Payroll Coordinator

Position Details

Position Information

About Us

Howard Community College (HCC) is an exciting place to work, learn, and grow! We are proud to have received the Great Colleges to Work For honor for 12 consecutive years, 2009-2020.

Howard Community College values diversity among its faculty, staff and student population. We are an innovative institution that is committed to responding to the ever-changing needs and interests of a diverse and dynamic community. No matter where you want to go in your career, you can get there from here!

Position Title Payroll Coordinator FLSA Non-Exempt FT/PT Full Time Hours Per Week 37.5 Work Schedule Monday-Friday Grade 10 Compensation Range $24.61-32.32 hourly The posted salary range reflects the anticipated hiring range for this position. Actual starting salary will be based on qualifications, relevant experience, and internal equity considerations. Summary

The Payroll Coordinator oversees and coordinates payroll operations, ensuring accurate and timely processing of all payrolls. This position is responsible for compliance with applicable laws, operating as a subject matter expert for payroll staff, preparing reports, and collaborating with HR and Finance to ensure seamless payroll administration.

Essential Role Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee the processing of semi-monthly payrolls for all employees.
• Review and approve payroll data to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Provides guidance to payroll staff, providing training, support, and performance feedback.
• Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to resolve payroll discrepancies.
• Prepare and distribute payroll-related reports for management.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
• Manage payroll system upgrades, testing, and process improvements.
• Support audits, reconciliations, and year-end reporting.
• Garnishment administration (child support, tax levies, etc.)
• Employee payroll support and issue resolution.
• Support with payroll tax, retirement, bank reconciliation activities, and review of payroll-related balances.

Minimum Education Required Bachelor's degree Experience Required

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or related field required.
• 3-5 years of payroll experience, with at least 1 year in a supervisory or lead role.
• Proficiency with payroll systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• 2 years of Payroll experience with Colleague or similar Ellucian Products preferred.

Minimum and Preferred Qualifications Physical Demand Summary

Office environment

Supervisory Position? No Division Finance Department Finance

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number B670P Number of Vacancies 1 Best Consideration Date 08/24/2026 Job Open Date 08/05/2026 Job Close Date Continuous Recruitment? No Job Category Staff Benefits Summary

Howard Community College offers competitive salaries, excellent medical and dental selections, tuition reimbursement and paid leave programs. As a participating member of the Maryland Retirement and Pension System, HCC offers two retirement options: The Pension, which requires a 7% employee contribution and The ORP, a 403(b) with a 7.25% employer contribution only. Employees in positions that do not require a bachelor's degree must participate in The Pension. Employees that possess a bachelor's degree and hold professional positions that require a bachelor's degree may choose to participate in either The Pension or The ORP.

Applicant Instructions

• Pre-employment criminal background investigation is a condition of employment.

HCC is interested in all qualified applicants who are eligible to work in the United States. However, HCC will generally not sponsor applicants for work visas. Due to HCC policy, only employees living in states contiguous to Maryland are eligible for work at HCC and include Virginia, West Virginia, Washington DC, Pennsylvania. Candidates must live in the commutable area or willing to relocate at their own expense if offered the position because HCC does not offer relocation benefits.

Please complete the entire HCC Employment Application (Candidates will be evaluated on completing the college's application in full).

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Howard Community College (HCC) is an Equal Employment Opportunity & Affirmative Action employer & values diversity within its faculty, staff & student population. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.

HCC understands that persons with specific disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and/or with the interview process. For confidential assistance with the job application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 443-518-1100.

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter