SENIOR PAYROLL SPECIALIST (TECHNICAL MANAGER III)

Agency: Department of Transportation
Position Title: Technical Manager III
Closing Date/Time: 02/26/2025
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $5,055 Monthly; Full Range: $5,055-$8,800/Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 3

Plan/BU: NR916 Pro-Tech Teamsters

 

 

 

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

 

All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.

 

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

 

Posting Identification Number 44522 - IPR#47825

 

 

Position Overview

This position is accountable for assisting the Payroll Supervisor in administrative functions relating to the accurate and timely submission of the district payrolls; responding to inquiries from district employees; processing salaried and hourly turnaround documents in the preparation of submittal for the payroll; and verifying pay adjustments for compliance with personnel policies and union agreements.

 

 

Why Work for Illinois?

 

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

 

No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

 

Essential Functions

• Assists the Payroll Supervisor in the accurate and timely submission of district payrolls ensuring all employees are paid correctly.
• Prepares all technical/nontechnical payrolls. Prepares turnaround (payroll) for technical/nontechnical employees reflecting any exceptions.
• Advises district personnel regarding timekeeping policies and resolves associated difficulties by serving as a resource with all district office/field locations.
• Maintains attendance records for all district employees. Distributes monthly leave balance reports for all employees. Audits and processes timecards for district employees which includes leave time, overtime, temporary assignment, military pay differential, etc.
• Prepares various forms requiring verification of time records/employment for the retirement system, insurance, mortgage applications, etc. Prepares and processes deduction cards and processes deferred compensation forms.
• Prepares C-13 invoice vouches for military differential and B82 deductions for payments to the State Employee