Salary: $32,248.75 – $42,467.04 Annually
Location : Fulton Co., GA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2023-54165
Division/Office: OFS – Office of Financial Services
Unit: Office Of Financial Services
Opening Date: 05/19/2023
Closing Date: 6/5/2023 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
Stronger Families for a Stronger Georgia. The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS) delivers a wide range of human services designed to promote self-sufficiency, safety and well-being for all Georgians.
What we offer. Enjoy a generous benefits package that includes a flexible work schedule, unique training opportunities, employee retirement plan, deferred compensation, 13 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, dental, vision, long term care, and life insurance; in addition to telework opportunities depending upon the position.
Start your career in public service. The Office of Financial Services (OFS) is seeking candidates for Payroll Specialist 1. This position is locate at 2 Peachtree Street NW, Atlanta GA 30303.
JOIN OUR TEAM!!!
Job Description
Pay Grade: H
Under supervision, accountable for the payroll function and related programs or processes. Consults with government entities, third-party payroll companies and employees. Interprets organizational policy and government regulations and oversees technical support, customer support and problem resolution.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Data Entry for all payroll related entries.
- Audit the accuracy of the payroll.
- Research and compiles reporting for payroll and vendors.
- Ensures compliance of payroll with all applicable laws and regulations.
- Processes third-party requests involving employee pay, such as garnishments, levies, bankruptcies, and child support wage assignments.
- Receives additional training, as required, to gain full proficiency and experience in all areas.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a business related field from an accredited college or university.
OR
- Associate’s degree in a related field from an accredited college or university.
OR
- Two (2) years of payroll or related accounting experience..
Additional Information
For more detailed information about the Georgia Department Human Services
Employment InformationCurrent State employees are subject to State Personnel Board (SPB) Rules regarding salary.
DHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer
If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to: DHS-HR@dhs.ga.gov.
The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening, education verification, reference, motor vehicle records, and criminal background checks.
DHS accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered. DHS will contact educational institutions to verify degree, diploma, licensure, etc.
As an employee of DHS, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring official for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.
In addition to a competitive salary, DHS offers a generous benefits package, which includes employee retirement plan; paid holidays annually; vacation and sick leave; health, dental, vision, legal, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, health and child care spending account. Visit for more information.
Insurance
Health, dental, vision, legal, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, healthcare and childcare spending accounts, and life insurance plans are available.
Health Benefits: 1-800-610-1863
Flexible Benefits: 1-877-342-7339
Retirement
State employees participate in the Employee’s Retirement System. Contributions are based on a percentage of salary and service date entry
Employee Retirement System: 1-800-805-4609
Deferred Compensation
Tax shelter plans are available that enable employees to provide for greater retirement security. Fund programs are available in both 457(k) and 401(k) plans.
Peach State Reserves: 1-877-342-7339
Credit Union
Employees are eligible to become members of the and
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What is your highest level of education completed?
- Doctorate Degree
- Master’s Degree
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Associate’s Degree
- Some College/Tech
- High School Diploma
- GED
- None of the Above
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How many years of full cycle payroll experience do you have?
- None
- Less than 1 Year
- 1+ Years
- 2+ Years
- 3 or more Years
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Do you have experience processing garnishments, bankruptcies, child support and/or levies?
- Yes
- No
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How proficient are you in Microsoft Office Suite?
- None
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
- Expert
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Do you have a working knowledge of state and federal payroll laws?
- Yes
- No
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How many years of experience do you have using payroll software?
- None
- Less than 1 Year
- 1+ Years
- 2+ Years
- 3 or more Years
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What software have you process payrolls on?
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