Temporary Payroll Data Processor

Location: Accounting & Finance, Teacher Administrative Center, 3215 Cuming St., Omaha, NE 68131

Reports To: Payroll Administrator

Work Schedule/FLSA Status: Temporary 12-month year-round/ Non-exempt / 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 

Salary Schedule: H06/32O, Starting at $27.66 

Position Purpose:  Temporary backfill position during the Omaha Public Schools ERP Project, anticipated through July 2028. 

Essential Performance Responsibilities

• Monitor and update punch time exceptions as needed.
• Enter, review, and validate extra pay data entry in the payroll system for Certified employees on the customized PeopleSoft page and the Additional Pay page.   
• Review and validate the data entry of Co-Curricular pay.
• Monitor employees on leave of absence as needed.
• Organize payroll processing documents for record retention or review.
• Answer employee phone calls and employee inquiries as needed, and problem-solve.  
  

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• High School diploma or GED Required.
• Associate’s Degree in Business, Accounting, or related field, preferred.
• 3-5 years of payroll processing experience required.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the team.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• Exceptional math skills.
• High Proficiency in MS Excel and Word.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to keep information confidential.
• PeopleSoft HCM payroll experience preferred.
• Organizing, setting priorities, multitasking, and working effectively under critical deadlines.

Additional Duties
Performs other related tasks as assigned by supervisor and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Equipment:  This position may require the ability to use basic office equipment such as computers, copiers, scanners, and a fax machine. Must always comply with OPS’s guidelines for equipment use.

Travel:  Limited travel may be required.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards:

• Must be able to respond rapidly in emergency situations.
• Must have organization, time management, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Work in school building and central office environments.

Interrelations:

• Contact with district personnel, customers, and vendors.
• Will work under the direct supervision of the department supervisor to complete day-to-day tasks.
• Will be working with a diverse population requiring the ability to handle all situations with tact and diplomacy.
• Must understand and respond appropriately to customer needs and maintain a positive attitude with all customers and colleagues.
• Expected to interact with all internal and external customers in a friendly, professional manner and provide quick, responsive customer service.

Employee Punctuality and Appearance

• In order for schools to operate effectively, employees are expected to perform all assigned duties and work all scheduled hours during each designated workday, unless the employee has received approved leave.
• Any deviation from assigned hours must have prior approval from the employee’s supervisor or building administrator.
• All employees are required to report to work dressed in a manner that reflects a positive image of Omaha Public Schools and is appropriate for their position.

Terms of Employment

This position is treated as a full-time non-exempt classified position. The terms of your employment will be governed by applicable state laws regulating employment in a Nebraska public school and Board of Education policies, as those laws and policies may change from time to time. If your position is represented by a collective bargaining representative, then your employment will also be governed by a negotiated agreement between OPS and that collective bargaining representative.

The offer of employment is contingent upon:

• Obtaining and providing verification of all licenses, certificates, and other requirements for the position (e.g., Paraprofessionals obtaining “Highly Qualified status,” etc.), as identified and maintaining all licenses, certificates, and requirements for your position throughout employment.
• A background check which demonstrates to OPS that background is acceptable for the position.
• Verification of U.S. citizenship or legal authorization to work in the United States.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test (if required for position offered).
• Successful completion of a tuberculosis skin test (if required for position offered).

Omaha public schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), marital status, sexual orientation, disability, age, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or economic status in its programs, activities, employment, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following individual has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Director for the Office of Equity and Diversity, 3215 Cuming Street, Omaha, NE 68131. (531-299-0307)   

The Omaha Public School District is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, please contact the human resources department at 531-299-0240.