Payroll Supervisor

About Seattle Parks and Recreation:

Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is a national leader and innovator in the services and programs we provide to our residents who enjoy our public spaces such as parks, community centers, specialty gardens and swimming pools. Our mission is to equip employees and the public for well-being as we support healthy people, a thriving environment and vibrant community. We provide safe and accessible spaces for residents and visitors to work, recreate, rejuvenate and enhance quality of life and wellness for children, teenagers, adults and seniors. Delivering excellent customer service to all is a core value.

Equity & Inclusion

Seattle Parks and Recreation commits to advancing equity and social justice in our department and in every neighborhood by growing a dynamic and diverse workforce, developing strong investments, growth opportunities and beneficial partner strategies as we acknowledge and pledge to close disparities created by historical practices which often hindered workforce development, environmental justice, access to quality open spaces, programs, and facilities. #OneSeattle

About the Finance Division

Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is looking for an innovative, detail-oriented people leader who will deliver excellent customer service to all employees and build a strong and engaged team.

As part of Seattle Parks and Recreation’s (SPR’s) Finance and Administration Services Division, the Payroll Supervisor is responsible for supervising a team of three within the Payroll team. The Payroll Supervisor reports to the Accounting Manager. This individual will perform a variety of professional payroll and benefits functions for our large department. 

• Manage a payroll team to process bi-weekly payroll for 1000 SPR employees adhering to strict deadlines and conducting internal audits of labor charges for compliance with personnel policies and 20 bargaining agreements.
• Manage payroll process in Workday (Finance &HR system) to ensure all wages, deductions, and payroll elements are correct for each payroll run.
• Lead, supervise, and motivate payroll team.
• Research personal rules, labor relations and benefits to fix payroll issues.
• Prepare ad hoc payroll related reports to supervisors and management. 
• Respond to employees and management regarding payroll inquires.
• Provides guidance and recommendations on Payroll issues, policies, and procedures.
• Assists in development and modification of internal payroll control policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requires a minimum of three years experience involving finance-related responsibilities and a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public or Personnel Administration, Accounting or related field (or a combination of education and/or training and/or experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class.

Desired Qualifications - You will be successful if you have the following experience, skills, and abilities:  

• 2 years of working experience with Workday Payroll system for a highly unionized workforce.

• Understands HR and Payroll related rules such as Benefits, Retirement, and Labor Relations.
• Leadership competencies that will promote high quality standards and teamwork to accomplish goals.
• Experience utilizing databases or data warehouse reporting tools to conduct financial research or analysis.
• Superb problem-solving, decision making and communication skills to assist employees and management with often complex issues.
• A great track record of working inclusively with staff and employees with diverse backgrounds.
• Proficiency working with business payroll or accounting software.
• The ability to work independently to complete deadlines and enjoys working in a fast-moving, collaborative, team-oriented environment.

Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

The full salary range for this position is $47.54 to $55.32 per hour.

Application Process

Please submit the following with your online application: 

• A cover letter in which you clearly describe how your knowledge, experience, skills, and abilities prepare you for the job responsibilities and qualifications outlined in the job announcement 
• A current resume of your educational and professional work experience. 

Who May Apply: This position is open to all candidates that meet the qualifications.  Seattle Parks and Recreation values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Seattle Parks and Recreation encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQIA , people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences.

Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process, including the completion of a background check. The background check will involve a criminal history check, which includes conviction and arrest records in compliance with the Seattle’s Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.17and the City of Seattle Personnel Rule 10.3. A driving history review may be conducted in compliance with SMC 4.79.020.Applicants will be provided an opportunity to explain or correct background information.

The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation time, 12 paid holidays, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and-covered-family-members/most-employees-plans.

Want to know more about Parks and Recreation? Check out our web page: Seattle Parks and Recreation - Parks | seattle.gov

SPR’s Core Competencies are:
Accountability & Action: Holding yourself accountable for achieving goals, completing tasks, and delivering quality work. Demonstrating thoughtful initiative in actions and decision-making, and promoting high quality standards. 
 
Equity and Inclusion: Supporting the goals of the Race and Social Justice Initiative and the City's commitment to workforce equity. 
 
Communication: Sharing and exchanging information and ideas with people in a variety of ways to help them understand and remember the information. 
 
Service: An ongoing commitment to base decisions and actions on the needs and priorities of the City. 
 
Teamwork: Participating as an engaged member of a team to achieve group goals. Effectively working with internal and external people to complete tasks and achieve work group goals.

Salary : $48 - $55