Looking to join an organization where you feel valued and encouraged to achieve your dreams? We are actively looking for individuals who align with our values and are passionate about thriving in a fast-paced, ever-changing industry. In 2015, Wurk created the cannabis industry’s very first all-in-one workforce management solution. Our dynamic system is utilized to streamline operations, minimize regulatory risks, and manage payroll, HR, timekeeping, and tax compliance. We believe it is our responsibility to protect the people and organizations of the cannabis industry so they can continue to impact the world we live in. If this excites you, we at Wurk would love to meet you!
A successful HR/Payroll Specialist at Wurk will act as a HR trusted advisor for our multi-state clients. This role will also help our Managed Service clients on the implementation of tactical HR processes and technology and will support our growing customer base as well as their employees by processing payroll from start to finish and validating employee data. In this position, you will make employee and client level changes, learn and document the unique processing rules for your portfolio of clients, and provide excellent customer service. The perfect candidate will identify new opportunities to drive growth and build upon the Wurk brand.
What you’ll need to accomplish!
- Provide HR advising to our multi state clients regarding HR policies and procedures
- Offer HR guidance and best practices including recruitment/retention, employee relations, leaves, performance, training/development, compensation, HRIS, labor laws, and legal compliance, etc.
- Advise clients on the creation and administration of human resources policies, procedures, and handbooks
- Ensure HR programs and services are in compliance with established policies and procedures and state and federal laws and regulations
- Conducting audits of HR activities to ensure compliance
- Maintains in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance
- Learn Wurk’s Managed Services platform, start to build a relationship with clients and begin to process simple payrolls and document payroll notes
- Own a portfolio of clients and start to learn about Account Management, client retention, and engagement
- Be responsible for the satisfaction and retention of clients currently under the Managed Services platform
- Manage client payrolls and ensure on-time and accurate processing
- Provide ongoing and employee support via phone and email regarding payroll and the Wurk Technology
- Assist with internal and external project management as needed
- Perform other duties
What you’ll need to have!
- Bachelor's degree or relevant HR experience
- 2-4 years of human resources experience
- 2+ years of payroll processing experience
- 2+ years of HRIS experience (UKG Workforce Ready preferred)
- Problem solving, interpersonal, and communication skills
- Knowledge of state and federal employment and labor laws
What’s in it for you?
- FREE medical, dental, and vision plans
- FREE basic life insurance, short term disability, and employee assistance programs
- 401(k) traditional and Roth plans with Employer Match
- Generous PTO, bonus, and stock options
- $400 office equipment reimbursement
- $300/year fitness reimbursement
- Monthly internet reimbursement
- Paid professional development & tuition reimbursement
- Generous referral bonuses
- Paid parental leave
- Remote-friendly work environment
- Paid sabbatical leave program
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Wurk is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Wurk does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law.
At this time, Wurk cannot provide work visa sponsorship.
This position's approximate base salary range is $55,000-$70,000 based on candidate's experience, education, and geographic location.
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What We Do
Würk exists to help underserved cannabis businesses fortify, comply, and thrive in the face of uncertain regulatory environments. The Human Resources platform allows employers to protect and streamline their operations while providing an environment where employees are a priority every step of the way. The intuitive, all-in-one solution automates the most complicated and risk-prone processes with recruiting, scheduling, payroll, and more! Würk's Mission: Würk enables clients to effectively manage the industry's rapid growth by providing leading HCM tools and solutions to normalize the economy of cannabis.
Why Work With Us
Our culture is something we take immense pride in! We are a purpose-driven organization founded to serve the business that other organizations deemed unserviceable. Our employees are our most valuable resource, and we want to provide them with a workplace where they can operate at the highest level by committing to work/life balance.
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