Garnishment Specialist

Location : United States-Remote

Department : Garnishment Specialist

Position Type : Full Time-Non-Exempt

Engage PEO, recognized on the 'INC. 5000 Honor Roll for the Fastest Growing Private Companies' is seeking future Engagers who are ready to build a rewarding future. The Garnishment Specialist is a key point of contact for Engage clients, responsible for collecting, reviewing, and analyzing payroll information to effectively administer involuntary deductions from pay, such as child support, state, and federal tax levies, etc. The position works collaboratively with all departments, including Payroll, Human Resources, Benefits, and Finance, to ensure timely collection and payment of garnishments.

Primary Responsibilities

• Processes court-ordered wage garnishments, including child support, student loans, wage assignments, bankruptcy orders, state, and federal tax levies
• Enters wage garnishment orders in our payroll system accurately and promptly
• Verify all garnishment payments for accuracy and compliance with withholding orders and applicable laws
• Researches and responds to inquiries from employees, courts, state and federal agencies, and others regarding garnishment orders
• Assists as needed to ensure accurate and timely reconciliation of garnishment accounts and establishes Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) of payments to comply with jurisdiction rules
• Ensure Engage PEO complies with all required state / federal law timelines and regulatory deadlines, including lack of payment to the correct agency
• Collects and maintains electronic files for all withholding orders
• Enters deductions on employee master files
• Oversee the timely and accurate generation of payroll deduction reports in accordance with legal requirements
• Coordinates the accurate and compliant setup of garnishment vendors
• Responsible for CRM / email integration if applicable

Other Duties and Responsibilities :

Minimum Qualifications :

COMPENSATION :

The starting base pay for this position is listed below. However, you should know that the pay rate may vary based on regional location, the candidate's skill, and relevant experience. In addition, some positions may include a form of bonus or other incentive compensation, which would not be included in this hourly range.

Hourly Rate Range : $22.00-$25.00

BENEFITS : We offer a comprehensive Benefits Package to our full-time salaried, hourly, or commissioned workers.

We believe our success is primarily due to our diverse, talented employees who help to cultivate an inclusive learning culture. We encourage open, regular communication and development that fosters our strong team culture. We are committed to providing inclusive equal employment opportunities to all employees, applicants for employment, and other covered individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, national origin, citizenship, genetics, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Furthermore, we are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local anti-discrimination, anti-harassment, and anti-retaliation laws.

Engage PEO is an Equal Opportunity Employer