Payroll Assistant - EXTENDED

Title:

Payroll Assistant - EXTENDED

Job Category:

CSEA

Job Opening Date:

May 24, 2022

Job Closing Date:

Location:

District Services

Work Location:

Mission Viejo, CA

Pay Grade, for more information click on this link:

http://www.socccd.edu/humanresources/hr_salary.html

Pay Rate Type:

Monthly

Work Days:

Monday - Friday

Work Hours:

9:00 am - 2:00 pm (Schedule and shift are subject to change in accordance with the department needs)

Hours Per Week:

25

Percentage of Employment:

62.5%

Months of Employment:

12

Salary:

$2,722 per month

Required Documents:

Resume and Cover Letter. Optional Documents: Payroll Certifications: FPC (Fundamental Payroll Certification) and CPP (Certified Payroll Professional)

Job Description:

C.S.E.A Classified Bargaining Unit Salary Range 121

Initial Screening Date: 08/08/2022

Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

Under supervision from the Payroll and Benefits Manager, performs specialized and routine clerical duties in support of payroll operations; provides clerical support related to time reporting and payroll data records; resolves routine payroll inquiries for all employee types.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

Assist Payroll Specialists in reviewing weekly time reports and absence requests submitted for completeness, accuracy, and appropriate documentation; reconcile discrepancies; verify balances, entries, calculations, and postings recorded by other workers.

Complete information from payroll records and generate and audit special reports related to payroll; prepare, monitor, and review reports to State agencies and District officials.

Assist in the collection of verification from employees for jury duty or overpayment of salary for submission to the District Payroll Department; assist in the processing of applications for emergency pay, lost warrant affidavit forms, and process stale dated warrants for submission to the District Payroll Department; distribute payroll warrants.

Code and input time reports into a computerized payroll system in a timely manner to meet established payroll deadlines; process data from a number of sources to record and input for payroll department processes; perform clerical accounting duties involved in the processing of the payroll.

Gather, examine and prepare payroll information and benefit materials for subpoenas request to Human Resources.

Provide first line customer service for the Payroll Department. Answer inquiries and respond to routine payroll questions and requests for information from administrative, management, academic, and/or classified staff, financial institutions, and the general public; communicate information in person or by telephone or e-mail where judgment, knowledge, and interpretation of policies and procedures are necessary. Identify and refer matters to the assigned supervisor or manager in order of priority.

Contact employees, supervisors, and staff to verify absence, leave, and employment status information for time reports.

Assist employees in navigating Employee Self Service portals absence, time tracking, and training information.

Perform clerical work, receive, open, stamp, distribute, and route mail; identify and refer matters to the administrator in order of priority.

Order office supplies and materials as directed; assure their timely receipt and storage; assure proper functioning of office equipment.

Type, format, proofread, duplicate, and distribute a wide variety of correspondence, reports, notices, schedules, lists, forms, and other materials according to established procedures, policies, and standards; type from rough draft, or verbal instructions; compose correspondence related to area of assignment.

Utilize various computer applications and software packages including word processing, spreadsheet, and database programs, as required; maintain and generate reports from a database or network system; operate office equipment including computer equipment, typewriter, calculator, copier, and facsimile machine.

Maintain employee payroll records and files, including deductions, W4s, tax withholding exemptions, garnishments, direct deposit authorizations, and time cards.

Manage scanning solution for online employee record retention system conversion.

Establish and maintain complex, interrelated filing systems including confidential files; collect, compile, and record narrative, statistical, and financial data and other information; research and verify information as requested.

Update and maintain employee payroll records, and input related information to payroll databases, reports, records, and files; inspect files, records, reports, and databases for valid input.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.

Knowledge of:

Time reporting and time record processing practices and procedures.

Payroll rules, policies, and records affecting time reporting.

Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.

Principles and procedures of record keeping and filing.

Principles and practices used to establish and maintain files and information retrieval systems.

Methods and techniques of proper phone etiquette.

English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.

Interpersonal skills using tact, diplomacy, patience and courtesy.

Principles, practices, and procedures of business letter writing.

Basic mathematical concepts.

Basic research methods and techniques.

Work organization and basic office management principles and practices.

Ability to:

Make arithmetical computations accurately.

Detect discrepancies in time records and take corrective action as necessary.

Learn and understand the organization and operation of the Payroll Department as necessary to assume assigned responsibilities.

Learn, understand, interpret, and apply payroll policies and procedures as well as pertinent laws, regulations, and ordinances.

Perform a range of administrative, secretarial, and clerical duties involving the use of independent judgment and personal initiative.

Compile information and write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals using correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.

Respond to requests and inquiries from students, staff, or the public; effectively present information in person or on the telephone to students, staff, or the public.

Use sound judgment in recognizing scope of authority.

Exercise good judgment and discretion in analyzing and resolving confidential, difficult, and sensitive situations.

Type or enter data at a speed necessary for successful job performance.

Research, compile, analyze, and interpret data.

Prepare a variety of clear and concise administrative and financial records.

Implement and maintain filing systems.

Independently compose and prepare routine correspondence and memoranda.

Establish, review, and revise office work priorities.

Plan and organize work to meet schedules and changing deadlines.

Operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.

Adapt to changing technologies and learn functionality of new equipment and systems.

Work under steady pressure with frequent interruptions and a high degree of public contact by phone or in person.

Work effectively with minimal supervision.

Work with and exhibit sensitivity to and understanding of the varied racial, ethnic, cultural, sexual orientation, academic, socio-economic, and disabled populations of community college students.

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE GUIDELINES

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education/Training:

Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by college-level coursework or specialized training in business administration, payroll, accounting or related field.

Experience:

Two years of increasingly responsible secretarial and clerical experience preferably in an administrative office of a public agency or in an educational environment. Prior payroll/time-keeping experience is desirable.

License or Certificate:

Possession of a valid California driver’s license may be necessary.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The conditions herein 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 job functions.

Environment:

Work is performed primarily in a standard office setting.

Physical:

Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; and to verbally communicate to exchange information. Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction. Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.

SPECIAL COVID-19 NOTICE:

Interviews may be held in-person (following all necessary precautions) or in a virtual format. Employees must reside in California while employed with the South Orange County Community College District (SOCCCD), even during remote work. Thank you for your continued interest in working at the SOCCCD.

The SOCCCD is committed to protecting the health and wellbeing of students, faculty, staff, administrators, and the communities it serves. The Board of Trustees voted to require COVID-19 vaccinations for all students, employees, and volunteers with allowances for medical exemptions and sincerely held religious beliefs as defined by law. More information can be found on our District website by visiting https://www.socccd.edu/about/about_covid-19.html .

NOTICE TO ALL CANDIDATES FOR EMPLOYMENT:

The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, Public Law 99-603, requires that employers obtain documentation from every new employee which authorizes that individual to accept employment in this country.

PLEASE NOTE:

A California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) retiree may not accept employment until after the first 180 days of retirement. Anyone retired from CalPERS accepting permanent employment with this District will be required to reinstate as an active CalPERS member. Please contact CalPERS for additional information regarding your retirement status.

Any active vested member of California State Teachers Retirement System (CalSTRS), who accepts employment with the District to perform service that requires membership in CalPERS, is eligible to elect to continue retirement system coverage under CalSTRS

DISABILITY ACCOMODATIONS:

If you require special accommodations in the application and/or selection process, please notify District Human Resources at least two (2) business days prior to the Job Close Date/Initial Screening Date, by either calling (949) 582-4850 or sending an e-mail to hrinfodesk@socccd.edu.

ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENT:

Report to work on a regular and consistent basis, as scheduled, to assigned job.

CAMPUS CRIME AND SAFETY AWARENESS:

Information regarding campus crime and safety awareness can be found at www.saddleback.edu or www.ivc.edu. Paper copies are available in the District Human Resources office upon request.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION, AND EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO):

The South Orange County Community College District is committed to creating an academic and work environment that fosters diversity, equity and inclusion and equal opportunity for all, and ensures that students, faculty, management and staff of all backgrounds feel welcome, included, supported, and safe. Our culture of belonging, openness, and inclusion, makes our district a unique and special place for individuals of all backgrounds.

Our District and our colleges are looking for equity and inclusion-minded applicants who represent the full diversity of California and who demonstrate a sensitivity to the understanding of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present within our community. When you join our District, you can expect to be part of an exciting, thriving, equity-focused, and inclusive community that approaches higher education with the lens of social justice and collaboration among students, faculty, staff, administration, and community partners. In deciding whether to apply for a position with our District, you are strongly encouraged to consider whether your values align with our District’s mission and goals for EEO, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

SOCCCD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Important: You must make sure that you have completed your application for a posting by 11:59 p.m., Pacific Time, on the posting's Job Close Date, along with any required documents, in order to be considered for the position.

Applicants must complete all fields/sections on the application. Do not type "See Resume" or leave any fields blank. Applicants must enter their work experience, education, etc. on the District application. Applications reflecting "See Resume" will be considered incomplete and will not be considered for recruitment.