Fire Business Support Specialist – Hybrid

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Employment Type: Full time
Location: Allentown, PA US
Job Category: Field Operations
Job Number: WD30204141

Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team!

As a global leader in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places, and the planet.  Join a winning team that enables you to build your best future! Our teams are uniquely positioned to support a multitude of industries across the globe. You will have the opportunity to develop yourself through meaningful work projects and learning opportunities. We strive to provide our employees with an experience, focused on supporting their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. Become a member of the Johnson Controls family and thrive in an empowering company culture where your voice and ideas will be heard – your next great opportunity is just a few clicks away!

What we offer:

  • Competitive salary
  • Paid vacation/holidays/sick time
  • Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care
  • On-the-job/cross-training opportunities
  • Encouraging and collaborative team environment
  • Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy

What you will do:

The Business Support Specialist is responsible for implementing and executing the business support standardized processes that align with company policies and government compliance. This position will report to the Fire Protection; Total Service Manager.

This is a Hybrid position. We would like you to come into the Allentown, PA location at least 3-4 days per week.

How you will do it:

  • Assist with weekly processing of payroll
  • Set up prevailing wage rates
  • Maintain staff vacation calendar(s) in current and accurate status
  • Point of contact for district location responsible licensing, and other local district tasks
  • Process I9 verification for new employees
  • Code, process and approve invoices through the AP system
  • Assist with vendor setups and check requests
  • Act a district contact for Fleet management
  • Act as district records retention champion
  • Responsible for district office supply ordering
  • Facilitates certified payroll reporting
  • Process payroll corrections as needed
  • Request Certificates of Insurance
  • Order Uniforms as needed for the district office technician staff
  • Work Accrued Receipts
  • Back up for Business Support functions in Area as needed
  • Perform other duties as assigned by entire management team such as operations, install, sales and service.

What we look for:

Required

  • High School Diploma 
  • Proficient in MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint is a must
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Must be detailed oriented and organized Proficient in MS Excel, and Word Must have the ability to maintain focus in a fast-paced environment Strong sense of urgency and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to interface with all levels of management
  • Ability to prioritize work volumes with limited supervision

Preferred

  • Experience working for a large company
  • 2-year degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Proven success using MS PowerPoint presentation and Access Database software

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Johnson Controls International plc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law. To view more information about your equal opportunity and non-discrimination rights as a candidate, visit EEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit here.

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