Payroll & Benefits Specialist (Entry Or Advanced)

Position Summary

The incumbents of these positions are responsible for all aspects of the payroll and employee benefits programs for staff. Duties include processing biweekly payroll; coordinating and processing employee benefit services; managing leave accounting; interpreting and applying wage and benefit provisions; providing direction to staff and managers on time and attendance and providing expert advice and counsel to management and staff on a variety of payroll and benefits related issues.

In addition to performing the above-listed duties, Payroll & Benefits Specialist-Advanced positions function as a subject matter expert, performing high-level problem solving, providing guidance and oversight of day-to-day work and decision making as needed and providing training on job tasks.

These positions require a high level of confidentiality, discretion, attention to detail, time management and professionalism.

To view the complete position descriptions for both levels, click the links below.

Payroll & Benefits Specialist | Payroll & Benefits Specialist - Advanced

Salary Information

Starting pay rates at the objective level, pay schedule-range 81-05, will be between $24.00 and $27.00 an hour. Starting pay rates at the advanced level, pay schedule-range 81-04, is between $28.00 and $32.00 an hour.

Current state employees' pay will be based on the provisions in the State of Wisconsin Compensation Plan. A twelve-month probationary period will be required.

Job Details

The level of the position and salary will be determined based on the qualifications of the selected candidate at the time of hire.

Prior to any appointments for position(s) filled from this announcement, candidates will be subject to a comprehensive criminal background check.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship) at the time of application.

Home internet connection is required to remotely connect to work systems. Computer hardware will be provided for remote work. However, at this time, this position will be expected to appear in person for at least part of the week.

Qualifications

Minimally qualified applicants will have experience:

• Performing payroll, benefits, or fiscal support duties (i.e., entering or processing payroll or benefits transactions, modifying timesheet entries, employee benefit administration, accounts receivable/ payable, etc.); and

• Auditing and resolving payroll and/or benefits discrepancies or fiscal data (i.e., verifying data, researching issues, timesheet or benefit adjustments, reconciliation, etc.).

Additionally, well-qualified applicants will have experience:

• Working with a Human Resources Information System (e.g., PeopleSoft, Workday, SAP, ADP, etc.) for payroll or benefit processing; or

• Processing payroll and/or benefits for a large organization (200 or more employees); or

• Performing payroll or benefit duties in a public sector, 24/7 or healthcare setting.

How To Apply

To be considered for this position, you must complete the online application. For instructions, refer to the following link:

Applying to State Service. A current letter of qualifications and resume must be attached to the online application.

Your letter of qualifications and resume are very important parts of your application and will be used during our evaluation process to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job. For instructions on developing your application and what should be included in these materials, click here.

Submitted materials will be evaluated and the most qualified applicants will be invited to an interview.

Permanent classified state employees who are eligible for consideration (transfer, voluntary demotion, or reinstatement) should complete the application process as described above by the stated deadline.

Veterans with a 30% or greater service-related disability rating are eligible for non-competitive appointments. If you meet this eligibility criteria, please send a letter of qualifications, resume, DD-214 (honorable discharge), and documentation of your service-connected disability rating (dated within 12 months) to the contact listed below. Current state employees in permanent positions are not eligible for non-competitive appointments.

Questions can be directed to Kevin Roberts at kevin.roberts@wisconsin.gov.

Deadline to Apply

All application materials must be received by 11:59 PM on May 8, 2024.