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SALARY: $40.34 - $53.27 Hourly $6,992.42 - $9,233.25 Monthly OPENING DATE: 05/22/18  CLOSING DATE: 06/12/18 11:59 PM   THE POSITION: The City of Santa Rosa's Finance Department has an opening for an enthusiastic and self-motivated Payroll Manager. This position is responsible for providing staff assistance to the Finance Director and for the overall administration and supervision of the payroll and employee benefit payment functions of the City. About you: In addition to meeting the minimum qualifications listed below, the ideal candidate for this position: Demonstrates strong leadership skills and a collaborative management style Has a strong background in public sector payroll management Has outstanding communication, interpersonal and presentation skills Is enthusiastic and energetic about customer service Is a self-starter who creates a positive work environment Respects differences in interest, perspective, background, and organizational level THE CITY: The City of Santa Rosa , the largest city in Sonoma County with a population of approximately 175,000, is located 55 miles north of San Francisco and nestled in the center of famous Sonoma Wine Country. Santa Rosa serves as the County seat and center of trade, government, commerce and medical facilities for the Northern San Francisco Bay area. The City offers a wide variety of both recreational and cultural activities, is well known for its excellent schools, temperate weather and abundance of trees and beautiful parks. THE SELECTION PROCESS: The selection process will consist of a careful review of applications, including the supplemental questionnaire, and those applicants who have submitted a complete application that demonstrates a strong match to the experience and qualifications desired will be invited to continue in the selection process. An oral board interview has been tentatively scheduled for June 28, 2018.  EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Essential Duties:The following duties are considered essential for this classification: Manage payroll and employee benefit payment activities within the Accounting Services Division; develop, implement, and review the goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and priorities within the section;  assign and review the work of subordinates; oversee hiring, training, evaluation, discipline and career development of subordinates; oversee legal and financial compliance related to provisions of labor agreements; provide cost analyses required by management involved in labor negotiations; analyze and make recommendations regarding labor agreement provisions; manage the City's deferred compensation program; interpret, apply and explain relevant policies, regulations and provisions of Memoranda of Understanding and federal and state laws and regulations relating to payroll and employee benefits; investigate and resolve the most complex and sensitive pay and benefits issues;  develop and implement complex changes in pay and benefits formulas generated by the Meet and Confer process; oversee the performance and functionality of the payroll software system; analyze staffing requirements and make recommendations; compile and analyze data and assist in the preparation of Division budget and various financial documents and reports; coordinate efforts and information with other sections, divisions and departments in the City and with outside agencies, such as the IRS, PERS and insurance carriers; respond to requests for information and advise City departments and other governmental agencies regarding City payroll and benefit policies; assist with the administration of the CalPERS retirement program; perform special assignments and related duties as assigned.   REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of: Provisions of State and Federal codes and laws including FLSA and IRS regulations affecting employee pay and benefits; CalPERS regulations and reporting requirements; clerical accounting methods, forms and techniques; principles of public administration and personnel management, governmental accounting and budgeting; principles and capabilities of computerized information systems, specifically payroll and accounting software; practices and procedures related to processing and recording payroll and other financial transactions in a large organization; arithmetic, including decimals and percentages.Ability to: analyze and interpret accounting and payroll records, laws, regulations and policies; understand financial transactions and relationships among accounting documents; design and install new and improved fiscal record-keeping systems and control procedures; analyze operational problems and recommend and implement effective corrective measures; understand and interpret Memoranda of Understanding; develop and enforce policy for a complex payroll function; establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of City employees and with outside agencies; plan, assign, organize, supervise and evaluate the work of subordinates; communicate effectively, orally and in writing; prepare clear and comprehensive reports on complex issues; work under pressure to meet deadlines; maintain confidentiality of personnel and payroll information.Experience and Education: Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Experience: Sufficient payroll and benefits experience of an increasingly responsible nature within a large, complex organization to obtain the knowledge and abilities listed above. Experience should include at least one year in a supervisory capacity. Directly-related experience within a public sector agency is highly desirable. Education: Equivalent to a Bachelor of Arts Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in accounting, business, public administration or a closely related field. Sufficient responsible experience in supervising payroll and employee benefits operations in an organization similar to the City of Santa Rosa may substitute for the education requirement.  ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Generally, work is performed in an indoor office setting. When working in the office, incumbents typically work at a desk entering and retrieving data from a computer or terminal, sitting for extended periods of time with the ability to move about at will. A ten-key calculator and computer keyboard are used to enter and retrieve data and requires continuous or repetitive arm-hand movements. Incumbents read and comprehend written material and make inferences from the contents. Verbal communication is conducted face to face, on the telephone, and in group meetings or a classroom setting.   APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT: www.srcity.org/jobs

What Makes Sonoma County a Great Choice   We offer expansive opportunities for growth and development, the ability to be a part of a challenging and rewarding work environment that provides continuous training and education, and the satisfaction of knowing that you are working to better our community. You can also look forward to benefits* including: An annual Staff Development/Wellness Benefit allowance up to $850 Opportunities for additional premium pay depending on assignment, generally 5% for each assignment for a maximum of 10% Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals, 11 holidays per year County paid premium contribution to several health plan options Defined retirement benefit plan fully integrated with Social Security County contribution to a Retiree Health Reimbursement Arrangement Eligibility for a 5% salary increase after 1040 hours (approximately 6 months when working full-time) for good work performance; eligibility for a 5% salary increase for good performance every year thereafter, until reaching the top of the salary range *Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice.  

If you're looking for competitive salary and benefits, camaraderie, on-going training and support, and career growth, this is the opportunity to find your workplace home and family. The Sonoma County Sheriff's Office employs over 650 staff to protect and secure the half-million residents within the 1,768 square miles of Sonoma County. The Detention Division's staff of over 300 are committed to serving the County of Sonoma and the State of California by providing a secure, safe, and humane environment for both employees and inmates. With more than 15 different highly-trained and specialized units, you can be confident that a career with the Sonoma County Sheriff's Office will keep you learning and growing.

There are multiple positions open to all applicants, and one position that will be filled by a department promotional certification. Only qualified permanent and/or probationary HSD employees on the eligible list may be eligible for referral to the department for the advertised department promotional position. Positions are available in the following Divisions: • 1 position in Economic Assistance – Department Promotional Only • 2 positions in Planning, Research, Evaluation, and Engagement • 2 positions in Adult & Aging • 1 position in Family, Youth, and Children

When you join the　Sonoma County Sheriff's Office,　you become part of a strong work family　that makes a difference　in our　community.　You can also　look forward to some excellent benefits* including: An annual Staff Development/Wellness Benefit allowance up to $1,500 Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals, 13 holidays per year County paid premium contribution to several health plan options 401(a) 3% of Base Salary County Contribution Defined benefit retirement plan fully integrated with Social Security County contribution to a Health Reimbursement Arrangement to help fund post-retirement employee health insurance/benefits Reporting to the Administrative Services Director, the Sheriff's Office Financial Services Manager assists in overseeing the　development and administration of the Sheriff's Office budget, contracts, grants, procurement, and project management activities.　This position is responsible for　supporting the preparation of　the department's annual　budget and related fiscal justifications; assisting with fiscal year-end processes; preparing expenditure, revenue, and cost accounting reports and financial statements; providing administrative expertise to operational managers; and supervising clerical staff and administrative management positions.