Payroll Operations Technician

Virginia's Community College System; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 46,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid telework

Job summary

Virginia’s Community Colleges System (VCCS) Shared Services Center in Botetourt-023 is seeking a Payroll Operations Technician to support payroll processing and related HR tasks. The role requires careful data handling, Excel proficiency, and a customer-focused approach in a fast-paced environment.

Hybrid telework is available, with a Monday–Friday schedule. The position offers a $46,000–$52,000 salary range and is designed for candidates who value accuracy, attention to detail, and

Qualifications

• Previous experience handling multiple administrative tasks/assignments.
• Customer service experience.
• Functional knowledge of Human Resource Information Systems.
• Experience with MS Office, especially Excel.
• Experience handling and reporting large volumes of data with accuracy.

Skills

Data retrieval

Analytical thinking

Customer service

Verbal communication

Excel skills

Office suite

HRIS familiarity

Tools

Microsoft Office

HRIS systems

PeopleSoft/Oracle

Database tools

Job description

Working Title Payroll Operations Technician Role Title Admin and Office Spec III Role Code 19013-SW FLSA Nonexempt Pay Band 03 Position Number 27000336 Agency VCCS-Shared Services Center Division Shared Services Center (Div) Work Location Botetourt - 023 Hiring Range $46,000 - $52,000 Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category 6-Administrative Support Full Time or Part Time Full Time Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- Yes Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? No Work Schedule Monday – Friday 8am – 5pm Sensitive Position No Job Description

Innovation allows an organization to make the most of every dollar spent. At Virginia’s Community Colleges System (VCCS), our compelling mission, our ambitious strategic plan and our fiscal realities challenge us to ensure that community college resources are maximized for the priority of student success and credential completion. Nestled between the Blue Ridge and Appalachian Mountains, the VCCS Shared Services Center is centrally located to all 23 colleges in the VCCS, 43 miles from Blacksburg, VA, and a four-hour drive from Washington, D.C. A vital part of the ever-growing Roanoke Valley, Daleville is a haven for tourists and residents alike. Within an hour’s drive are the breathtaking Smith Mountain Lake, world-famous Appalachian Trail, and many other outdoor activities, including golfing, biking, and hiking. The thriving Historic City Market in downtown Roanoke and the Daleville Town Center and Performance Pavilion also host farmers markets, community and cultural events, and festivals throughout the year. The VCCS Shared Services Center is an innovation strategy to advance the priority of student success, reduce the administrative burden on individual colleges, consolidate transaction-based functions, create economies of scale, and improve backroom process efficiency. This work allows the VCCS to better focus resources on the students – helping them start their educational journeys, persist, and succeed.

Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

Knowledge

• Basic math, professional phone and email etiquette, and standard business communications
• Computer systems, HRIS systems, and Microsoft Office programs
• Basic understanding of payroll and human resource principles

Skills

• Retrieving and manipulating data via online access in database files through various software applications.
• Analytical and critical thinking.
• Strong verbal communication, writing, and proofreading/editing.
• Strong customer service.
• Computer expertise with knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent mathematical aptitude and numerical skills.

Abilities

• Ability to organize and manage workflow to ensure payroll tasks are processed accurately and timely.
• Ability to deal sensitively with confidential information.
• Ability to work independently as well as a team member.
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple customers and priorities.
• Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies.

Attributes

• Willingness and ability to be flexible and to grow professionally as the position changes.
• Practices ethical behavior and demonstrates and supports the SSC values and mission.
• Remains optimistic and supportive of established procedures while looking for process improvements and efficiencies.

Minimum Qualifications

• Previous experience handling multiple administrative tasks/assignments at one time
• Customer service experience
• Functional knowledge of Human Resource Information Systems
• Experience with MS Office, especially Excel
• Experience handling and reporting large volumes of data with accuracy

Additional Considerations

• Experience with Peoplesoft/Oracle systems
• Experience with financial and/or payroll reconciliation processes
• Knowledge of Process Improvement Techniques
• Adobe Acrobat Pro skills
• Shared services or call center experience
• Experience in higher education and/or state government

Operation of a State Vehicle No Supervises Employees No Required Travel Less than 5%.

Hybrid telework available!

Sponsorship will not be offered for this position.

Background Check Statement Disclaimer The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/

EEO Statement The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

E-Verify Statement VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.