Administrative Assistant II (NHS Business Services-Payroll and Administrative Support)

Peoria; Peoria, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 31,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Peoria is seeking an Administrative Assistant II to provide payroll and timekeeping support in Workday for the Neighborhood and Human Services Department, as well as Parks & Recreation and Arts, Culture & Library Services. This 0.75 FTE (30 hours per week) role emphasizes accuracy, timeliness, and reliable support across multiple divisions.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on payroll experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to navigate timekeeping inquiries while

Qualifications

• Education: High school graduation or equivalency.
• Experience: Minimum of two (2) years related experience with comparable responsibilities.
• Licenses and Certifications: Valid AZ Driver’s License upon hire

Responsibilities

• Process and review payroll and timekeeping information for accuracy and completion every two weeks.
• Audit employee time entries and identify discrepancies, irregularities or missing information.
• Provide responsive and knowledgeable support to employees and supervisors with payroll and timekeeping questions, including questions about administrative and union regulations.
• Run reports and review data to identify issues requiring follow-up.
• Handle employee and payroll information with appropriate confidentiality and discretion.

Skills

Payroll processing

Timekeeping

Excel skills

Workday system

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Organization

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Workday

Job description

Application Deadline: September 13, 2026

Salary Range: Min $22.24 - Mid $27.58 - Max $32.92

Department: Neighborhood and Human Services

Minimum Requirements:
Education: High school graduation or equivalency.
Experience: Minimum of two (2) years related experience with comparable responsibilities.
Licenses and Certifications: Valid AZ Driver’s License upon hire

Preferred/Desired Qualifications: Experience in a municipal or government setting.

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT II – Payroll & Administrative Support

Looking for a role where your attention to detail matters, your payroll expertise is valued and you can make a meaningful contribution without committing to a traditional full‑time schedule? The Neighborhood & Human Services (NHS) Department is seeking an experienced, detail‑oriented Administrative Assistant II to join the Business Services team in a 0.75 FTE (30 hours per week) position with a primary focus on payroll and timekeeping support (in Workday) for not only the NHS Department but Parks & Recreation and Arts, Culture & Library Services as well.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who understands that accurate payroll is about much more than the numbers – it is about making sure employees are paid correctly and on time, helping staff navigate timekeeping questions, catching discrepancies before they become problems and providing dependable support to three busy and diverse departments. The ideal candidate will bring hands‑on payroll and timekeeping experience, strong attention to detail and the ability to research and resolve discrepancies with accuracy and good judgement. Just as important, we are looking for someone who enjoys helping employees, communicates clearly and patiently and takes pride in being a person others can count on to get the details right. The hiring range for this position is $22.24 to $27.58 per hour, depending on qualifications. This position is three‑quarter time at 30 hours per week, 4 days a week.

What Will You Do

Payroll will be at the heart of this position. You will help ensure employee time and payroll information is accurate and processed on schedule. Responsibilities will include:

• Processing and reviewing payroll and timekeeping information for accuracy and completion every two weeks.
• Auditing employee time entries and identifying discrepancies, irregularities or missing information.
• Providing responsive and knowledge support to employees and supervisors with payroll and timekeeping questions, including questions about administrative and union regulations.
• Running reports and reviewing data to identify issues requiring follow‑up.
• Handling employee and payroll information with appropriate confidentiality and discretion.

While payroll is the primary focus, you will also be an important administrative resource for staff. Depending on operational needs from day to day, you will:

• Create and maintain spreadsheets, reports, forms and other administrative documents.
• Gather, compile and verify information for reports and special projects.
• Assist with personnel and other administrative processes and documents.
• Help employees navigate routine administrative processes and provide training or guidance when needed.

Who Thrives in This Role

• Has direct experience processing payroll and/or employee timekeeping and understands the importance of getting it right.
• Has strong Excel skills and experience working with Human Capital Management (HCM) or electronic timekeeping systems, especially Workday.
• Can work through detailed information without losing sight of deadlines.
• Enjoys helping employees in various locations and can explain processes in a clear, approachable way.
• Is organized enough to manage recurring deadlines while still responding to the unexpected from day to day.

About Peoria

The City of Peoria, AZ is a thriving city in the Northwest Valley that provides excellent municipal services to our community. Recently named by AZ Big Media as the Best Place to Live, Work, and Play, we are committed to maintaining the level of service to our residents to sustain and enhance the lives and culture of Peoria. If you are passionate about providing excellent service through anticipating our community's needs, creating partnerships, promoting sustainability, and embracing diversity, then Peoria is the place for you! Get an inside look at the Culture of Peoria. We are PEORIA! Professional, Ethical, Open, Responsive, Innovative, Accountable.

Values

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