Washington State Department of Labor & Industries hiring L&I Payroll and Benefits Manager in Greater Seattle Area | LinkedIn (2024)

DescriptionOur Mission: Keep Washington Safe and Working!

Our Values: Customer Focus, One L&I, Respect, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Learning and Growth, Reliability

Extra Salary InformationThe target pay range typically considered for this position is $84,372-$120,204 annually. The full pay range for this WMS Band is $78,048-$126,528 annually. Compensation decisions are determined using factors such as job-related skills, experience, and education or training. We will consider your individual qualifications, should we make you an offer of employment.

• Please note that application review starts on August 14th.

Make sure that your application is reviewed and apply today! ** We anticipate conducting interviews over the course of two weeks, August 26, 2024 through September 6, 2024.

Great agency, great opportunity! The Department of Labor & Industries (L&I), an employer of choice is announcing an exciting opportunity for a Payroll and Benefits Manager!

Reporting to the HR Initiatives and Performance Manager within the Office of Human Resources (OHR), the Payroll and Benefits Manager will oversee the day-to-day operations of a team of 19 Payroll and Benefit employees. The Payroll and Benefits program provides direct technical support to approximately 3,000 Labor and Industries Employees, their supervisors, and management team. The program transforms data from day-to-day hiring, personnel management, time and attendance, policy review and implementation, contract administration, labor relations, and other lines of business and decisions into accountable, meaningful fiscal transactions, accurate tax reporting, and benefits eligibility.

Why Work For UsThe Office of Human Resources is a strong team with a positive goal-oriented atmosphere; we have excellent resources among our division. We have flexible work schedules, a team and customer focused environment, and learning and development opportunities for your continued growth.

As our new manager, you will lead an established team of highly skilled Payroll and Benefit professionals who are known for their exceptional performance, expertise, and customer service. This group operates with strong cohesion and efficiency, thriving in an environment that values collaboration and mutual support. Joining us means becoming part of a team that works seamlessly together in a dynamic and empowered setting.

Who You AreYou have highly developed interpersonal skills, enjoy making meaningful connections, are approachable, listen authentically, and value diverse perspectives.

You enjoy logically integrating various ideas, intentions, and information to form effective goals and action plans.

You have a good grasp of financial concepts and enjoy managing and analyzing numerical data.

You are forward thinking and have a passion for process improvement. You enjoy collaborating with your team to support current processes, and create new processes where none exist.

You have a growth mindset and support your teams independence and ideas.

If that is you, we encourage you to apply to be a part of our team!

DutiesSome Of What You’ll Do

• Plan, organize, direct and administer payroll and benefits programs for all 3,000+ L&I employees across 20 different services locations and headquarters.
• Coordinate communication and outreach to employees and supervisors on current news and recurring issues affecting their pay and the administration of the leave program and other benefits.
• Evaluate legislation, both local and federal, for impact to human resource and payroll business processes and any fiscal, payroll or benefits expenditures.
• Direct or advise the design and implementation of standardized business processes in direct support of customer needs.
• Coordinate with OHR Information Technology support and Payroll/Personnel Program to evaluate and mitigate system and business impact of disruptive events and ensure business continuity.
• Develop payroll support system business processes, reporting, and interfaces with other agency support systems and statewide financial systems.
• Review and approve financial transactions for the payroll run as well as payments and transfers related to leave, garnishments, transfers, benefits administration, retirement invoicing, tax and industrial insurance payments & reporting, salary overpayment recoupment, deceased employee payments, and administration of out-of-state taxes.
• Review, evaluate and design internal control systems supporting accountable handling and safeguarding of agency assets.
• Lead, organize, and control unit standard work and business processes.
• Ensure L&I is in compliance with all Federal Laws related to the employment verification process form I-9.
• Establish standard service guidelines, model service standards and core competencies, and provide timely appraisal and development opportunities.

QualificationsRequired:

• Four (4) years of professional experience in Accounting, Business Management, Public Administration, Human Resources or related field OR a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Management, Public Administration, Human Resources or closely related field, which includes 18 quarter or 12 semester hours in accounting, auditing or budgeting.
• AND Three (3) years’ experience consulting, leading, coaching and mentoring and providing direction and correction when required.
• This experience can be gained concurrently with the Accounting, Business Management, Public Administration, or Human Resources education/experience requirement below.
• Expert level experience and knowledge in payroll administration.
• Strong communication skills; ability to adapt to wide varied audiences in both spoken word and in writing.
• Detailed knowledge of Human Resource and Payroll Federal and State Laws, rules, guidelines, and best practices.

Desired:

• Two (2) years of experience supervising a team of subordinate staff.
• Two (2) years or more experience working with the State Administrative Accounting Manual (SAAM); Human Resource Management System (SAP); Agency Financial Reporting System (AFRS); and balancing of the 035 account.

Supplemental InformationThings you need to knowTo help you maintain a proper work-life balance, teleworking is one of the work schedule options for this position. L&I also offers flexible custom work schedules.

State employees who meet the qualifications will become eligible for a generous retirement package at the end of the employee’s career. Click on the “Benefits” tab to learn more.

At L&I, your voice matters. In addition, L&I is a diverse state agency dedicated to the safety and health and security of Washington's 3.3 million workers. Take a look at this brief video and learn more about why L&I is an employer of choice.

For this position, telework is permitted part time and dependent upon business needs. There is an expectation to report to the office at least once a week. The assigned duty station for this position is Tumwater, Washington.

For positions where in-office work is necessary, the frequency of telework will be discussed with the supervisor of the position at the time of offer.

To receive more information on opportunities at L&I sign up for GovDelivery and select L&I job alerts.Application processWe will contact the top candidates directly to interview for this position. Because we base the selection on information provided by you, it is in your best interest to identify the knowledge, skills, and abilities that address the required and desirable qualifications described in the announcement.

Please Include The Following Documents With Your Application

• A cover letter describing specific qualifications.
• A current resume detailing applicable experience and education.
• A list of at least three professional references with current telephone numbers.

Please do not attach or place any medical information (vaccination status included) within the application, resume, or cover letter. If you do, we will have to reject your application to safeguard others from receiving your confidential information. You will have to remove the confidential information before you can apply again.

Background Check NoticePrior to a placement in this position, a background check, including criminal history record will be conducted. Information from your background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining your eligibility to perform the requirements of the position.

Other Information

• For positions requiring travel, you must have a valid unrestricted driver's license and have insurance if driving a privately owned vehicle on state business.
• This position is represented bytheWashington Federation of State Employees (WFSE).
• Candidates who are offered a job with L&I must possess work authorization that does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa now or in the future.
• The Department of Labor & Industries complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements of the federal employment eligibility verification form, I-9. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements of that form on the first day of employment.
• Please note: L&I may use this announcement to fill multiple permanent and/or non-permanent positions.

Did You Know?Washington is America's Top State to live, play, and work, according to U.S. News (2021). Join the L&I team and enjoy all the Evergreen State has to offer.

In addition to offering a positive balance between life and work, L&I provides one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation. We also believe your voice matters. We value our employees and their work-life balance by encouraging flexible schedules. L&I is a diverse state agency dedicated to the safety and health and security of Washington's 3 million workers.

Veterans PreferenceApplicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference should attach to their application a copy of their DD-214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22, or signed verification of service letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs. Please blackout any personally identifiable data such as Social Security numbers. For further information, contact L&I’s Jobs@lni.wa.gov .

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion EmployerL&I employees come from all walks of life. We strive to hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

We believe in the importance of recognizing the value each of us contribute to the success of the agency mission. Having a diverse workforce is this agency’s greatest resource of strength and knowledge. It is through the combination of talents and abilities that we can pursue finding effective measures to provide the best customer service. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace for everyone and we strongly mean everyone.

The State of Washington is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with a disability who need accommodation in the application process or testing process, or those needing this announcement in an alternative format, may call 360-902-5700. TTY users should first call 711 to access the Washington Relay Service.

You are welcome to include the name and pronoun you would like to be referred to in your materials and we will honor this as you interact with our award-winning diverse and inclusive organization.

For more InformationIf you have any questions regarding this job posting, program, or the agency, please contact Jennifer Nuño at Jobs@lni.wa.gov .