Payroll Technician

Payroll Technician

Job no: 528716
Work type: Classified Staff
Location: Eugene, OR
Categories: Accounting/Finance, Administrative/Office Support, Human Resources, Student Life/Services

Department: Office of the Vice President for Student Life
Classification: Payroll Technician
Appointment Type and Duration: Regular, Ongoing
Salary: $15.80 - $23.12 per hour
FTE: 1.0
Review of Applications Begins
Position closes February 1, 2022
Special Instructions to Applicants
In addition to an online application, including names and contact information for three professional references (one of which must be a current supervisor or most recent supervisor if not currently employed), please upload:

• Cover letter explaining how you meet each of the required minimum qualifications, and any professional competencies and preferred qualifications
  
• Chronological resume including work experience, education, and applicable certifications
  Department Summary
  The Division of Student Life supports the University's academic mission through comprehensive programs and services that promote and advance student learning and success, while fostering an inclusive and vibrant campus community. Student Life includes four departments, the University Career Center, Office of the Dean of Students, Erb Memorial Union, and Physical Education & Recreation, and a number of key programs, including the Holden Center for Leadership and Community Engagement, Parent and Family Programs, Major Student Events (Commencement, Homecoming, University Day), Student Engagement & Success (Student Government), Student Conduct and Community Standards, and Support for Students in Crisis and Students of Concern.
  
  The Office of the Vice President for Student Life provides the vision for and oversight of the Division's departments, programs, and initiatives. The Vice President's administrative staff provides key administrative, strategic, financial, human resources, and campus-wide student support.
  Position Summary
  The Payroll Technician is a part of the Division of Student Life HR shared services team, and reports to the HR Manager in the Office of the Vice President for Student Life.
  
  The Payroll Technician is responsible for the daily monitoring and processing of pay action entries in the Division's HR Shared Services portal. The portal is used by the Division of Student Life to initiate pay actions such as stipends, pay increases, labor distribution changes and final pay. The portal acts as a central hub for the collection of pay action requests and it is a critical tool which allows the Student Life Shared Services Hub to respond to the needs of the Division's units in a timely manner.
  
  This position is also responsible for monthly payroll processing for approximately 800 employees using an in-house, automated timekeeping system and the University's payroll system.
  
  Knowledge of personnel policies and procedures relating to payroll, and excellent communication skills in order to communicate these policies/procedures to a diverse campus population, are required to be successful in this position.
  
  The Payroll Technician assists the HR Manger in confidential personnel issues, is expected to maintain strict confidentiality at all times, and works collaboratively with the HR Manager to act as a liaison between the payroll office, human resources office, and units in the Division of Student Life.
  
  This is a full-time, 12-month position which may require occasional overtime during critical monthly payroll periods. This position is eligible for full-time remote work.
  Minimum Requirements
  
• Eight (8) quarter (5 semester) or 80 clock hours of college-level accounting courses; OR
  
• One year of general office experience including payroll processing (verifying, proofing, and entering data).
  Professional Competencies
  
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, manage one's own time, and adhere to deadlines.
  
• Demonstrated experience with and/or commitment to working effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds, in support of an inclusive and welcoming environment.
  
• Demonstrated ability to provide superior customer service.
  
• Detail oriented.
  
• Excellent communication skills in order to communicate complex policies and procedures to a diverse campus population.
  Preferred Qualifications
  
• Two years' payroll experience in a large complex organization.
  
• Experience managing a payroll consisting of employee groups with differing guidelines, policies and/or bargaining agreements.
  
• Two years' experience maintaining and working within a complex database system; analyzing data and creating reports, preferably within an automated time and attendance system.
  
• Experience working with Kronos/UKG or an equivalent timekeeping system.
  
• Demonstrated working knowledge of Windows-based applications; Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.
  
  FLSA Exempt: No
  
  All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background inquiry.
  
  This is a classified position represented by the SEIU Local 503, Oregon Public Employees Union.
  
  University of Oregon students and employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. For additional information see: https://coronavirus.uoregon.edu/vaccine.
  
  The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit http://hr.uoregon.edu/careers/about-benefits.
  
  The University of Oregon is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the ADA. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply, and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please contact us at uocareers@uoregon.edu or 541-346-5112.
  
  UO prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression in all programs, activities and employment practices as required by Title IX, other applicable laws, and policies. Retaliation is prohibited by UO policy. Questions may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, Office of Civil Rights Compliance, or to the Office for Civil Rights. Contact information, related policies, and complaint procedures are listed on the statement of non-discrimination.
  
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  To apply, visit https://careers.uoregon.edu/en-us/job/528716/payroll-technician jeid-e58c711d80cb384db6f565b72956f8a1