SENIOR PAYROLL CLERK

Job Description:

SENIOR PAYROLL CLERK

Description

POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED
Posting Number: PN# 37633
Division: FAMILY VIOLENCE
Reporting Location: 1200 TRAVIS HOU, TX 77002
Workdays & Hours: MONDAY - FRIDAY; 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM*
*Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Provides complex processing of payroll, P.D. Form 201's, retirement applications and clerical accounting activities. Compiles payroll statistics and data from above for management reports. Processes and communicates benefit procedures and policies to employees. Responsible, directly or through lower level payroll clerks, for processing all changes in department employee payroll status.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Prepares and monitors general payroll and P.D. Form 201 activities, procedures, and various reports for compliance with city ordinances, policies, and procedures.
• Maintains department personnel/payroll records and prepares related reports.
• Answers employees' payroll, personnel, retirement, worker's compensation, and/or benefit inquiries.
• Resolves payroll check discrepancies and/or P.D. Form 201 discrepancies.
• Confers with employees when special payroll problems occur.
• Performs data entry activities to update records.
• May process retirement applications.
• May calculate and post department employees' earnings, including overtime, shift differentials, deductions, and exemptions.
• May assist in distribution of paychecks.
• Reconciles payroll and accounting reports.
• May train timekeepers/payroll clerks in maintaining records.
• Processes payroll wage statements as required.
• Performs other duties as necessary.
• All duties and responsibilities may not be included in the above job descriptions.

WORKING CONDITIONS
The position occasionally requires stooping or bending. Occasional very light lifting, such as three or four reams of papers or books (up to 20 pounds or an equivalent weight) may be required.

“Must be able to pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearance where required.”

If applicable, the applicant’s past performance evaluations, past and present supervisory recommendations, and/or Internal Affairs complaint history will be reviewed and considered.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires a High School Diploma or a GED.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Two (2) years of payroll/payroll-related experience.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
None.

PREFERENCES

• Knowledge of Personal Computers.
• Experience processing payroll for a Government Agency.
• Experience verifying timecards and resolving timecard discrepancies.
• Experience training employees for payroll-related tasks.

**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED
None. Department may administer skills assessment test.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION NO

SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate’s qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

Pay Grade 13

APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov .

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call (713-308-1228).

If you need special services or accommodations, call (713-308-1228). (TTY 7-1-1 )

If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EEO Equal Employment Opportunity
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Wellness
• Supplemental Insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Retirement pension
• 457 deferred compensation plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 days of vacation each year
• 11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
• Compensable Sick Leave
• Personal Leave
• Flexible schedules
• Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions
• Professional development opportunities
• Transportation/parking plan
• Section 125 pretax deductions
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html

Closing Date/Time: 12/3/2025 11:59 PM Central

Salary:

$21.69 - $24.28 Hourly