Human Resources Payroll Specialist
Christian Appalachian Project • Mt Vernon, Kentucky • Full Time
Posted on Wed, Aug 12, 2026
PAY RATE: $20.92 Hourly (Pay is negotiable based on experience)
Are you ready to make an impact to those in need in Appalachia? Through this position, you will have the ability to build hope, transform lives, and share Christ’s love through service. Members of our CAP staff commit to our core values of faith, service, and compassion.
Summary:
Serves as the primary point of contact for CAP’s HRIS and is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing for all employees. Performs a variety of supporting duties related to payroll, including FMLA processing, other employee leave processing, employee position description maintenance, and compensation data management.
Essential Job Functions:
- Responsible for all aspects of the HR Payroll process, including calculating wages, overtime, bonuses, processing manual checks, garnishments, deductions and all system updates. Responsible for maintaining CAP's Time Management system, reviewing time sheets for accuracy, and training employees and management on time management policies and responsibilities. Responds to payroll-related inquiries and prepares payroll reports for management. 45%
- Serves as liaison between supervisors and HR management, creating new and updating existing position descriptions. Assists HR management with updates and maintenance of compensation data management system. Assists HR management with other required requests as needed. 30%
- Administers and maintains FMLA and all other employee leaves, monitors balances, ensures legal compliance and communicates with employees and management. 25%
What We Offer
At Christian Appalachian Project (CAP), we are proud to provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health and work-life balance. We strive to create a rewarding and supportive workplace for all employees by offering competitive benefits, including:
- Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
- Employer Paid Life Insurance
- CAP matches 100% of employee 401(k) contributions, up to the first 6% of employee contributions
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
- Additional Paid Caregiver and Paid Parental Leave
In addition to the core benefits listed above, CAP also offers:
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
- Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Plans
- Supplemental Insurance Plans
From day one, our employees have access to a competitive benefits package designed to support personal well-being and professional growth.
Qualifications
Education:
High School Diploma or Equivalent Required
Associates in a Related Field Preferred
Years of Experience:
2 or more years of successful experience in related field or combination of education and experience
Extensive related experience may substitute for education requirements and will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
Certifications and Licensure:
Possess a Valid Kentucky Driver's License and Maintain a Safe Driving Record Required
CAP Driving Certification* (or ability to obtain within first 90 days) Required
*In order to drive personal vehicle on CAP business, must obtain and maintain a policy of motor vehicle insurance coverage on privately-owned vehicle with insurance coverage amounts of $50,000 bodily injury per person per accident; $100,000 bodily injury for all bodily injuries per accident; and $50,000 property damage per accident.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to reach, push, pull, bend, stoop, stand, walk
Lift 45 lbs
Lifts/moves items with unknown weight or that are awkward shapes and sizes with assistance
Sit for extended periods of time
Have good visual acuity with corrective lenses
Have good hearing capabilities
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