Job Summary

Under general direction, plans, develops, and implements project efforts related to payroll activities and functions assigned to San  Antonio Police Department (SAPD) or San Antonio Fire Department (SAFD) sworn personnel. Assists with all sworn payroll activities and functions not assigned to the Finance Department. May exercise supervision over assigned staff.

Essential Job Functions

• Assists with all sworn payroll activities and functions not assigned to the Finance Department.
• Performs all necessary tasks for payroll projects and provides detailed reports and recommendations for improvement, as needed.
• Assists with the onboarding process of all new sworn members and new hire classes to include paperwork completion and entry into appropriate systems.
• Assists with the accurate and timely processing and reporting of new or retiring uniformed employees to the Finance Department’s Payroll Division, Human Resources, and applicable unions.
• Oversees the processing of all documents related to sick, bonus, and holiday pay and use or lose leave in coordination with the Finance Department.
• Prepares reports and written summaries of payroll projects, as well as development and implementation of action plans to address identified problems.
• Coordinates with Division and Section Managers, as well as other departments, in matters regarding payroll projects.
• Documents and maintains written procedures for all Uniform Payroll processes.
• Assists leadership with the compilation of performance measures and special projects and assignments.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university
• Three (3) years of experience in payroll, finance, or accounting, to include one (1) year of supervisory or lead experience DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC:
  • SAPD Applicants for this position must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility.
  • Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, the following will result in being disqualified for this position:
    • Felony Convictions
    • Felony Deferred Adjudication
    • Class A & B Misdemeanor Deferred Adjudication
    • Class B Misdemeanor Convictions
    • Open Arrest for Any Criminal Offense (Felony or Misdemeanor)
    • Family Violence Convictions.
    • Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local employment laws and policies
• Knowledge of research and statistical methods
• Knowledge of payroll and time regulations, requirements, procedures, and software
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• Skill in utilizing a personal computer and associated software programs
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively
• Ability to supervise, train, and evaluate staff
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City officials, management, law enforcement personnel of all ranks, office staff, and the general public
• Ability to compile, organize, and maintain accurate and complete records and files
• Ability to schedule and coordinate projects, set priorities, and adapt to changing priorities
• Ability to maintain confidential data and information
• Ability to perform responsible and difficult administrative office
• duties involving the use independent judgment and personal initiative inthe absence of supervision
• Ability to plan and coordinate complex assignments, utilizing staff as necessary
• Ability to perform all the essential functions of the position, with or without accommodations
• Ability to work primarily in an office environment

Pay: $30.82 per hour

Work Location: In person