MSP Statewide Payroll Coordinator - Job ID 89532
6 days ago
Saint Paul
Job Description Job Summary This position exists to provide leadership, administrative/technical support, planning, coordination, and direction to the state payroll system for the 18 State Patrol District/Section Timekeepers. To serve in an expert capacity for AFSCME, LELS Unit 17 Radio Communications Operators, LELES Unit 18, LELS Unit 19, the Commissioner’s Plan, Managerial Plan, MAPE, MLEA, and MMA timekeeping contract issues. To serve as State Patrol’s primary point of contact to State Patrol Supervisors, Timekeepers, and other clientele regarding Public Safety operations to ensure proper adherence to state laws, and policies. Serve as the primary payroll administrator, overseeing all aspects of the payroll in self-time entry and SEMA4 payroll program, including payroll/budget reporting, and special projects that require specific payroll needs. Responsible for training all of the State Patrol’s 18 District/Section Timekeepers. To coordinate the forum and training during statewide training roundtable related to all aspects of payroll. Serve as the primary resource person for the SPAIS activity system for all State Patrol personnel. The Department of Public Safety is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DPS does not participate in E-Verify Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Two* (2) years of experience that supports an area of specialized knowledge or provides administrative support, paraprofessional, or advance technical experience. Experience should include the following: • Experience working with SEMA4., • Math skills sufficient to compute totals, averages, and percentages of numerical data to check or reconcile data. Skill in developing and modifying electronic spreadsheets., • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite; specifically, Excel and Word., • English skills sufficient to interpret complex statutes, laws, policies and procedures, and bargaining unit contracts, to prepare well written correspondence and reports, and to communicate clearly and diplomatically with all levels of management, staff and customers to resolve issues appropriately., • Customer service skills (phone, in-person, written) sufficient to provide high quality of day-to-day service to a variety of customer discussions and agencies on a wide range of topics; and to communicate effectively with customers, vendors, and staff when providing information, guidance, and resolution to problems. Preferred Qualifications • Experience processing payroll, including identifying and solving problems with varied degree of complexity., • Experience interpreting complex statutes, laws, policies and procedures, and bargaining unit contracts., • Working knowledge and experience in the State of Minnesota's Statewide Integrated Financial Tools (SWIFT) and SWIFT Data Warehouse. Very Light: Requires occasionally moving and transporting such articles as file folders and small tools. May need to maintain a stationary position for long periods of time while carrying out job duties. Additional Requirements This position requires successful completion of the following: It is the policy of the Department of Public Safety that all employees submit to a background investigation prior to employment, includes the following components: • Criminal History Check, • Reference Check Application Details How to Apply Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email . For additional information about the application process, go to . Contact If you have questions about this position, contact Megan Lund at . To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Megan Lund at . About Public Safety Dept The Minnesota Department of Public Safety (DPS) is a diverse, complex agency dedicated to serving communities across the state. DPS has 10 public facing and four support divisions with about 2,400 dedicated employees operating programs statewide that all have one goal: Building a safer Minnesota. Working together to improve the state we love. What do Minnesota's State employees have in common? • A sense of purpose in their work, • Connection with their coworkers and communities As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well. Your benefits may include: • Paid vacation and sick leave, • 12 paid holidays each year, • Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans, • Fertility care, including IVF, • Diabetes care, • Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children, • 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children, • Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years), • Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death, • Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury, • Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care, • Training, classes, and professional development, • A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance, • Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues, • Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota. Company DescriptionWhen you bring your career to the State of Minnesota, the work you do affects the quality of life of millions of Minnesotans. From those who shape policy, to those who keep us safe, preserve our environment, or take care of our most vulnerable populations, we take our responsibilities to the public seriously. We need diverse and talented individuals – like you – to serve our great state and build a better Minnesota.When you bring your career to the State of Minnesota, the work you do affects the quality of life of millions of Minnesotans. From those who shape policy, to those who keep us safe, preserve our environment, or take care of our most vulnerable populations, we take our responsibilities to the public seriously. We need diverse and talented individuals – like you – to serve our great state and build a better Minnesota.