Payroll Assistant, 8 hours, 12 months, Employee Retiree Service Center, Ad closes 6/13/23

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION:
Under general supervision, is responsible for maintaining knowledge and understanding of current negotiated contracts for SEIU, MCEA and MCBOA/MCAAP, relevant laws and MCPS policies and practices relative to payroll and leave in order to accurately and efficiently process various types of payroll transactions, such as hours/pay reported, financial, benefit, and tax deductions, processing corrections to employees' pay and leave, processing manual checks, and verifying and running various payroll reports. Work of this class involves careful analysis and thoughtful application of various rules and guidelines, as well as standard to moderately complex mathematical calculations. Direction and supervision received varies and is commensurate with the current grade of the incumbent (grade 16 or 17).

CERTIFICATE LICENSE:
None.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:
Operational knowledge of payroll policies, regulations and procedures. Thorough knowledge of MCPS policies, federal and state tax laws, negotiated agreements for SEIU, MCEA and MCBOA/MCAAP, Fair Labor Standard Act, benefit coverage, etc. as related to payroll. Ability to research, calculate and enter payroll transactions quickly, accurately and efficiently. Ability to meet and adhere to set deadlines. Thorough knowledge of Lawson HRIS system or similar human resource payroll software. Skill in Microsoft Office Suite, i.e. Excel and Word. Strong math skills required. Working knowledge of direct deposit and ACH process. Ability to use Oracle Discoverer or similar reporting tool. Excellent human relations, and oral and written communication skills. Ability to handle high volume of daily telephone calls, walk-in traffic and correspondence requirements. Ability to understand the sensitivity to private and confidential employee information. Knowledge of and the ability to meet the seven core competencies of the Supporting Services Professional Growth System (SSPGS). Specific guidelines for grade advancement may be obtained through the supervisor of this position.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, and EXPERIENCE:
High School or GED diploma required. Associates degree preferred. Minimum of two years of progressively more responsible human resources experience or related experience, such as processing payroll, and, leave, preferred. Experience working in Montgomery County Public Schools or other public human resources administration or educational institution highly desirable. Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.