Technical Assistant, Payroll
Howard County Public School SystemAbout the role
ABOUT US
The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) is one of the leading school systems in Maryland and the nation. To learn more about us and our 2024 -2029 Strategic Plan, please visit our website and our careers page. Join our award-winning workforce and make a difference in the lives of our students!
ABOUT THE APPLICATION PROCESS
Before you begin, please read the position description below carefully and review our application instructions. Be sure your application reflects experience and education to meet any minimum qualifications listed on the job description. Once your application has been submitted, you will not be able to add documentation or make any changes. More details about application requirements are found below.
Please note that application submission will be available only through 11:59 PM on the date prior to the indicated end date. If no end date is indicated, the posting will remain open indefinitely.
Job Posting End Date:
07-10-2025Reminder: Current permanent and temporary employees must apply through the Jobs Hub in Workday, not the external career site.
DESCRIPTION
Under the direction of the Manager of Payroll, the Technical Assistant, Payroll is responsible for performing a variety of highly responsible and complex tasks related to processing employee payroll. The Technical Assistant is responsible for processing large-volume transactions rapidly and accurately completing computations for payroll including leave balance adjustments, sick leave bank reconciliation, manual time sheet entries, salary vouchers, payroll payables, and direct payments; specific assigned tasks may be distributed among several Technical Assistants for efficient processing.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A combination of education and experience may be considered.
Education:
High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Experience:
Five (5) years of experience with payroll, budget, accounting, or human resources.
One (1) year of experience utilizing spreadsheets to organize, manipulate, and analyze data.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
One (1) year of experience utilizing Workday or a similar Human Capital Management system.
Proficiency in using Microsoft Word and Excel.
Previous work experience in a PreK-12 school setting.
Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC).
ESSENTIAL POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
The below list is a summary of the functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties.
Enters leave of absence transactions or serves as backup for assigned groups of employees in accordance with applicable negotiated agreements and HCPSS policies. Enters leave as designated to employees on all leave types.
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