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City of Lawrence, KS · 13 hours ago

ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST - Finance Focus

Lawrence, KS, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$22/hr - $24.26/hr

4+ years exp

City of Lawrence, KS is seeking an Administrative Specialist to be a vital part of the Municipal Services & Operations Administration Team. This role focuses on human resources, payroll, and general administrative support, with an emphasis on financial aspects and opportunities for professional growth.

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Responsibilities

Supporting employee recruitment and onboarding

Processing HR and payroll forms

Maintaining department records

Assisting with payroll and audits

Responding to employee and customer inquiries

Supporting workforce data and reporting

Providing cross-functional administrative support

Qualification

Microsoft OfficeHR experiencePayroll processingFinancial systemsCustomer serviceAttention to detailProblem-solvingOrganizational skills

Required

Equivalent to completion of the 12th grade required

At least two (2) years post-high school education in an administrative assistant or office management program

Four (4) years of experience in a progressively responsible administrative support position

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Strong organization and attention to detail

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Excellent communication and customer service skills

Handling confidential information with care and professionalism

Preferred

Experience with HR, timekeeping, financial systems, or municipal operations

None

Benefits

Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance: Various coverage levels available; FREE Well Care Clinic through LMH; other wellness benefits/perks

Caregiver Leave – 12 weeks paid leave

Paid Time Off:12 Vacation days, 12 Sick days accrued per year; 2 days Personal Leave, 10 Paid Holidays

Retirement: Kansas Public Employees Retirement System (KPERS)

Company

City of Lawrence, KS

Lawrence is a diverse and multifaceted city that provides many of the amenities of a large metropolitan area, while still maintaining a strong sense of community.

Founded in 1854

Lawrence, Kansas, USA

501-1000 employees