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University of Colorado | CU Anschutz

School of Dental Medicine

Payroll/HR Technician (Accounting Technician III)

Position #00002739 – Requisition #24389

* Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers *

The University of Colorado has a requirement for COVID-19 vaccinations and full completion thereof by 9/1/21 or upon start date.  Information regarding this requirement, and exemptions can be found at:

Anschutz: https://www.ucdenver.edu/docs/librariesprovider284/default-document-library/3000-general-admission/3012---covid-19-vaccination-requirement-and-compliance.pdf?sfvrsn=4e9df3ba_2

Denver: https://www.ucdenver.edu/coronavirus

Exemptions vary by campus location/department.

Campus/Unit-Specific Exemptions:

Anschutz Campus – Exemptions are allowed for medical or religious reasons.Denver Campus - Exemptions are allowed for medical, religious, or personal reasons.Consolidated/Central Services Administration – Will follow Anschutz policy on exemptions.

The University of Colorado Denver seeks individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. We value the ability to engage effectively with students, faculty and staff of diverse backgrounds.

The School of Dental Medicine has an opening for a full-time University Staff (unclassified), Payroll/HR Technician (Accounting Technician III) position.

As Colorado’s public urban research university, the University of Colorado Denver educates a diverse student body through quality academics, ambitious research, creative work, and civic engagement in the city we call home. CU Denver graduates gain the powerful combination of immersive classroom and real-world experience that are in demand today. The city benefits from well-educated, top talent and a new generation of knowledge that fuels the future of Denver and our region. We are CU in the City.

CU Denver offers more than 100 degree programs, from the bachelor’s to the doctoral level, in the heart of downtown.  Here, more than 15,000 students pursue academic programs that range from global energy management to music industry studies to criminal justice. As part of the state’s largest public university system, CU Denver is a major contributor to the Colorado economy, with nearly 2,500 employees and annual economic impact of $800 million. Read CU Denver Quick Facts here.

Job Responsibilities:

Payroll Processing – Bi-Weekly/Backup for Monthly – 60% (Essential Function)

Performs full-cycle processing for monthly/bi-weekly payrolls using the HCM and timekeeping systems (MyLeave and TimeClock Plus), processes hand types, reissues, voids, adjustments, and labor redistributions, and maintains payroll records.Helps to ensure proper payment of wages, reported hours worked, overtime and shift reporting while meeting rigid deadlines.Assists with the setup of direct deposit, W4 withholdings and provide information on benefits and 401A retirement account.  Reviews Personnel Action Forms (ePARs) and Payroll Expense Transfers (PET) for compliance with University policies, creates and updates records in the Human Resources/Payroll database for supplemental payments, and monitors all payments that are paid over multiple pay periods to ensure overpayments do not occur.Provides instruction and guidance to employees regarding the use of payroll-related systems, including entry and approval of timesheets, online access to pay statements, etc., assists employees with problems accessing their timesheet, and contacts employees who have not submitted their timesheet for processing. Termination processing of final paycheck

HR Support Responsibilities – 40% (Essential Function)

Assists the human resources function by performing paraprofessional work coordinating and administering a variety of complex and specialized human resources functions (such as personnel file management, and leave management), enter data, run reports, and work on special projects as needed.Onboarding – Gathers all new hire paperwork/data and facilitates SDM internal processes for payroll entry, badging, access and compliance requirements.  Off boarding – Gathers appropriate information and documentation to ensure timely processing of employee terminations.Leave Administration – Tracks FMLA, accurate reporting of worker’s compensation hours, ADA requests.  Set up files and ensures accurate entry in the leave systems for reporting purposes.  Provides general guidance on the rules and internal processes for leaves.  Creates and maintains personnel files for employees by reviewing, scanning, indexing, and entering information from employment documents (applications, resumes, transcripts, I-9s, letters of recommendation, personnel action forms, etc.) for inclusion in personnel records.

Other Duties – (Non-essential Function)

On occasion, this position may be assigned other duties needed to help drive to the vision, fulfill the mission, and uphold the organizational values of CU Denver/Anschutz and the SDM.

Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:

Three (3) years of payroll and/or human resources technician experience.  Appropriate education may substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
• Excellent computer and database skills including proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Demonstrated customer service skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior experience working in payroll or human resources within higher education is a plusKnowledge of State of Colorado personnel rulesFamiliarity with FMLA, worker’s compensation, unemployment processesKnowledge of HCM, TimeClock+ databases.

Competencies:

• Ability to select and compile data for correspondence and reports.
• Ability to apply standards and guidelines to individual situations to identify acceptable and/or problem circumstances.
• Ability to conduct training sessions, workshops, and programs regarding payroll and human resources topics.
• Ability to assume responsibility and work independently.
• Ability to follow complex instructions.

Communications:

Interaction with faculty and staff on a daily basis. Strong communication skills and problem-solving skills for dealing with a variety of personalities and various levels of stress at times.  

Salary and Benefits:

The salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at $3,805 to $4,196 monthly.

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

This position is eligible for overtime compensation.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Benefits: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

Diversity and Equity:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu.

The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Job Category: Finance and Accounting
Primary Location: Aurora
Schedule: Full-time
Posting Date: Mar 17, 2022
Unposting Date: Ongoing