Goshen College seeks a .75 FTE (30 hours/week) Payroll and Benefits Specialist. Primary responsibilities include processing semi-monthly staff and faculty payroll in a timely and accurate manner, administering and coordinating work time in the Human Resources Office with an emphasis on payroll/HR workflow, payroll and benefit-related data entry, new hire set-up, and administrative support.

Maintain confidentiality of Human Resources and Payroll records and information including employee personal information when performing the following duties:

• Processing payroll semi-monthly, checking for accuracy of time cards and final pay numbers
• Accurate preparation and remittance of retirement fund payments with each payroll
• Communicating with benefit vendors – process and terminate benefits for employee selections as needed
• Process department invoices for payment
• Input HR information accurately into HRIS database and other systems/databases as applicable
• New employee setup – I-9 verification, position setup, computer account requests, benefit enrollment, and onboarding preparation
• Coordinate new employee orientations
• Enter and track required training for Goshen College employees
• Answer phone and respond to inquiries, direct calls to appropriate individuals, take and relay messages, and maintain communication between the College Community and HR Department
• Maintain general office management functions – opening and distributing mail, verification of employment, paying bills, scheduling meetings, perform routine clerical functions such as data entry, department filing, photocopying, scanning, greeting visitors, etc.
• Assist with Human Resources projects, such as massage day, wellness screenings, benefits fair, trainings, etc.
• Oversee maintenance of employee files to comply with college and legal standards.

Associate’s Degree or equivalent experience; prefer at least one year of HR or payroll experience and 3 years in clerical or administrative assistant role required.

Experience in accounts payable/receivable strongly preferred. Experience with Jenzabar/HRIS system and ADP is preferred. Fluency with standard software programs in a windows environment required.

Goshen College is an affordable, nationally-ranked Christian liberal arts college in Northern Indiana known for leadership in intercultural and international education, sustainability and social justice. The college offers bachelor’s degrees in more than 65 areas of study, as well as select graduate degrees. Goshen enrolls approximately 950 students from 35 states and 23 countries and is recognized for its innovative, life-changing study abroad program (Study-Service Term) and exceptional educational value. The 135-acre tree-filled campus features a world-class Music Center and a Rec-Fitness Center for 14 intercollegiate athletic teams. The extended campus includes a 1,189-acre natural sanctuary (the Merry Lea Environmental Learning Center near Wolf Lake, Ind.) and a marine biology lab in the Florida Keys. Rooted in the historically peaceful Mennonite church and established in 1894, the college’s Christ-centered mission produces passionate learners, compassionate peacemakers, global citizens and servant leaders. The college’s doors are open to all, with students from 40 different Christian denominations and several world religions. Experiential learning, faculty mentors and strong friendships are significant community strengths for students.

The college is located in the heart of Elkhart County in Northern Indiana, just a couple of hours from Chicago, Indianapolis and Detroit. Goshen was named the 2017 Indiana Community of the Year by the Indiana Chamber of Commerce for its amazing arts and entertainment, food scene, recreational opportunities, outstanding schools, affordable living, cultural diversity and entrepreneurial spirit. Learn more at goodofgoshen.com.

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Please be sure to provide all required materials noted below, as incomplete applications may not be considered. Application materials may be attached to the Staff Information Form or sent electronically to hr@goshen.edu.

Required:

• Complete and submit the online Staff Application Form
• Cover Letter
• Résumé
• List of three professional references with contact information

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Goshen College is an equal opportunity employer, committed to enhancing diversity across the institution. Goshen College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or any legally protected status. To protect the welfare and provide for the safety of the students, employees, visitors and resources of Goshen College, background checks are conducted by the Office of Human Resources on all new and re-hired employees.

Human Resources
Goshen College
1700 S. Main Street
Goshen, IN 46526-4795

E-mail: hr@goshen.edu
Telephone: (574) 535-7111