Agency Payroll Coordinator & Timekeeper

Position Overview

The Illinois Law Enforcement Training & Standards Board invites qualified applicants to apply for the position of Agency Payroll Coordinator & Timekeeper.  The ideal candidate for this position will have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, be highly organized, have a well-honed customer service attitude, and be capable of multi-tasking to keep up with the demands of a busy and growing agency. ILETSB is conveniently located in Springfield with free parking on-site.  Employees enjoy excellent benefits, including health, vision, and dental insurance; a retirement plan and deferred compensation options; state holidays and other time off; flexible work schedules; and pre-tax benefit programs.

Essential Functions

• Under general direction, serves as the Agency Payroll Coordinator, performing the full range of highly responsible, complex, specialized, and confidential duties relating to the payroll function.
• Under general direction, serves as the Agency Timekeeper, performing the full range of highly responsible, complex, specialized, and confidential duties relating to master timekeeping function.
• Performs skilled supportive and backup functions as the fiscal section liaison with Agency Procurement Officer (APO).
• Reviews and evaluates payroll and timekeeping procedures to ensure all records are processed and maintained in accordance with statutory and state regulations and policies.
• Keeps well-informed of new developments related to payroll and timekeeping functions.
• Supports agency onboarding and offboarding with payroll and timekeeping functions.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four years college with courses in business or public administration.
• Requires one (1) year of responsible administrative experience in public or business organization, or completion of an agency approved professional management training program.

Specialized Skills

• One (1) year or more of professional experience with timekeeping-related data and reporting systems including Central Time & Attendance System (CTAS), BlueZone, eTime, Employee Central, HANA and Mobius, or similar timekeeping systems.
• One (1) year or more of experience with payroll related data and reporting systems including Statutory Accounting Principles (SAP) and Central Payroll.
• One (1) year or more of professional experience working and complying with laws and regulations such as the Illinois Personnel Code, Personnel Rules, Pay Plan, Alphabetic Index, and collective bargaining contracts and guidelines derived there from.
• One (1) year or more of work experience requiring the ability to develop and maintain positive, cooperative working relationships, specifically with all levels of agency staff, but also with state government officials and the general public.

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) year or more of professional experience with timekeeping-related data and reporting systems including Central Time & Attendance System (CTAS), BlueZone, eTime, Employee Central, HANA and Mobius, or similar timekeeping systems.
• One (1) year or more of experience with payroll related data and reporting systems including Statutory Accounting Principles (SAP) and Central Payroll.
• One (1) year or more of professional experience working and complying with laws and regulations such as the Illinois Personnel Code, Personnel Rules, Pay Plan, Alphabetic Index, and collective bargaining contracts and guidelines derived there from.
• One (1) year or more of work experience requiring the ability to develop and maintain positive, cooperative working relationships, specifically with all levels of agency staff, but also with state government officials and the general public.

Conditions of Employment

• Overtime is a condition of employment, and employee may be requested or required/mandated to work overtime including scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute overtime. This requires the ability to work evenings and weekends.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel & Internet applications.
• Requires ability to travel to attend seminars, conferences, and trainings to stay current on methods, tools, ideologies, or other industry-related topics relevant to job duties.
• This position is considered medium work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(c)). Medium work involves lifting no more than 50 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds. This job may require a good deal of walking or standing and involves sitting for long periods of time.
• Requires the ability to pass a criminal background and work history check.

The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

About the Agency

The Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board is the state agency mandated to promote and maintain a high level of professional standards for law enforcement and correctional officers. Its purpose is to promote and protect citizen health, safety, and welfare by encouraging municipalities, counties, and other governmental agencies in their efforts to upgrade and maintain a high level of training and standards for law enforcement personnel. The Board is responsible for developing and providing quality training and education, setting professional standards, and aiding in the establishment of adequate training facilities. By constantly adapting to changes in technology, the ever‐changing face of crime in the United States, and society's demands on those entrusted with the responsibility of enforcing its laws, the Board plays a crucial role in the professionalization of policing in Illinois. The Board is an equal opportunity employer and is dedicated to building and maintaining a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce. The Law Enforcement Training & Standards Board is a drug‐free workplace.