What are the responsibilities and job description for the Payroll Clerk position at Hudson City School District?
Announcement of Vacancy
Payroll Clerk Position
Location: Administration
Hours: 7 hours/day Monday - Friday (12 Mo. Position)
Rate of Pay: Contractual rate
Minimum Qualifications: See job description, which follows
*** This is a competitive Civil Service title and applicants must currently hold, or have held, this title permanently or be reachable on the Columbia County Civil Service Eligible List(s) for Payroll Clerk. ***
Job Qualifications
PAYROLL CLERK
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: The work involves responsibility for independently performing a variety of basic account keeping and payroll related tasks. A Payroll Clerk is responsible for processing the payroll and maintaining related payroll records. The work is performed under general supervision allowing for some exercise of independent judgment in carrying out the details of the work according to prescribed policies and procedures. Does related work as required.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: (Illustrative only)
Computes and makes appropriate payroll entries regarding hours worked, deductions, tax changes, overtime, etc.;
Prepares bi-weekly checks for payroll deposits, credit unions, union dues, garnishes, and Federal and State Income Tax payments;
Adjusts salary figures for individual employees based on hours worked;
Prepares and verifies Retirement System Report monthly, quarterly and annually for New York State Retirement System and New York State Teachers Retirement System;
Maintains enrollment data pertaining to employee's Health and Dental Insurance;
Maintains automated payroll/personnel files;
Answers telephone and written requests from employees concerning payroll related personnel matters;
May occasionally do typing or related clerical work as needed.
FULL PERFORMANCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES & PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:
Good knowledge of modern methods used in maintaining and reviewing payroll accounts and records; good knowledge of office terminology, procedures and equipment; good knowledge of business arithmetic and English; ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions; ability to make arithmetic computations rapidly and accurately; ability to type at a satisfactory rate of speed; ability to write legibly; clerical aptitude; mental alertness; tact; courtesy; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EITHER
Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and two (2) years of experience involving the maintenance of financial accounts and records; OR
Four (4) years of experience as defined above; OR
An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of A and B.
The Hudson City School District offers employment and educational opportunities, including vocational education opportunities without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, or handicap.
We welcome applications from those who contribute to our diversity.
Position Start Date:02/05/2025
Application Deadline:03/30/2025
Job Number: N011325-51
