Description Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is a dynamic social service organization serving children, youth and families, people with disabilities, older adults, and military veterans. Trustworthiness is a value and strength shared by our employees and recognized by the communities we serve. We offer an ALIVE Workplace (Supportive, Positive, and Fun) and careers that challenge, energize, and reward employees. Consider joining us! Job Summary: The Payroll Administrative Assistant/Specialist will provide essential administrative support to the PICS Payroll team. This role involves handling incoming calls, assisting with data entry, and performing other duties as assigned. This position collaborates with people from a wide variety of levels, from the people we serve to PICS leadership team. Qualifications and Requirements: One or more years administrative support or equivalent experience preferred. High school diploma (or equivalent) required; some college preferred. Must be well-organized and meticulous to complete work correctly and in a timely manner. Analytical, investigative, and organizational skills Must have effective communication skills (listening, speaking, and writing) Strong people skills. Microsoft skills (Excel, Word,). Strong ten key skills. Working with diverse populations including Social Services, Human Services preferred. Strong computer skills and the ability to learn new software. Strong analytical skills and proficiency working with numbers. Able to perform a variety of on-going tasks in a fast-paced atmosphere. Able to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the community. Must be well organized, detail oriented and able to prioritize responsibilities to complete work correctly and in a timely manner. Critical thinking skills and independent decision-making abilities. Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer of all people regardless of gender, race, culture, religion, ethnicity, protected veteran status and/or disability. We actively foster an environment that is free of racism, discrimination, bias, and harassment where all individuals are treated with dignity, safety, and respect. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) Lutheran Social Service of MN is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer of all people regardless of gender, race, culture, religion, ethnicity, protected veteran status and/or disability. We actively foster an environment that is free of racism, discrimination, bias, and harassment where all individuals are treated with dignity, safety, and respect.