Position: Payroll Specialist– Construction, Prevailing Wage & Multi-State ComplianceLocation: Clackamas, OR (In-Office)Pay: $70,000 – $90,000 annually (Salaried, Full-Time)Schedule: Full-Time | In-Office | Business Casual (Company shirts provided)Who We Are:Our client is a construction-focused organization seeking an experienced Payroll Administrator to take primary ownership of payroll operations. This role supports a collaborative, process-driven team while allowing autonomy and accountability.What You’ll Do:Own end-to-end payroll processing for construction and specialty contractor operationsProcess weekly and bi-weekly payrolls with a high level of accuracyReview, analyze, and correct employee time entry discrepanciesManage payroll adjustments, corrections, and off-cycle payrollsEnsure compliance with wage and hour regulations across applicable jurisdictionsWhat’s In It for You:Competitive salary with performance considerationHigh-ownership role with decision-making responsibilityCollaborative support across accounting, HR, and operationsStable, full-time position in a structured construction environmentWhat You Need to Have:3–5 years of payroll administration experience in construction or specialty contractingHands-on prevailing wage experienceCertified payroll experience for public works projectsMulti-state payroll tax compliance experienceExperience supporting employees working in multiple jurisdictionsThe Musts:Prevailing wage classifications, fringe calculations, and wage determinationsCertified payroll reporting for public works projectsMulti-state payroll tax setup, reporting, and complianceExperience managing agency correspondence, audits, and filingsStrong attention to detail and ability to independently resolve payroll discrepanciesPreferred:West Coast multi-state payroll experience (OR, WA, CA)Experience with construction timekeeping and payroll systemsCPP certificationNext Steps:Please respond with an updated resume!Call Keyshawn at 360-553-7225 | KThomas@optistaffing.comORCall Isabel at 360-553-7221 | IJimenez@optistaffing.comTo schedule an interview or drop by for a walk-in interview!!Address:703 Broadway St Suite 690Vancouver, 98660