Payroll Associate #S_230000

Payroll Associate (Curtis, NE or North Platte, NE)

Position Information
Working Title Payroll Associate (Curtis, NE or North Platte, NE)
Department Greater NE Business Center-0888
Requisition Number S_230000
Posting Open Date 01/03/2023
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 02/28/2023
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes

Description of Work
The Payroll Associate serves in a customer-facing role and is responsible for ensuring payroll related personnel actions are completed in a timely and accurate manner and in compliance with all applicable institutional, UNL, State, and Federal regulations, policies, and guidelines. The Payroll Associate primarily executes routine payroll transactions and provides departmental human resource-related support in a subsidiary capacity. The Payroll Associate will work closely with employees within the departments served, as well as functional office staff, providing a high level of customer service and professionalism in all interactions. This position functions under close supervision and is expected utilize technology to provide professional services.

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees' differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse populations we serve. The university fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. As an EO/AA employer, qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See: http://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination.

Minimum Required Qualifications
High school diploma plus two years of related payroll and/or human resources work experience; equivalent education/experience considered. Experience or training in Microsoft applications. A willingness and demonstrated ability to learn new hardware and software systems. Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality in compliance with rules and regulations, including HIPAA and FERPA guidelines on the disclosure of information. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal formats. Demonstrated ability to build and maintain positive relationships within and outside of reporting lines. Demonstrated ability to establish priorities and meet deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications
Experience functioning in team environment. Experience with SAP or large integrated finance or human resources system. Knowledge of payroll and/or human resources terminology and practices. Knowledge of federal and state laws and guidelines related to business practices.

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required No
Physical Required No
Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. No
Criminal History Background Check Required Yes
Posted Salary $18.766/hour minimum

Job Category (old) Office/Service
Job Type Full-Time
Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5) Evenings and weekends may be required on occasion.
Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? No