Director, Payroll Services (Search Extended)

Des Moines Area Community College
Ankeny, IA Other
POSTED ON 3/24/2024
Position Information

Job Title
Director, Payroll Services (Search Extended)

Campus
Ankeny Campus

Job Number
24-A39

Employment Date
As soon as possible

Job Category
Administrative/Professional Positions

Application & Position Contact Information
Human Resources at (515) 964-6479 or jobs@dmacc.edu for information concerning the application process. Lindsay Leonetti at 515-964-6301 or laleonetti@dmacc.edu for information concerning the position or your status once the position has closed.

Posting Detail Information

Salary Information
Starting salary: $94,931 – $105,000
The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. The starting salary range represents the College’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
Pay Grade: AR

Job Summary
Supervise the payroll process and ensure compliance with federal and state agencies.

Essential Functions
Supervises the processing of all payments and payroll deduction for employees. Supervises the balancing of computer generated and manual payroll adjustments. Reconciles payroll general ledger accounts and monitors special accounts for early retirees and faculty sabbatical. Processes early retirement payroll.

Insures that DMACC’s pay practices comply with Fair Labor Standards, DMACC Collective Bargaining Agreements, and all federal and state regulations and guidelines. Maintains knowledge of governmental requirements and changes in regulations and laws pertaining to payroll, overtime, tax and unemployment in multiple states. Compiles and submits all annual, quarterly, monthly and semimonthly reports to federal and multiple state agencies including W-2, state income tax, unemployment tax and IPERS and FutureTracc reporting. Responsible for all correspondence and timely payment of payroll taxes to federal, state and retirement accounts. Supervises the process to monitor and notify qualified employees of eligibility to the IPERS/FutureTracc retirement system.

Supervise payroll staff, recommend personnel actions related to hiring, compensation, performance evaluations, training, leaves, discipline, grievances, work schedules and assignments, administers personnel and related policies and procedures per the collective bargaining agreements and the EEO/AA plan.

Tests and recommends new computer processes and enhancements. Researches and recommends solutions to programming problems to assure appropriate auditable records are maintained. Maintains the Time Reporting system, the Personnel Action form system and many other online payroll payment forms. Maintains approver queues and security levels.

Updates payroll procedures for HR Procedures. Plans and conducts training sessions for timekeepers, supervisors and employees. Composes training materials for timekeepers, supervisors and employees. Maintains the Timekeeper website and the Payroll section of the HR website.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related area and 7years of payroll or accounting experience in a related field including four years of supervisory experience OR Associate’s degree in accounting or related area and 9 years of payroll or accounting experience in a related field including four years of supervisory experience.

Demonstrated knowledge of governmental payroll regulations and requirements and knowledge of general accepted accounting practices.

Strong communication skills.

Ability to plan, organize and manage time.

Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain a professional working relationship with a wide variety of individuals coming from diverse backgrounds.

Knowledge of current software applications.

Desired Qualifications
Experience in an educational institution.

Certified Payroll Professional (CPP).

Experience with an educational payroll system such as Banner, Colleague, or Ellucian product.

Physical Requirements
Constant:
  • Sit
Occasional:
  • Lift Floor to Waist < 10 lbs
  • Carry < 10 lbs x 100 ft
  • Push/pull horizontal 10 lbs x 18 in
  • Lateral Pinch
  • Forward reach
  • Crouch
  • Neck Flexion, Extension & Rotation
  • Fine Motor Coordination
  • Hand & Foot Coordination
  • Stand
  • Ability to be Mobile

Mobility accommodations will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis and determined by the essential functions of this position.

Physical Demand Category
Light

Post offer, Pre-Employment Physical Test
N/A

Work Schedule
Monday – Friday, Day Hours

Posting Date
12/21/2023

Deadline for Submitting Applications
03/11/2024

Open Until Filled
No

Special Instructions to Applicants
PLEASE NOTE: If you applied to the previous posting your application will continue to be considered and you need not reapply.

DMACC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer and embraces diversity. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. Individuals with disabilities desiring a reasonable accommodation in the application process should notify Human Resources at 515-964-6301 or by email jobs@dmacc.edu.

THIS VACANCY REQUIRES: 1) A complete DMACC Employment Application (personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions). Incomplete applications and commenting “See Resume” will not be accepted. The application form will be used to screen applicants for required qualifications. 2) Attachment of transcripts to your electronic application. Transcripts must include the applicant’s name and degrees conferred. Scanned copies are acceptable. 3) Attachment of Current Resume 4) Attachment of Cover Letter

Quick Link for Postings
https://jobs.dmacc.edu/postings/10834

Nondiscrimination Statement:

Nondiscrimination Statement

Nondiscrimination Statement:
Des Moines Area Community College shall not engage in nor allow discrimination covered by law against any person, group or organization. This includes in its programs, activities, employment practices, or hiring practices, and harassment or discrimination based on race, color, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information (in employment), and actual or potential parental, family or marital status. Veteran status in educational programs, activities, employment practices, or admission procedures is also included to the extent covered by law.

Individuals who believe they have been discriminated against may file a complaint through the College Discrimination Complaint Procedure (HR3010). Complaint forms may be obtained from the Campus Provost’s office, the Academic Deans’ office, the Judicial Officer, or the EEO/AA Officer, Human Resources. ADA questions and concerns may be directed to the Section 504/ADA Coordinator at 2006 S Ankeny Blvd, Bldg 6, Ankeny, IA 50023, phone 515-964-6857, dso@dmacc.edu. Title IX questions and concerns may be directed to the Title IX Coordinator at 2006 S Ankeny, Blvd, Bldg 1, Ankeny, IA 50023, phone 515-964-6216, Title9@dmacc.edu. Questions or complaints about this policy may be directed to the Director of the Office of Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, John C. Kluczynski Federal Building, 230 S. Dearborn Street, 37th Floor, Chicago, IL 60604-7204, phone 312/730-1576, fax 312-730-1576, TDD 800-877-8339, email OCR.Chicago@ed.gov.

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