Solid problem-solving and team management abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations and payroll processing
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization's HRIS and talent management systems.
• Good understanding of full recruitment process

Education and Experience

• Associates/Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 2+ years of proven experience in a similar role
• 2+ years of payroll experience required
• Experience in multi-state business is a plus

Physical/Environment Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization's facilities.

What to Expect

A work environment that enables people to do their best work, gain new skills, advance their careers, and be their best selves.

What We Offer

• · Team Environment
• · Flexible Schedule
• · Competitive Salary
• · 100% Company Paid Employee Health
• · Voluntary options such as Dental, Vision and worksite coverages
• · 401 (K) with Safe Harbor contribution
• · Paid Time Off

O6 Environmental is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status.