Introduction

Join an organization that strives to exceed customer expectations by delivering efficient, high-quality state government services. The Department of Administration (DOA) provides direct services to state agency customers and designs and leads initiatives to make government more innovative and cost-effective. Working at DOA offers you the opportunity to make an impact on the quality of life in Wisconsin.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging are core values at DOA that guide how we build our teams, develop our leaders, and create a culture that empowers everyone to be their authentic selves. We believe that when employees are respected and valued for who they are and are accountable for demonstrating that respect to others; it drives greater engagement and collaboration, ignites creativity and innovation, and fosters connection between teams and those we serve.

The Division of Personnel Management (DPM), Region 2 is currently recruiting to fill a Payroll & Benefits Specialist vacancy at either the entry or Advanced level. This position will be headquartered at the Department of Corrections (DOC), New Lisbon Correctional Institution in New Lisbon, WI. Region 2 provides HR services to the DOC.

In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring:

• Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of vacation to start, nine paid holidays, and ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year.
• Excellent and affordable health, vision, and dental benefits
• A casual office atmosphere and flexible work schedules depending on the position's requirements
• An exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment, plus an optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan
• DOC is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
• Well Wisconsin Wellness Program
• A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being

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Position Summary

This position is responsible for the preparation of complex bi-weekly payroll, fringe benefits, and leave accounting functions for approximately 260 employees. This position prepares and maintains reports, assists and counsels employees with wages and benefits, interprets pay and leave provisions affecting non-represented, represented and LTE employees. This requires extensive teamwork and communication with other Human Resources staff, supervisors, employees, and Central Payroll staff. This position works closely with both represented and non-represented employees.

Salary Information

Starting salary is between $23.00 and $37.30 per hour; plus, excellent benefits. Pay will be set in accordance with the Compensation Plan in effect at the time of hire. This entry level is in pay schedule and range 81-05 and the Advanced is in 81-04. A 12-month probationary period is required.

Job Details

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship) at the time of application. DOA, DPM Region 2 will conduct criminal background checks on applicants prior to selection to determine whether the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the job being filled.

Qualifications

Minimally qualified applicants will have education, training, and/or experience:
• Working with benefits administration and/or payroll processes such as payroll processing and auditing timesheets.
• Providing technical assistance and/or consultation relating to payroll, benefits, and/or HR related functions to employees/customers.
• Creating and managing reports, spreadsheets, memos, etc. to be used in a professional setting

In addition to the above, well qualified applicants will have:
• Education, training, and/or experience working with payroll and benefits information systems such as PeopleSoft, Kronos, QuickBooks, and ADP.
• Experience training/orientating employees to payroll, benefits, and/or HR topics.
• Experience working with the State of Wisconsin payroll and benefits processes, policies, and procedures.
• Experience providing customer service and maintaining effective working relationships with stakeholders at various levels of an organization.

How To Apply

To apply, click on "Apply for Job" to start the application process. Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application. Permanent classified employees who are eligible for consideration as a transfer or voluntary demotion must complete the application process in order to be considered.

Applicants should attach a letter of qualifications and resume detailing their training and experience relating to the qualifications mentioned above. It is not necessary to include references at this time. Your letter of qualifications and resume will be evaluated and is considered the assessment for this position . Your letter of qualifications and resume should be limited to a maximum of two pages each.

Your submission will be evaluated by one or more job experts. The most eligible candidates will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. For more information regarding your letter of qualifications and resume, please click here .

Questions can be directed to Phia Vang, Human Resources Specialist at Phia.Vang@wisconsin.gov .

The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce.

Deadline to Apply

On-line application materials must be finalized by 11:59 pm on 5/21/24 , in order to be considered.

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