Human Resources and Payroll Generalist

Human Resources and Payroll Generalist

Midland College | Midland, Texas

JOB SUMMARY

The Human Resources and Payroll Generalist supports the daily operations of the Human Resources and Payroll Department by processing personnel actions, maintaining employee and position records, supporting payroll activities, and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of HRIS data. This position assists employees and supervisors with personnel and payroll-related transactions while ensuring compliance with organizational policies and procedures.

ABOUT MIDLAND COLLEGE

At Midland College, we believe education transforms lives, strengthens communities, and creates opportunity for future generations. As a driving force for workforce development and economic growth in the Permian Basin, we serve dual-credit students, first-time-in-college learners, adult students, and working professionals. Through strong partnerships with K-12 schools, universities, business and industry, and community organizations, we make education accessible, prepare students for meaningful careers, and help shape the future of our region.

Midland College is a dynamic institution experiencing rapid enrollment growth and institutional growth. We are continually evaluating how we work, challenging ourselves to improve, and embracing innovation to serve our students and community better.

Three Core Values define our culture:

YES – We embrace challenges with curiosity, optimism, and a solutions-oriented mindset.

STUDENTS – Student success is at the center of every decision we make.

ACT – We take ownership, move with purpose, and deliver meaningful results.

We seek individuals who are adaptable, resilient, and energized by change. Our employees ask thoughtful questions, challenge the status quo, solve problems collaboratively, and continuously look for better ways to serve students. We work hard, think strategically, and hold ourselves accountable. We also believe great teams support one another, celebrate successes, and bring positivity, perspective, and a sense of humor to the workplace.

What You Can Expect at Midland College:

• A leadership team committed to action, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• A Board of Trustees that values stewardship, innovation, and long-term vision.
• A community that believes deeply in the power of education to create opportunities.
• Meaningful work, supportive colleagues, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact, every single day.

If you're passionate about making a difference, excited by growth and innovation, and ready to help students succeed while strengthening the Permian Basin, we invite you to join our team.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Process and maintain Personnel Action Forms (PAFs) and related employment records in the HRIS and payroll systems
• Enter, update, and maintain employee information, including hires, transfers, promotions, salary changes, and separations
• Manage position control within the HRIS, including creating, modifying, and maintaining positions to ensure data accuracy and proper organizational alignment
• Review and audit employee and position data to identify and resolve discrepancies
• Assist with payroll administration by verifying personnel actions and ensuring payroll records are accurate and up to date
• Prepare and distribute HR and payroll reports, including staffing, position, and compliance reports
• Respond to employee and supervisor inquiries regarding HR, payroll, and personnel transactions
• Assist with audits, special projects, process improvements, and system testing as needed
• Perform other related duties as assigned