Director of Payroll Programs & Strategic Projects

City of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 119,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension benefits

Paid holidays and leave

Pre-tax programs

Job summary

The City of New York seeks a Director, Payroll Programs & Special Projects to oversee public payroll operations across Uniform and Civilian Personnel, Payroll Relations, and related units. The role includes auditing salaries, handling complex differentials, and directing onboarding into NYCAPS for officers and civilian staff.

Responsibilities span leave and timekeeping, pension and welfare payments, and coordination with the Comptroller's Office and union entities.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in economics, finance, accounting, business or public administration and two years of related experience; 18 months in supervisory capacity.
• Bachelor's degree and four years of professional experience in budget/financial areas, with 18 months in supervisory roles.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and direct payroll operations including Uniform and Civilian Personnel and Leave Integrity Management.
• Audit base salaries, GWIs, promotions and other wage adjustments for accuracy.
• Direct onboarding data entry into NYCAPS for new officers and transitions of civilian employees.
• Supervise computation of differential pay, longevity, and shift differentials.
• Oversee Leave Integrity Management Section and payroll audits for retirees and separated staff.
• Monitor administrative leave penalties and monetary commands issued by the Department Advocate's Office.
• Manage payout of unused comp time, time adjustments, and workers' compensation restorations.
• Direct distribution of paychecks, paystubs, and W-2s; administer commuter benefits and direct deposit.
• Coordinate payroll representation at hiring events and respond to FOIL and Legal Bureau requests.
• Supervise payout of retention bonuses and union-related pay components; monitor funding for annuity and welfare.
• Monitor voucher balances and funding for discretionary payments.

Education

Master's degree in economics, finance, accounting, business or public administration

Bachelor's degree with four years of professional experience in budget administration, accounting, or related areas

Job description

The City of New York seeks a Director, Payroll Programs & Special Projects to oversee public payroll operations across Uniform and Civilian Personnel, Payroll Relations, and related units. The role includes auditing salaries, handling complex differentials, and directing onboarding into NYCAPS for officers and civilian staff.

Responsibilities span leave and timekeeping, pension and welfare payments, and coordination with the Comptroller's Office and union entities.