Payroll and HR Administrator

Position Overview

Now Hiring : HR & Payroll Administrator

Job Type : Full-time Location : Remote – Must reside in WA or CA (occasional travel to store locations required)

Compensation : $ 26-$32 / HR (BOE)Work World is the largest specialty retailer of workwear and work boots in the Western U.S. From humble beginnings in 1990, we now operate 30+ stores, a website, and a growing B2B Business under the Work World, Shoeteria and Whistle Workwear brand names in California, Nevada, and Washington. We sell boots, apparel, and safety gear from top vendors in the industry including Carhartt, Wolverine, Timberland Pro, and more. We are dedicated to putting our customers first, and we believe blue collar workers are the backbone of our communities and our country.

We're looking for a highly organized, detail-oriented HR & Payroll Administrator to join our team! This remote role is ideal for someone who loves working across both payroll and HR functions and is excited to make a direct impact on employees' daily experience across multiple states.

If you enjoy solving problems, working with a collaborative HR team, and wearing multiple hats — keep reading!

What's In It for You :

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Generous employee discounts

Remote / hybrid flexibility

What You'll be Doing :

Payroll & Benefits Administration

Process accurate bi-weekly payroll, commissions, bonuses, and off-cycle runs

Maintain employee data, terminations, reimbursements, and garnishments in compliance with federal and state laws. (WA & CA especially)

Administer employee benefits and 401(k), including open enrollment and eligibility tracking

Collaborate with Finance to manage payroll approvals and bonus calculations

Ensure compliance with wage & hour laws across multiple states

HR Generalist Support

Be a go-to resource for employee HR, benefits, and payroll questions

Assist with onboarding, offboarding, investigations, and coaching

Track and manage leaves of absence (FMLA, state-specific programs, accommodations)

Partner with the HR Generalist on employee relations, performance concerns, and compliance

Travel occasionally to store locations for on-site HR support

What You'll Need :

• 2–4+ years of experience in HR / payroll roles
• Strong understanding of California and Washington employment law (highly preferred)
• Experience using payroll and HRIS software (preferred)
• Comfortable handling sensitive employee matters with professionalism and discretion
• Strong attention to detail, time management, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting and handle shifting priorities

Pay Range

USD $26.00 - USD $32.00 / Hr.

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