JOB SUMMARY

The Payroll Office is seeking applicants for the position of Administrative Program Support 2. The Administrative Program Support 2 will be responsible for managing the work-study payroll and supporting the overall production of the biweekly payroll through the processing of payroll forms and providing customer service in the Main Office.    

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

The expected job duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Independently coordinates and oversees all fiscal and administrative functions related to the timely and accurate payment of work-study student employees.  This includes the calculation of gross to net pay; review of Smart HR transactions from university departments for accuracy and compliance with policies and procedures, review of employee timesheets and resolution of discrepancies; balancing the payroll and analyzing reports to ensure regulatory compliance and updating Core-CT to ensure accurate reporting.
• Assists with various main office functions including screening incoming correspondences and taking appropriate action; providing quality customer service via phone, email, and walk-ins, distribution of forms W-2 and form 1042-s; updating addresses in Core-CT and responding to verbal and written requests for information.
• Serves as a principal source of information (subject matter expert), providing advice to Student Employment, hiring departments, and technical resources on how to best manage complex situations and execute transactions in Core-CT to achieve desired outcomes.
• Represents Payroll and serves as a primary point of contact for all payment issues associated with the work-study payroll.
• Communicates frequently with Student Employment, hiring departments, the Office of the State Comptroller, Core-CT, and other state agencies to request or provide information, and to resolve discrepancies that may be complex in nature and require advanced knowledge of administrative functions.
• Assists with the review and processing of Form I9s (both on paper and in HireRight). Communicates with hiring departments and employees to obtain corrected forms.
• Assists with the review and processing of federal and state tax withholding forms and verifications of employment.
• Assists with the maintenance of records, both paper and electronic, in accordance with business needs, and state and University retention requirements.
• May assist in coordinating duties of student staff when the Main Office Coordinator is not available.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in business/finance or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two to four years of related work experience in payroll, human resources, or fiscal environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of HR, and payroll processes.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and written communication skills.
• Ability to solve problems and regularly exercise sound judgement regarding operational and administrative procedures.
• Demonstrated customer service skills.
• Ability to manage time and deadlines, and juggle multiple competing priorities.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in higher education.
• Experience with PeopleSoft HRMS and/or Core-CT.

APPOINTMENT TERMS

This is a full-time, permanent position located at the Storrs campus. The University offers a competitive salary, outstanding benefits including employee and dependent tuition waivers at UConn, and a highly desirable work environment. Salary will be commensurate with the successful candidate’s background and experience.

Other rights, terms, and conditions of employment are contained in the collective bargaining agreement between the University of Connecticut and the University of Connecticut Professional Employees Association (UCPEA).

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.

TO APPLY

Please apply online at https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs, Staff Positions, Search #498808 to upload a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three (3) professional references.

This job posting is scheduled to be removed at 11:55 p.m. Eastern time on January 6, 2025.

All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp.

All members of the University of Connecticut are expected to exhibit appreciation of, and contribute to, an inclusive, respectful, and diverse environment for the University community.

The University of Connecticut aspires to create a community built on collaboration and belonging and has actively sought to create an inclusive culture within the workforce. The success of the University is dependent on the willingness of our diverse employee and student populations to share their rich perspectives and backgrounds in a respectful manner. This makes it essential for each member of our community to feel secure and welcomed and to thoroughly understand and believe that their ideas are respected by all. We strongly respect each individual employee’s unique experiences and perspectives and encourage all members of the community to do the same. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

The University of Connecticut is an AA/EEO Employer.