Payroll Technician *Provisional*

Job Description : Job Function :

Job Function :

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS : This is a clerical position responsible for assisting in the preparation of various municipal payrolls for automated processing, including deductions and withholdings, verifying time bank data, and adding or deleting personnel from the payroll.

The employee reports directly to and works under the general supervision of the Payroll Supervisor or other higher-level staff person.

Supervision of others is not a responsibility of this class. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES : (All need not be performed in a given position. Other related activities may be performed although not listed.)

• Assists in the preparation of various municipal payrolls for automated processing;
• Receives authorizations from the Human Resources Department regarding the addition or deletion of personnel from the payroll and inputs to the computerized payroll system;
• Insures proper deductions for taxes, health insurance, unions, savings, credit unions, retirement systems, and garnishments;
• Reviews hours to file reports and furnishes correct data to information services;
• Receives, reviews, and audits time sheets;
• Records payroll authorizations and terminations, duplicate withholding statements, authorizations for deduction of union dues, credit union dues, mutual funds, savings bonds, and savings, etc.;
• Verifies and updates leave bank data;
• Records journal entries and account reconciliations;
• Calculates payroll adjustments;
• Calculates and issues payroll advances.
• FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS : Good knowledge of office practices, procedures, and equipment;
• good knowledge of computerized payroll systems; good knowledge of effective and proper payroll procedures; ability to communicate orally and in writing;

ability to use a calculator; ability to perform basic mathematical computations; ability to perform work with accuracy; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MCC Expectations :

• Adheres to the College Code of Conduct.
• Contributes to, supports, and maintains an equitable, inclusive, and collaborative College environment.
• Maintains technological competencies utilized by the College.
• Commits to the philosophy of a comprehensive community college.
• Commits to professional growth. This includes seeking ongoing diversity, equity, and inclusion training to serve students better and effectively communicate with other members of the MCC community.

Requirements :

Required Qualifications :

Must currently hold the title of Payroll Technician or be reachable on the Civil Service Eligibility list titled Payroll Technician, or meet the following minimum qualifications for a provisional appointment : MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency diploma, plus three (3) years of paid full-time or its part-time equivalent experience posting and maintaining simple financial, accounting or payroll records.

NOTE : College level education may substitute for work experience on a year-for-year basis. Thirty (30) college semester credits is equivalent to one (1) year of full-time work experience.

Preferred Qualifications :

Bilingual and able to read, write, and speak Spanish, or other languages, proficiently

Additional Information :

Job Type : Full Time

Hours : 8 : 45am - 4 : 45pm, Monday through Friday

Salary : $46, per year. Eligible for increment at 6 months of service.

MCC offers a Flexible Work Policy for benefit eligible employees. Types of flexible work arrangements include flextime / staggered shifts, remote work / telecommuting and compressed work schedule.

The availability of flexible work arrangements varies by division, department, and position, based upon business and operational needs.

Limitations to flexible work arrangements are outlined in the official policy.

Prohibition of Remote Work Outside New York State : Remote work locations outside New York State are not authorized by the College due to out-of-state tax and regulatory implications.

In limited circumstances, prompted by business or operational needs, the College may approve requests to work remotely outside of New York State, on a short term, temporary basis.

Monroe Community College prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, familial status, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, domestic violence, victim status, criminal conviction, or any other characteristic or status protected by state or federal laws or College policy in admissions, employment, and treatment of students and employees, or in any aspect of the business of the College.

Application Instructions :

Returning applicants may to their Monroe Community College Careers Account to apply for this position. See the for using our online system.

Please if you need assistance applying through this website.

The following documents MUST be submitted to be considered for this position :

1. Resume / CV

2. Cover Letter

Please note : As part of the application process all applicants will be asked to provide the contact information for 3 professional references.

References will only be contacted after interviews have occurred and only for applicants who are considered as finalists for the opportunity they applied to.