DOC Statewide Payroll & Timekeeping Analyst

Position Overview The Executive II position serves as a statewide payroll and timekeeping analyst for the department. This individual will build, review and validate employee timesheets, conduct and participate in audits, and assist with system upgrades, testing and configuration changes related to payroll and timekeeping applications. The ideal candidate would be self-motivated, task oriented, and organized. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply. Essential Functions Under direction of the Payroll and Timekeeping Manager, serves as a statewide payroll and timekeeping analyst for the department. Builds, reviews, and validates employee timesheets, ensuring correct application of pay rules, overtime, leave accruals, and differentials. Conducts and participates in audits of payroll and timekeeping records. Assists with system upgrades, testing, and configuration changes related to payroll and timekeeping applications. Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonable within the scope of the duties enumerated above. Minimum Qualifications Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college, preferably with coursework in business or public administration, accounting, human resources, or a related field. Requires two (2) years of responsible administrative experience working with payroll and timekeeping data. Specialized Skills Requires two (2) years of advanced experience utilizing Microsoft Excel, VBA, Microsoft Access, and SharePoint, including using formulas, lookups, and data analysis tools. Preferred Qualifications Prefers at least two (2) years of advanced experience utilizing Microsoft Excel, VBA, Microsoft Access, and SharePoint, including using formulas, lookups, and data analysis tools. Prefers at least two (2) years of experience building user forms and reporting dashboards by integrating Microsoft Access with Excel and external data sources. Prefers at least three (3) years of experience developing audit tracking tools and exception reporting systems and implementing data validation and compliance controls. Prefers ability to interpret policies, labor agreements, and pay rules. Conditions of Employment Requires ability to pass the IDOC/IDJJ background check. Requires ability to pass a drug screen. The use of unauthorized drugs by an employee, regardless of position held, is prohibited. Required to utilize digital technology, tools, platforms, and processes in managing and supporting various digital enhancements for greater efficiency, productivity, and digital transformation efforts within the department. Applicants are required to abide by all vaccine and/or other medical standards as set out by the employer. The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description. Work Hours: See below 8am-4:30pm Mon-Fri, Sat/Sun off Headquarter Location: 1000 E Converse Ave, Springfield, Illinois, 62702 Work County: Sangamon Agency Contact: Jamie Barrett Email: View email address on click.appcast.io Posting Group: Employee Services This position DOES contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs). The Illinois Department of Corrections is a multicultural agency deeply committed to ensuring diversity, equity, and inclusion. This commitment is at the forefront of our operations, hiring, policies and procedures, and training. We recognize the benefit of workplace empowerment, the importance of diversity and fully support an environment where ALL employees are treated fairly, respectfully, and have equal access to opportunities and resources necessary to thrive and contribute to the agency’s success. IDOC genuinely values the differences of individuals in our custody and is committed to ensuring a healthy living environment where they feel valued, respected, and included. Through our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), we shall establish and uphold agency policies and practices conducive to eliminating all forms of exclusion including, but not limited to, racism, ageism, ableism, sexism, discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender, and religious oppression. The IDOC team works to serve justice in Illinois and increase public safety by promoting positive change in behavior of individuals in custody, operating successful reentry programs, and reducing victimization. Employees enjoy excellent benefits, including: health, vision, and dental insurance retirement plan and deferred compensation state holidays and other benefit time off pre-tax benefit programs The department also offers extensive training and career advancement opportunities. The Illinois Department of Corrections is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr