Job Abstract

• Degree/Certificate Programs
• Transfer
• Career Technical Education
• Workforce Training
• Lifelong Learning
• Basic Skills
• Community Engagement
  
  

Representative Duties:

• Plan, coordinate and recommend payroll procedures, processes, and disbursements under the direction of the Director
• Plan, prioritize, supervise, and evaluate the work of the payroll staff; provide training and developmental support as needed
• Maintain records and update employee wage garnishments, levies, and assignments
• Reconcile and direct the timely preparation of reports to STRS and PERS
• Supervise the preparation, maintenance and processing of the District payroll
• Reconcile and make direct deposits in payroll accounts
• Communicate with a variety of offices on campus and outside agencies
• Provide technical direction to support staff conducting various payroll activities; investigate and resolve complex or unusual payroll problems, which may require specialized research or analysis
• Make deposits for taxes and retirement in a timely manner
• Reconcile and direct the timely reporting of payroll taxes to the proper agencies
• Process and balance W-2 information
• Maximize technology functionality to ensure the payroll system is fully optimized
• Recommend payroll system enhancements to comply with laws, regulations, tax requirements, reporting procedures, accounting policies, union agreements, and organizational needs
• Develop, recommend and revise payroll policies and procedures
• Review and analyze proposed legislation affecting payroll issues
• Assist with testing and implementing new software programs or upgrades
• Prepare, audit and submit forms related to the Affordable Healthcare Act
• Attend and participate in various meetings and serves on committees and acts as a liaison to District staff and outside agencies on payroll related issues
• Monitor and audit the accuracy and integrity of all payrolls, benefit health cost premiums, mandated benefit costs and balances payroll transactions to the general ledger
• Coordinate with Human Resources to oversee billing and invoicing processes for health, dental, and other employee benefits
• Other related duties as assigned

• Regulations, policies, and standards governing payroll and benefit processes
• Methods, practices, and terminology used in payroll and financial record keeping
• Federal, state and local reporting requirements relating to payroll processes including FLSA, California Education Code, STRS, PERS, and other programs and laws related to payroll records and benefit programs
• Best practices in customer service/care

• Effectively manage and oversee a complex payroll process
• Type and operate calculating machines and computers.
• Make arithmetic computations rapidly and accurately
• Follow oral and written directions.
• Give explicit, understandable directions to others and to work cooperatively with others
• Promote and incorporate culturally affirming DEIA and anti-racist principles to nurture and create a respectful, inclusive, and equitable learning and work environment. In conducting their duties, staff members shall respect and acknowledge the diversity of students and colleagues.
  
  
  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Required:

• Bachelor’s degree from an acceptable accredited institution in business administration, accounting or closely related field AND three (3) years of increasingly responsible and relevant experience OR the equivalent education and experience directly related to payroll management.
• AND Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students
  
  

• Hear and understand speech at normal levels
• Communicate so others will be able to clearly understand normal conversation
• Read printed matter and computer screens
• Stand or sit for prolonged periods of time
• Bend, twist, stoop, kneel, crawl, push, and pull
• Reach in all directions
• Work at a desk, conference table or in meetings of various configurations
• Operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard

How to Apply:

1. Submit a complete application by the closing date/time on the Merced College career pages at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mccd

Required Documentation:

1. Letter of interest addressing your qualifications for the position (cover letter)
2. Resume
3. List of three professional references (no reference letters permitted)
4. Legible unofficial college transcripts (undergraduate and graduate); transcripts must include the degree major and date the institution granted the degree; official copies are not required unless applicant is hired
5. Diversity Statement: The Merced College District has a diverse staff and student population. As such, applicants must demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of a diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and the community at large. Please describe your leadership efforts and professional experience promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in a work setting. Please do not include any personally identifying information. Limit your response to one (1) page.
6. If Applicable, Foreign transcripts must include a U.S. evaluation and translation completed by an approved organization per the State of California Commission on Teacher Credentialing http://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/leaflets/cl635.pdf
   
   

Only the required documentation as listed above will be accepted for this recruitment. Any additional documentation will be removed from your application profile.

Interview Information:
Those applicants deemed highly qualified for the position will be invited to appear for oral interviews before a screening committee. A limited number of candidates will be invited to interviews. Interviews will be scheduled on site.

Employee Benefits:
Health benefits for the employee and all their eligible dependents cost employee’s only $12 per month and provide access to PPO medical coverage, PPO dental coverage, VSP Vision coverage, and more! Please visit our Merced College Benefits website for more details about our incredible employee benefits. In addition, sick leave and retirement benefits are also provided.

Condition of Employment:
The selected candidate must be fingerprinted and tested for tuberculosis at his/her own expense prior to the start of employment. In compliance with the Immigration Reform Act of 1986, all new employees are required to verify their identity and the right to work in the United States. All offers of employment are subject to approval by the Board of Trustees. The applicant must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.