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At Compass, EVERYONE DESERVES A HOME.
Why Compass? Working for Compass is a way to make real, positive change in people’s lives.
Compass Housing Alliance believes that everyone deserves stability, growth, and community and that can only be fulfilled when everyone has safe, affordable housing. Whether we work in direct service or in support of the mission in administration and operations, we’re all seeking to better our community. We’re looking to welcome people to our team that are passionate, skilled, and enjoy a little light-heartedness in their work environment. We recognize the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to the organization and consider the diversity of staff, guests, residents, and community partners to be an important asset.
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION: Compass Housing Alliance develops and provides essential services and affordable housing for individuals and families experiencing housing instability in the greater Puget Sound region. We envision a world in which every person lives in a safe and caring community. Compass offers an open, supportive, and challenging work environment committed to promoting the dignity and well-being of each person that we serve. We consider the diversity of the staff, guests, residents, and community partners to be an important asset. We recognize the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to the organization. Compass is proud to be an affiliate agency of Lutheran Community Services Northwest (LCSNW). LCSNW partners with individuals, families and communities for health, justice and hope by providing support services in key areas such as behavioral health, child welfare, refugees, and support to aging adults and people with disabilities to live independent lives. To learn more about the agency visit www.compasshousingalliance.org.
ABOUT THE POSITION: The Payroll Specialist is an important link to ensure quality services both internally and externally. This position is responsible for processing accurate and timely payroll information, reviewing and performing payroll audits, and serving as a point of contact for questions about payment policies and procedures. The Specialist ensures positive employee relations through proactive problem solving, with a focus on customer service, and on-going process improvement. The Specialist liaises with Human Resources, IT, managers, union representatives, and other departments to ensure quality, timely, and accurate reporting, and documentation.
· At least 2-years of experience working in a position with payroll processing responsibilities, with emphasis on quality customer service, required.
· At least 2-years of data entry experience, ideally with proficiency and accuracy concerning high volumes of data, required.
· Experience working in databases (HRIS and/or ATS) such as Oracle Taleo, Abila MIP, or Paylocity, desired.
· Awareness and/or training around issues of equity, intersectionality, and belonging, desired.
· Familiarity with topics of housing instability, mental health, substance use, sexual assault, and/or domestic violence. Experience working in an environment where language may be a barrier, desired.
· Valid WA driver’s license, proof of car insurance, and a driving record that meets Compass standards, required.
· Work experience is a key factor for success in this role. In addition, success in this role requires a passion for knowledge and drive for continuing professional development or education. A degree or certification in finance, business, public administration, human resources, or related field would be a complement to the required experience.