Payroll & Benefits Coordinator in Lubbock, Tx

PAYROLL & BENEFITS COORDINATOR

Full-Time | In-Office | Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

A well-established, mission-driven organization in Lubbock is seeking an experienced Payroll & Benefits Coordinator to join its Human Resources team. This position plays a vital role in ensuring accurate payroll processing, seamless benefits administration, and regulatory compliance across the organization.

This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented HR or payroll professional who enjoys being a go-to resource for employees and partnering cross-functionally with HR and Accounting.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Process and support accurate, timely payroll operations, including deductions, adjustments, and employee inquiries
• Serve as a primary point of contact for payroll and benefits questions from employees and supervisors
• Administer employee benefit programs including medical, dental, vision, retirement, life and disability plans, PTO, and leave programs
• Coordinate benefit enrollments, qualifying life events, COBRA participation, and annual open enrollment activities
• Maintain benefit and payroll data within the HRIS system; ensure accuracy and confidentiality at all times
• Support compliance with federal and state regulations including ACA, HIPAA, FMLA, COBRA, and ADA
• Assist with leave administration (FMLA and related programs), Workers’ Compensation claims, and accommodation requests
• Prepare reports and documentation to support audits, compliance reviews, and internal HR initiatives
• Complete employment verification requests, I-9 documentation, and required reporting
• Collaborate with HR leadership and Accounting to support ongoing process improvements and special projects

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field OR equivalent HR/payroll experience
• Prior experience in payroll processing and employee benefits administration required
• Knowledge of HRIS systems and payroll platforms
• Professional HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP, etc.) preferred
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage deadlines and sensitive information
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

COMPENSATION

• Hourly Pay Range: $25.00 – $30.00 per hour, depending on experience
• Work Schedule: In-office, Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

BENEFITS HIGHLIGHTS

This position offers a robust and competitive benefits package, which may include:

• Paid Time Off (PTO) beginning in the first year
• Paid holidays and premium holiday pay
• Retirement plan with employer matching
• Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision insurance options
• Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions for eligible plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA & Limited FSA)
• Employer-paid basic life and AD&D coverage
• Long-term disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Mileage reimbursement
• Jury duty, bereavement, military leave, and extended wellness leave programs
• Employee referral incentives

ABOUT SNELLING

Locally owned and operated in Lubbock since 1967, Snelling Staffing & Recruiting has been connecting exceptional talent with outstanding employers for over 55 years. Our local team brings more than 200 years of combined staffing experience and has earned national and local recognition for excellence in recruiting and client satisfaction.

Awards & Recognition Include:

• Lubbock Avalanche-Journal Best of Lubbock® – Best Employment Agency (2018–2025)
• Best of Staffing® Client Satisfaction Diamond Award (2013–2024)
• Forbes Best Professional Search Firms®

APPLY TODAY

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. All inquiries and submissions are handled with the utmost confidentiality.