Job description

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

LIFEwest Ambulance is a premier provider of quality emergency and non-emergency ambulance transportation services in California. Headquartered in Santa Rosa, CA, LIFEwest Northern California has been serving Sonoma, Napa, and Marin Counties since 2018. Our services include basic life support, advanced life support, critical care transport, and 911 ALS emergency resources, including the official EMS provider for the Sonoma Raceway. Our employee-driven culture emphasizes professionalism, compassion, and customer focus.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

LIFEwest Ambulance is seeking a Human Resource Specialist with a focus on payroll and benefits administration. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing, managing benefits programs, and providing exceptional support to staff. This role is essential in supporting our mission of quality patient care.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred
• Experience in payroll and benefits administration, ideally in a healthcare or emergency services setting
• Knowledge of payroll software and HRIS systems; experience with ADP a plus
• Understanding of relevant federal and state employment laws
• Exceptional attention to detail, confidentiality, and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative HR team

• Process bi-weekly payroll for all LIFEwest Ambulance employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
• Administer employee benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plans, and other voluntary benefits
• Serve as the primary point of contact for payroll and benefits inquiries, resolving issues promptly and professionally
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records, including new hire onboarding, status changes, and terminations related to payroll and benefits
• Monitor payroll transactions for discrepancies and work with management to resolve errors
• Coordinate annual benefits open enrollment and assist employees in making informed choices about their coverage
• Collaborate with finance and operations departments to reconcile payroll data and provide necessary reports
• Stay current on legal and regulatory changes affecting payroll and benefits, implementing necessary updates to ensure compliance
• Support HR initiatives related to compensation, employee wellness, and retention