Payroll Technician Jobs

August 11, 2023, Job Posting #7961.01

SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS
601 North E Street San Bernardino, CA 92415-0020 Ted Alejandre, County Superintendent

PAYROLL TECHNICIAN

SALARY: $5,475.00 to $6,672.00 Monthly (Range 81)

$750 New Hire Incentive (One-time payment, upon completion of six-month probation)

LENGTH OF SERVICE: 12 Months per Year

APPLICATION DEADLINE: August 25, 2023 (4:00 PM)

LOCATION: Payroll Services, San Bernardino

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Payroll Technician performs complex statistical calculations and detailed file maintenance relating to classified and certificated payroll processing. This position is responsible for collaborating with various departments and agencies to resolve specialized and technical duties related to payroll to ensure employees are paid in an accurate and timely manner.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Assists with leave advancement and posting of employee leave activity;
• Calculates, audits, and reconciles payroll for classified, certificated and substitute employees;
• Researches and applies organizational policies and labor agreements;
• Develops and maintains files, spreadsheets and records;
• Resolves complex payroll issues;
• Performs complex calculations and audits related to personnel changes;
• Collaborates and coordinates with various departments and agencies to complete payroll transactions;
• Performs related duties as assigned.
• Prepares and maintains system payroll calendars;
• Assists employees by researching, answering questions and addressing concerns;
• Uses proper payroll coding to ensure accurate reporting of compensation to CalPERS, CalSTRS and other retirement systems;
• Trains staff on payroll procedures;
• Develops and prepares various forms and correspondence;

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Experience processing various payroll transactions, using various accounting software applications;

Skill in the use of standard office equipment (telephone, computer, typewriter, fax, printer, calculator, etc.), processing complex payroll transactions, interpreting and applying federal and state laws relating to payroll processing;

Knowledge of financial and general office policies and procedures; methods, practices and terminology used in payroll and statistical recordkeeping;

Ability to exercise sound judgment, interpret and communicate policies and procedures, maintain accurate financial records, perform mathematical calculations with speed and accuracy, meet deadlines, work and communicate effectively with a variety of individuals and groups;

Physical Abilities include sitting for extended periods, reaching, fine manual dexterity, pulling, talking/hearing, and near and far visual acuity/depth perception/color vision/field of vision.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Two (2) years of experience processing payroll;
• Ability to receive a passing score on the San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools (SBCSS) Payroll Technician written test. *If test was previously taken and passed, proof of a passing score is required in lieu of taking the test;
• Possession of a high school diploma (or its equivalency) or higher or possession of a GED.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• One (1) year experience processing payroll in a California school district or County Office of Education.

NECESSARY MATERIALS FOR APPLICATION

• Completed Ed-Join on-line Application (incomplete application will not be considered. All fields must be filled in);
• Current Resume;
• Applicants must meet minimum qualifications and provide all necessary materials online prior to the stated deadline in order to qualify as a candidate.
• NOTE: *Attach proof of a passing score for the SBCSS Payroll Technician written test, if applicable;
• One (1) Current (signed and dated within 3 years) Letter of Reference;

APPLICATION PROCESS: All applications must be submitted through Ed-Join. Go to the San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools website at www.sbcss.k12.ca.us; click on Human Resources; scroll down then click on “Click Here” to access the EDJOIN website” and attach your online profile to this job posting # . If you are disabled and need reasonable accommodations to complete the application process, please contact Human Resources at 760 East Brier Drive, San Bernardino, CA 92408 (909) 386-9561. This facility is handicapped accessible.

The County Superintendent of Schools recognizes that the County Superintendent of Schools Office has primary responsibility for ensuring that it complies with applicable state and federal laws and regulations. The County Superintendent of Schools does not discriminate on actual or perceived sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnic group identification, race, immigration status, ancestry, national origin, religion, colour, mental or physical disability, age or on the basis of a person’s association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance or regulation, in its educational program(s) or employment. No person shall be denied employment solely because of any impairment which is unrelated to the ability to engage in activities involved in the position(s) or program for which the application was made.

State law requires all of our employees to be fingerprinted for the purpose of a confidential background investigation and prohibits the commencement of employment until the background investigation has been completed. Proof of freedom from active tuberculosis based upon an intra-dermal test must be furnished at time of employment. Public Law 99-603 (Immigration, Naturalization & Control Act of 1986) requires that all employees hired after November 6, 1986, provide proof of work eligibility. If hired, please be prepared to present appropriate documentation verifying identity and ability to work legally in the U.S.

Created August 2017

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $5,475.00 - $6,672.00 per month

Benefits:

• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person