Responsibilities:
Payroll / Record Management
- Own and process multi-state payroll from start to finish, ensuring accuracy and timeliness each pay cycle
- Process and reconcile payroll data, resolving discrepancies in the HRIS system (UKG)
- Review tax and payroll records to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
- Serve as the primary point of contact for payroll-related questions and issues
- Compile, update, and maintain accurate employee records including compensation, benefits, tax data, performance evaluations, and termination details
- Update personnel files to reflect employment changes and ensure accurate payroll/reporting data
Recruitment & Onboarding
- Support full-cycle recruitment by posting job openings, screening applicants, and coordinating interview scheduling with department managers
- Coordinate and facilitate new hire onboarding, including orientation and initial training
Employee Relations & Performance
- Assist managers with performance management, including coaching conversations, recognition programs, disciplinary documentation, and conflict resolution
- Serve as a point of contact for routine employee relations questions, promoting a positive, respectful, and compliant workplace
- Handle and escalate employee concerns professionally and confidentially
Benefits Administration
- Ensure timely and accurate enrollment in company benefit programs
- Process benefit transactions including enrollments, terminations, and changes for health, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401(k) plans
- Reconcile monthly insurance invoices and help resolve billing discrepancies
- Gather and organize documentation to support annual benefit plan audits
- Help maintain compliance with policies and regulations related to Vacation, Sick, and FMLA leave
Additional Responsibilities
- Assist with maintaining and updating company Intranet content
- Support the company's Learning Management System (LMS), including uploading content, tracking completions, and troubleshooting access
- Help maintain required annual reporting and support internal/external audits
- Perform additional HR duties and special projects as assigned
What You Bring
Education
- High school diploma required
- Associate degree preferred
Experience & Skills
- Minimum 5 years of experience in multi-state payroll (required — this is a core function of the role)
- UKG Experience Preferred
- Proficient in MS Office Suite and Outlook, with a willingness to learn new systems
- Strong knowledge of office administrative practices and procedures
- Working knowledge of payroll and HR-related standards and regulations
- Strong prioritization and time-management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines across multiple tasks
- A collaborative, people-first approach to getting things done
Certifications (Preferred)
- CPP (Certified Payroll Professional)
Why Join Hunting Energy Services?
- Affordable, quality medical, dental, and vision benefits
- 401(k) with 6% company match after 6 months
- Competitive vacation and sick time off plan
- Collaborative, performance-driven culture
