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Position Overview:

At Transdev Alternative Services (TAS), we support autonomous vehicle operations across multiple U.S. markets with a strong foundation of safety, accuracy, and operational excellence. Our People Operations and Payroll functions play a critical role in delivering a consistent and positive employee experience. We are committed to upholding high standards of professionalism, integrity, and compliance while fostering a workplace rooted in collaboration and respect.

We are currently seeking a People & Pay Administrator to join our Phoenix-based team. This in-office role is essential in ensuring payroll is processed accurately and efficiently, supporting employees with pay-related questions, and maintaining compliance with multi-state wage and hour requirements. The ideal candidate will bring strong attention to detail, a customer service mindset, and a solid understanding of payroll administration in a fast-paced operational environment.

Benefits may vary depending on location policy. The below represents the standard Corporate Policy.Competitive compensation package of minimum $24.00 – Maximum $28.00

Benefits include:

• Vacation: minimum of one (1) week
• Sick days: 5 days
• Holidays: 6 days
• Other standard benefits: 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental and vision, life insurance, short-term disability, voluntary long-term disability.

Key Responsibilities:

Payroll Processing & Administration

• Process daily payroll tasks to support accurate and timely pay cycles.
• Review, audit, and reconcile employee timecards for compliance and accuracy.
• Prepare and validate payroll files prior to submission.
• Research and resolve payroll discrepancies, employee pay inquiries, and system errors.
• Process manual checks, corrections, and adjustments as needed.
• Partner with HR and Operations to ensure all employee changes (new hires, terminations, pay changes, leaves) are accurately reflected in the payroll system.

Compliance & Controls

• Maintain working knowledge of multi-state payroll laws, wage and hour regulations, and company policies.
• Ensure payroll processes follow federal, state, and local wage requirements, including overtime, premium pay, meal/rest regulations, and reporting requirements.
• Support internal audits and help ensure payroll documentation meets compliance and retention standards.

People Operations Support

• Provide excellent service to employees and managers regarding payroll-related questions.
• Assist with onboarding/offboarding tasks related to payroll and timekeeping.
• Collaborate on process improvements to streamline payroll workflows and accuracy.

Administrative Duties

• Maintain organized payroll documentation and records.
• Update employee information in payroll and HR systems.
• Support special projects, audits, and reporting needs.

Perform all other duties as assigned.

QualificationsRequired

• 2–4 years of payroll or HR/payroll administration experience.
• Strong understanding of payroll processes and timekeeping systems.
• Knowledge of federal and state wage and hour laws (multi-state experience preferred).
• High level of accuracy, confidentiality, and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Google platform and payroll/timekeeping software.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Preferred

• Experience in high-volume or multi-state payroll environments.
• Familiarity with HRIS or ERP platforms.

CPP or FPC certification (or working toward one) is a plus.

Work Environment

• This role is 100% on-site in our Phoenix location.
• Work Schedule: Hours and days will be assigned based on business needs, as TAS operates 24/7 across the U.S. Flexibility is required to meet deadlines and support payroll operations.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Transdev complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and

candidates with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview

process, please contact us.HR.TalentAcquisition@transdev.com

Drug-free workplace:

Transdev maintains a drug-free workplace. Applicants must:

• Be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future (if based in the U.S.).
• Successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen.

About Transdev: Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles.

Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev – the mobility company – empowers the freedom to move every day thanks to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at www.TransdevNA.com or watch an overview video at https://youtu.be/ilO5cv0G4mQ

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification.

They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions

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Job Category: Administrative / Clerical / Payroll / HR / Accounting

Job Type: Full Time

Req ID: 8534

Pay Group: A3F

Cost Center: 560

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

Drug-free workplace

If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in U.S. without restrictions for any employer at any time; be able to pass a drug screen and background check.

California applicants: Please Click Here for CA Employee Privacy Policy.

About Transdev

Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles.

Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev – the mobility company – empowers the freedom to move every day thank to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at http://www.TransdevNA.com or watch an overview video.