Assistant-Human Resources

Assistant-Human Resources

Salary

$55,180.00 - $66,831.00 Annually

Location

St. Clair County, IL

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

202400185

Department

Human Resources

Opening Date

06/26/2026

Closing Date

7/31/2026 11:59 PM Central

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Description

The Human Resources Department is seeking a detail-oriented and customer-focused Benefits and Payroll Specialist to administer payroll-related benefits, retirement programs, insurance benefits, and employee wage deductions.

Examples of Duties

• Administer payroll and payroll deductions.
• Process IMRF enrollments, disability claims, life insurance, and VAC accounts.
• Manage manual insurance premium payments for employees on leave.
• Administer AD&D and Supplemental Life Insurance (SLIP) programs.
• Assist employees and beneficiaries with death claims.
• Process garnishments and wage deductions in compliance with applicable laws.
• Serve as a resource for employees regarding benefits and payroll matters.

Typical Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Associates degree preferred.
• Minimum of three years of payroll, benefits, or human resources experience.
• Experience with retirement systems and employee insurance programs preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

Supplemental Information

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Retirement benefits through IMRF
• Paid time off and holidays
• Opportunity to serve employees and the community in a professional public-sector environment

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply online and submit all required application materials by the posted deadline.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees, including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

Part-time employees will receive one hour of paid time off for every 40 hours worked for up to a minimum of 40 hours per year.

For more details, see our benefits package, list of current holidays, and vacation and sick leave accrual.

01

Are you a United States Citizen?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have a High School diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

03

Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed?

• High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (GED)
• Associates degree
• Bachelors degree
• Masters degree
• Professional degree
• Doctorate degree

04

Are you at least 18 years of age?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you have at least 3 years of progressively responsible experience in payroll, benefits administration, or human resources?

• Yes
• No

06

How many years of professional experience do you have?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year but less than 2 years
• 2 years but less than 3 years
• 3 or more years

07

A position with St. Clair County has a residency requirement that you reside within St. Clair County (IL). Do you currently reside in St. Clair County, Illinois?

• Yes
• No

08

Do you have a valid drivers license?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer St. Clair County (IL)

Phone 618-285-2260