STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

Payroll Clerk

Central Office

Recruitment #180522-6157CL-001

Introduction

The Department of Developmental Services - Central Office - has one (1) current full-time job opportunity for a Payroll Clerk in the Human Resources/Payroll Division based out of the DDS office in Cheshire, CT. DDS is a large 24/7 agency and eligible to use the job class of Payroll Clerk (Three-Shift Operations). Candidate hired into this Payroll Clerk position would be eligible for promotion by reclassification to a Payroll Clerk (Three-Shift Operations) at the agency's discretion once they meet the minimum experience and training requirements for the Payroll Clerk (Three-Shift Operations) class.

This is a full-time forty (40) hour per week position. The work schedule is Monday through Friday 7:30am-4:00pm. However, must be flexible in order to meet the needs of the agency.

This posting is open ONLY to current State employees.

Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening and must specify their qualifications on their application.

Please note you will be unable to make revisions once you submit your application for this posting to the JobAps system.

Selection Plan

Incumbents in this class will be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator's license.

Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.

If selected for further consideration, at time of interview, State employees may be required to provide last two (2) service ratings.

In order to be considered for this job opening, you must be a current state employee, who has permanent state status and meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening.  You must specify your qualifications on your application. 

Should you have questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Daimar Ramos at Daimar.Ramos@ct.gov or (860) 263-2625.

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In a state agency this class is accountable for preparing and maintaining biweekly regular, overtime and supplemental payrolls for an assigned group of employees and performing various payroll support activities.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

The Payroll Clerk assists with the processing of a large biweekly payroll including the audit and data entry of timesheets including high volume of overtime, shift and weekend differential, and holiday payments. The majority of DDS employees are represented by Bargaining Unit 1199 which has extensive payroll nuances requiring the diligent entry, review, approval and reconciliation. The Payroll Clerk processes biweekly payroll changes including credit union, withholding, direct deposit, union dues; verifies AI's and CBI's when due, prepares check distribution, maintains payroll forms, processes salary adjustments, answers payroll related questions from employees, completes wage verifications and filing. At present, there are approximately 3,000 employees at DDS.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Knowledge of payroll terminology, practices and procedures; knowledge of basic accounting and bookkeeping principles and procedures; knowledge of general office procedures; skill in performing arithmetic computations; basic interpersonal skills; ability to read, understand and apply applicable contract guidelines and regulations; ability to maintain records and files; ability to follow complex oral and written instructions; ability to operate office equipment which includes personal computer and other electronic equipment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Three (3) years of experience in bookkeeping, accounts payable or clerical work involving finances.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE

One (1) year of the General Experience must have involved payroll preparation.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

1. College training may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of two (2) years.
2. One (1) year as a Financial Clerk performing payroll duties may be substituted for the General and Special Experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to use internet and web based resources including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel) and Outlook

• Experience with CORE-CT (PeopleSoft)

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Excellent customer services skills

• Considerable interpersonal skills

• Strong attention to detail

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Demonstrated ability to manage a large volume of work and prioritize effectively to achieve results in a set timeframe

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Persons having responsibility for supervising or observing the behavior of inmates or custodial clients will be required to possess a high school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) certification by the time of permanent appointment.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.