Sheriff's Office Payroll Clerk

Position Overview Reporting to the Payroll Manager, the Sheriff’s Office Payroll Clerk processes and maintains personnel actions for department employees, analyzes and resolves payroll-related issues, and applies State and Federal leave and disability laws, memoranda of understanding, Board resolutions, and other complex payroll policies. The Clerk serves as a key point of contact, providing accurate payroll information and guidance to staff at all levels. Responsibilities Process and maintain personnel actions and payroll data, ensuring accuracy and compliance with all relevant policies. Analyze payroll discrepancies and resolve issues in a timely manner. Apply statutory and contractual leave and benefit policies to employee pay and deductions. Provide accurate payroll information and guidance to department staff and employees. Maintain payroll records and prepare periodic reports for statistical and administrative purposes. Train new and existing staff on payroll procedures and systems. Qualifications Experience: Any combination of work experience that provides knowledge of payroll, bookkeeping, or accounting activities, including the processing of payroll and personnel records. Two years of relevant experience is preferred. Education: Any combination of education and training that provides a foundation in accounting, business administration, or related fields. A Certified Payroll Professional Certificate (CPP) is desirable. License: Valid driver’s license at the appropriate level, including endorsements, may be required for certain duties. The position does not require a California driver’s license. Knowledge: County payroll and personnel records systems; salary policies and corporate ROE; memoranda of understanding; classification plan; wage codes; and the master salary table. Working Knowledge: County payroll system, inter-relationships with the Auditor‑Controller’s Office and Personnel Department, benefits, insurances, allowances, deductions, tax withholdings, and payroll codes. Ability to: Interpret and explain payroll policies; perform rapid, accurate arithmetic calculations; maintain cooperative relationships; lead clerical staff; train new employees; analyze problems; meet deadlines; prepare reports; and operate electronic information systems at a speed of 40 words per minute. Benefits Salary advancement after 1,040 hours and annual increases for performance. Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays, and 8 floating holiday hours per year. County-paid health premium contributions – 100% coverage for most health plan options. Post‑retirement health reimbursement arrangement to fund health insurance. Pension fully integrated with Social Security. Paid parental leave – up to 8 weeks after 12 months of employment. Dental, vision, disability, life insurance, employee assistance program, and professional development. Student loan debt relief under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Additional benefits available through the SEIU Local 1021 Memorandum of Understanding and the Employee Benefits Directory. EEO & Diversity Statement The County of Sonoma is dedicated to a diverse workforce and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made based on merit, competence, performance, and business need. #J-18808-Ljbffr