Payroll Specialist - Health Care HR

Enhance the operations of UI Health Care Human Resources by providing advice and guidance to staff members and departmental representatives regarding payroll policies and procedures. Primary services include, but are not limited to, supporting payroll functions for UI Health Care.

*This position is eligible to participate in hybrid work, but will need to be onsite for orientation. Hybrid work must be performed at a location within the state of Iowa and will require a work arrangement form to be completed upon the start of your employment. Per policy, work arrangements will be reviewed annually, and must comply with the remote work program and related policies and employee travel policy when working at a remote location.

Responsibilities:

• Provide guidance and basic instructions to staff members and manager/supervisors regarding payroll policies and procedures, ELMS, AFSCME and SEIU contract rules related to payroll.  Direct others to appropriate resources for further information in own specialty or other areas.
• Interpret and promote compliance with less complex payroll policies/procedures. Monitor for compliance. May provide information to department representatives and University Payroll.
• Audit standard reports (monthly, biweekly and holiday) to ensure completeness and accuracy of payroll data.
• Process payroll corrections for monthly and biweekly payroll.
• Assist and provide backup in closing biweekly pay periods in ELMS.
• Assist employees and managers/supervisors in the proper use of vacation, sick leave, family leave, etc.
• Maintain knowledge of human resources policies and procedures, particularly around the areas of payroll issues, including those covered by the University Operations Manual, Board of Regents Merit System, AFSCME and SEIU union contracts.
• Create positive interactions with staff to enhance employee relations. Apply all collective bargaining agreements in administering all aspects of payroll policies and procedures.

General HR Duties:

• May assist UI Health Care Payroll Manager in gathering and communicating information with departmental representatives.
• May assist UI Health Care Payroll Manager in developing or monitoring new human resources services or programs.
• Provide phone coverage and answer questions as directed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Pay Level: 3A

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Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management or Business Administration or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1-3 years human resources experience.
• 1-3 years of experience with payroll functions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be proficient in computer software applications.
• Demonstrated experience and ability with providing excellent and timely customer service.
• Ability to work in a fast paced, high transaction volume environment.

• PHR or SPHR Certification.
• Working knowledge of state and federal regulations affecting human resources.
• Experience within a healthcare environment.

Application Process:

In order to be considered, applicants must upload a resume and cover letter (under required attachments). Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and education verification. Please contact michael-lynch-2@uiowa.edu with any questions.