Time and Attendance Liaison

The New York State Senate is seeking a reliable, organized and detail-oriented individual with a team player attitude to fill a position in our Personnel Office. The professional for this role will be competent in prioritizing and working with little supervision, as well as displaying genuine commitment to working collaboratively and professionally with the team. The Time and Attendance Liaison works directly with staff and management to ensure the timely submission of employee time and attendance records, in addition to a host of other time-keeping duties.

Responsibilities in this dynamic role include (but not limited to):

• Verification of time and attendance records for authorization and completeness;
• Assist Senators and employees with time and attendance questions on the phone and in person;
• Update employees’ time and attendance balances; and prepare biweekly mailing.
• Return time and attendance records to supervisors of time and attendance to have any errors or incomplete items resolved.
• Proof previous day’s work for other employees.
• Send letters to employees with copies to appointing authorities regarding negative balances in vacation, personal or sick time.
• Process corrected time and attendance records.
• Conduct exit interviews to make sure employees are aware of Senate property that needs to be returned.
• If necessary, enter information from change of employment status forms.
• Review employment papers and assign personal leave to new employees.
• Type and proof termination reviews.
• Any other duties required when the Time and Attendance Supervisor is unavailable.
• Other administrative duties may be required as needed by the office.

The most qualified candidates will have:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail is a must
• Must have the ability to work with a variety of people and situations.
• Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic computer knowledge and appropriate software proficiency required.
• Ability to maintain the upmost confidentiality is required.
• Previous time keeping experience heavily preferred, but we are willing to train the right person.

Salary range is $40,000 to $45,000, commensurate with education and experience.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to esmith@nysenate.gov

Submissions that do not include both will not be considered.

This recruitment will remain open until filled. Due to the volume of applications, we will not be able to respond to each applicant.

The NYS Senate offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes a health and wellness in the workplace program that you and your family can benefit from:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Sick time
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance
• Wellness Program

The New York State Senate is an Equal Opportunity employer that values a diverse and equitable workplace. We do not permit discrimination based on race, age, creed, color, religion, gender/sex, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, familial status, national origin, predisposing genetic characteristics, or physical or mental disability, domestic violence victim status, arrest/criminal conviction record, pregnancy and related conditions, gender identity or expression, sexual harassment, immigration status, or hair texture or protective hair styles.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $40,000 - $45,000