Human Resources Specialist-Payroll
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$ 6589 - 9541
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Job Description
Job Requisition ID:48242
Position Title: Human Resources Specialist
Working Title: Human Resources Specialist-Payroll
Closing Date: 08/08/2025
Agency:Illinois State Police
Class Title:HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST - 19693
Skill Option:None
Bilingual Option:None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $6589 Monthly; Full Range $6589-$9541 Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:RC062 Technical Employees AFSCME
Merit Comp Code:
- This position is a union position; therefore provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.
- All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.
- Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail fax hand delivery) will not be considered.
Why Work for Illinois
Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion equity and dedication that define our state. Whether youre helping to improve schools protect our natural resources or support families in need youre part of something bigger something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.No matter what state career youre looking for we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.
Position Overview
Serves as the Payroll Specialist for the Division of Human Resources under the Office of the Director. Performs complex specialized payroll functions. Provides payroll advice and recommendations to management supervisors and employees regarding matters of the application and interpretation of rules regulations contracts and policies for payroll. Identifies delinquencies deficiencies and discrepancies and resolves for corrective action. Provides guidelines and procedure interpretation to facilitate preparation and submission of payroll related data and reports. Coordinates with Information Services on test payroll runs reviewing audit trails and recommends procedures for problem solving. Assigns reviews and evaluates the work assignments of staff. Discusses problem areas or complex issues with staff and recommends courses of action. Researches and compiles statistical data and information for special projects. Attends and participates in various internal/external meetings regarding payroll matters to explain and interpret programs and/or obtain information. Ensures the accuracy and validity of data reflecting payroll transactions and ensures current files and records are maintained.
About the Agency
The Illinois State Police strives for excellence seeking to be one of the premiere policing agencies in the country. Our core values are Integrity Service and Pride. We are seeking individuals with similar values to join us on our mission to promote public safety.
Essential Functions
- Serves as a Payroll Specialist for the Illinois State Police (ISP) Payroll Office.
- Coordinates payroll operations.
- Enters data into the payroll system and verifies payroll tests are completed.
- Serves as a lead worker.
- Compiles and directs the preparation of reporting relating to payroll processes.
- Conducts periodic audits of payroll records to ensure compliance.
- Performs other duties as assigned or required 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.
- Requires two (2) years of professional human resources experience.
Specialized Skills
- Requires two (2) years of hands-on experience utilizing a variety of payroll processing platforms such as Central Payroll SystemWAGE Domain Name Request Area (DNRA) for ISP sworn timekeeping. Mobius and eTime systems or similar systems.
- Requires two (2) years of experience executing complex payroll transactions involving overtime computation back pay calculations specialty pay differentials allowances and supplemental disbursements.
- Requires two (2) years of experience interpreting and implementing the Personnel Code Administrative Rules Position Classification Plan the Pay Plan departmental policies and contractual bargaining agreements for the purpose of payroll processing.
- Requires two (2) years of experience processing payrolls involving multiple funding sources including both federal and state funds.
- Requires two (2) years of experience researching compiling data and presenting written recommendations for a course of action.
- Requires one (1) year of supervisory or lead worker experience including training and evaluating the work of staff.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prefers two (2) years of hands-on experience utilizing a variety of payroll processing platforms such as Central Payroll System WAGE Domain Name Request Area (DNRA) for ISP sworn timekeeping. Mobius and eTime systems or similar systems.
- Prefers two (2) years of experience executing complex payroll transactions involving overtime computation back pay calculations specialty pay differentials allowances and supplemental disbursements.
- Prefers two (2) years of experience interpreting and implementing the Personnel Code Administrative Rules Position Classification Plan the Pay Plan departmental policies and contractual bargaining agreements for the purpose of payroll processing.
- Prefers two (2) year of experience processing payrolls involving multiple funding sources including both federal and state funds.
- Prefers two (2) years of experience researching compiling data and presenting written recommendations for a course of action.
- Prefers one (1) year of supervisory or lead worker experience including training and evaluating the work of staff.
- Prefers one (1) year of experience using Microsoft outlook Word Excel and PDFs.
Conditions of Employment
- Requires the ability to pass an Illinois State Police background check and drug screening.
- The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
Benefits Package
The Illinois State Police offers a robust benefit package including:
- Flexible work schedules in many program areas
- Health life vision and dental insurance.
- 12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave.
- Pension Plan
- Deferred Compensation and other pre-tax benefit programs.
- Employees earn twelve (12) paid sick days annually.
- Ten to twenty-five (10-25) paid vacation days based on years of service.
- Employees earn three (3) paid personal days pro-rated based on start date.
- Thirteen-Fourteen (13-14) paid state holidays annually.
Work Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm
Work Location: 801 S 7th St Springfield IL 62703-2487
Agency Contact:
Posting Group:Leadership & Management
This position DOES contain Specialized Skills (as that term is used in CBAs).
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
- Use the Apply button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.
- If you are not already signed in you will be prompted to do so.
- State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees a link is available at the top left of the homepage in the blue ribbon.
- Non-State employees should log in on the using the View Profile link in the top right of the homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in you will be prompted to create an account.
- If you have questions about how to apply please see the following resources:
- State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid
- Non-State employees: on click Application Procedures in the footer of every page of the website.
- The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your junk mail spam or other folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full Time
