Payroll Specialist - 61007854

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The purpose of this position is to process and administer agency payroll to ensure employees are paid accurately and timely while maintaining compliance with organizational policies and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.

The position serves as a subject matter expert on payroll processes, provides support to employees and supervisors, prepares reports and documentation, and coordinates payroll-related activities with internal departments and external agencies.Payroll Processing and Compliance: Process agency payroll to ensure all compensation-related adjustments are accurate and processed timely, including new hires, terminations, and compensation updates.

Ensure payroll compliance with organizational policies, contractual obligations, and applicable federal, state and local regulations.

Create reports as needed, monitor compliance, and recommend process improvements when appropriate.Audit and Reporting Support: Support internal and external audits by preparing and providing required payroll documentation and reconciliations.Agency and Department Coordination: Serve as a liaison for payroll-related activities with external agencies and internal departments (e.g., PEBA, State Treasurer’s Office, Comptroller General’s Office, SC Department of Revenue, Finance & Operations, SCEIS, and other relevant departments as needed).Employee Support and Training: Respond to inquiries and provide guidance to employees and supervisors regarding payroll matters such as earnings, pay discrepancies, W-4s, paystub reprints, W-2 reissues, and other payroll-related requests.

Assist in facilitating payroll-related training for employees and supervisors and collaborate with other agency departments as needed.Other Duties: Performs other related duties and special projects as assigned.

Requirements

State Minimum Requirements: A bachelor’s degree and relevant human resources experience. A master’s degree in human resources management may substitute for the required experience.

Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

Agency Additional Requirements: A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or human resources. Have 1–3 years of payroll, accounting, or HR administrative experience.

Working knowledge of payroll laws, including the Fair Labor Standards Act and payroll tax requirements.

Strong attention to detail, ability to maintain confidentiality, and ability to meet strict payroll deadlines.

**Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications, subject to approval by the DPH Chief Human Resources Officer or their designee.**

Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring.

Qualifications

Additional Information

EEO: The Department of Public Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, or genetic information.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: Applicants needing accommodation for medical reasons or a sincerely held religious belief may submit a request for accommodation. A reasonable accommodation may be granted if it doesn't impose an undue hardship or pose a direct threat to the health and safety of others.

STATE DISASTER PLAN: In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, Department of Public Health employees may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.

DRIVING RECORD: If this position requires the applicant to possess a valid driver's license to operate a state vehicle or personal vehicle, any applicant being considered in the final stages of selection for the position will be required to provide a certified copy of a 10-year driving record.

The South Carolina Department of Public Health offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• 15 days Annual (Vacation) Leave per year
• 15 days Sick Leave per year
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click here for additional information.
• S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation)
• Retirement benefit choices *
  • State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
  • State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)

*Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.

HYBRID WORK: The option to work partially remote or adjusted work hours may be available after 12 months of employment for approved positions.