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Powell's is a unique place to work that's a lot of fun and offers a competitive benefits package. Also, we are an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of race, color, religion, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital or veteran status, union activity, physical or mental disability, on-the-job injuries, age, or any status otherwise protected under applicable federal, state, or local law, unless it is a bona fide occupational requirement reasonably necessary to its operations. Whew!

That said, below are the current job openings at Powell's. If you don't see any listed, that means we have no openings at the moment, but please keep checking back as things open up all the time.

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    Title: Payroll Specialist

    Job description:
    Powell's Books, the nation's top independent bookseller, is looking for a part-time Payroll Specialist to provide vital reinforcement to full-cycle payroll. This position will include regular payroll duties as well as acting as a full back up to the Payroll Administrator in processing bi-weekly, multi-location payroll for 500+ employees.

    Successful candidate must have experience processing payroll for 150+ employees. ADP (PC Payroll and HR Perspective) or equivalent and automated time and attendance system (Kronos, E-Time) experience desired. Solid understanding and experience of employment laws and regulations required. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a strong commitment to teamwork as well as the ability to work independently required. The successful candidate must encompass immense flexibility to work in an interdepartmental and ever changing environment.

    The starting wage range for this position is $15.50 - $17 per hour. We also offer an excellent benefits package including health care (medical, dental, & vision), earned leave, and generous employee discounts. This is a part-time position - 20 hrs per week. During the on-boarding and training period (one to three months depending on department needs), we will require extended hours up to 40 hours per week.

    To apply, please submit a Powell's job application (can be downloaded from the employment section of our website - www.powells.com - or picked up at any Powell's Books location), cover letter, and resume. You can email these materials to adalia.corriveau@powells.com, mail them to Powell's Corporate Offices c/o Hiring & Development Specialist, 7 NW 9th Ave., Portland, OR 97209, or fax them to 503-802-0548. Powell's job application, resume, and cover letter must be received by Sunday, July 5th.

    Contact information: adalia.corriveau@powells.com


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