Payroll & Human Resources Clerk – Emmet County Road – Harbor Springs, Michigan

Payroll & Human Resources Clerk – Emmet County Road Commission – Harbor Springs, Michigan

The Emmet County Road Commission seeks a full-time Payroll & Human Resources Clerk in Harbor Springs, Michigan
. In this local governmental role, you are a key member of our Administrative team ensuring our dedicated workforce—the people who maintain and build our county’s roads and bridges—are paid accurately and supported throughout their employment. If you enjoy helping people, juggling a mix of responsibilities, and making sure the details are right, this could be a great fit for you.

• $23.00 – $27.00 per hour starting pay based on experience.
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Defined contribution retirement plan.
• Paid holidays, paid sick time, paid vacation time, and paid personal days.
• Year-round position working Monday-Thursday in the summer months;
  Monday-Friday in winter months.

• Process timecards, ensure payroll accuracy, maintain attendance and leave records, and work with employees to resolve payroll issues.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly reports, reconcile payroll numbers, and maintain employee files, databases, and W-2 records.
• Handle accounts payable and receivable, including invoices, payments, deposits, checks, W-9 collection, and 1099 preparation.
• Balance assigned accounts, assist with general accounting tasks, and support auditors during reviews.
• Process employee benefits paperwork, workers’ compensation claims, and keep policies and benefit information updated.
• Track key HR items: CDL medical cards, seniority lists, census data, and OSHA logs.
• Create spreadsheets, forms, and reports to support tracking and documentation needs.
• Complete a variety of administrative tasks including filing, document preparation, copying, ads, mail distribution, and general office upkeep.
• Help keep the administrative office clean, organized, and running smoothly.
• Provide backup to front-office as needed by greeting visitors, answering phones, etc.

• The ideal candidate has an Associate’s degree or higher in Business, Accounting or Human Resources,
  or 3+ years of hands‑on payroll and HR experience.
• Knowledge of bookkeeping, payroll processing, and general office administration is required.
• Strong customer service skills and the ability to handle difficult situations with tact, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Accurate data entry and record‑keeping skills.
• Proficiency with computers, spreadsheets, documents, internet use, and payroll‑related software.
• Ability to stay organized, manage multiple tasks, adjust to shifting priorities, and meet deadlines.