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Your Home Port. The Premier Community on the Great Lakes.
Port Washington is known for offering “a touch of New England charm combined with Midwestern friendliness” and has been named by Midwest Living to their Top 100 Best Midwest Small Town Getaways. Port Washington, today, is a tourist destination with a vibrant downtown and community events.
The City’s population is 12,353 resides within seven square miles including 1.5 square miles of waterfront. The City provides full-city services including Library, Public Safety (Police, Fire, EMS), Engineering, Public Works, Water and Sewer utilities, Building Inspections, Community Development, Parks and Recreation, Marina, Senior Center, Library, Finance, Clerk and Administration. We are a welcoming destination for living, working, and visiting that – combined with our core values of accountability, innovation, trust, industriousness, and friendship – create an environment with opportunities to make a positive impact for our community.
THE ROLE
Reporting directly to the Assistant City Administrator/HR Director, the Admin Assistant, HR & Finance is responsible for assisting the Administration Department’s Directors with various day-to-day HR and Accounting work. The person in this role will help facilitate the recruitment process, coordinate employee benefits programs, and oversee the City’s safety program. Additionally, this individual will assist the Finance team with reconciling daily cash entries, perform billing functions, and maintain/audit financial records.
- Assist with the management of the talent acquisition process for hourly, non-exempt roles.
- Support the development and design of onboarding, training, safety, and development programs to improve individual and organizational performance.
- Maintain an accurate file maintenance system; correctly file employee paperwork and purge documentation in accordance with all applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations.
- Produce content for print and web that drives employee brand recognition, informs and engages employees, and communicates relevant updates on City decisions.
- Assists with the timely and accurate processing of payroll to include taxation and compliance, salary deferrals and deductions, variable payments, withholding orders and garnishments, and payroll account reconciliations.
- Performs general accounts payable and cashiering duties to include entering invoices, printing checks, replenishment petty cash, and preparing bank deposits.
QUALIFICATIONS
What does it take to succeed in this role? We’re looking for a motivated individual with excellent attention to detail and the ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality. You should also have:
- Associates degree in Human Resources, Accounting, or Administration or equivalent experience
- Two (2) or more years of human resources or municipal finance experience
- Strong project management and organizational skills
- Valid Wisconsin driver’s license is required
- Previous experience with HRIS or ATS systems is preferred
WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER
The City of Port Washington offers an excellent benefits package, including inclusion in the state WRS pension plan, and ample opportunities for professional development. The starting salary range is $45,490.00 to $57,565.00 per year dependent on experience and qualifications.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $45,490.00 – $57,565.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: One location
