Job Description

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　　About Northern Essex Community College:

　　THE COLLEGE: NECC serves about 5,000 credit students each semester on two campuses located in the beautiful, historic Merrimack Valley region of northeast Massachusetts. Our suburban Haverhill campus sits on 106 acres near Kenoza Lake, and features a Technology Center and an award-winning Student One-Stop Center. Our urban campus in Lawrence occupies a number of buildings in the heart of downtown. Most recently, we have constructed a new 44,000 square foot health technologies facility, the Dr. Ibrahim El-Hefni Allied Health & Technology Center. Both campuses are a short drive to Boston and to the beaches and state parks along the coast.

　　The college has been building an organizational culture that values initiative and innovation, and seeks to identify and develop the strengths in students, faculty, staff, and programs in order to grow and improve. NECC is also committed to using evidence to guide planning and decision-making. These values are reflected in the use of Appreciative Inquiry for strategic planning and accreditation; in our investment in strengths-based, institution-wide professional development; and in our ten-year involvement as a Leader College in Achieving the Dream, a national network of community colleges dedicated to using data to close student achievement gaps.

　　We are also committed to the recruitment and retention of a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. With over 40% Hispanic students, NECC was the first federally recognized Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) in New England.

　　We seek leaders who are committed to the community college mission, actively engaged in promoting diversity, and prepared to use their unique strengths and innovation with the goal of student success.

　　Job Description:

　　POSITION: Full-Time Assistant Director of Payroll: Assistant Director; Human Resources; Haverhill Campus (Lawrence Campus as needed); 37.5 hours per week, Non-Unit Professional Position

　　SUMMARY: The Assistant Director of Payroll oversees all payroll activities and ensures accurate and timely processing of time and attendance, payroll deductions and other related necessary transactions. The Assistant Director of Payroll will ensure the collection of all necessary information and documents, compute wages and investigate and resolve any payroll issues or discrepancies. The Assistant Director of Payroll serves as the primary point of contact for employees regarding all matters related to payroll.

　　RESPONSIBILITIES:

　　Reporting to the Executive Director of Human Resources, responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

　　Oversee day to day payroll activities and ensures efficient and timely payroll processing through the Commonwealth HRCMS payroll systemConfer with all College departments to assist with Payroll related transactions and inquiriesCollaborate with the Office of Academic Affairs regarding Adjunct faculty payments on a semester to semester basisMonitor and reconcile all payments processed and paid on a bi-weekly basisParticipate in state-wide Payroll and Comptroller trainings, meetings, educational opportunities as availableInterpret, review and remain up to date with state and federal regulations, guidelines and procedures governing payment transactionsCompiles the acquisition of complex data reports, summaries, and logs for senior executives and HR staffMonitor and prepare reports for both internal and external sources, as requested/requiredReview, analyze and update various Payroll related databasesMonitor and Maintain electronic Payroll filesReview and confirm accuracy for internal adjustments including: promotions, transfers, terminations, and new hiresAnalyze and recommend improvements to current operational procedures, including all payroll related documentation/formsAnswering questions and resolving issues regarding payrollServes as liaison to the Payroll Division of State Comptroller's Office, Payroll Division of State Treasurer's Office, and other payroll agenciesProvide end user training on Employee Self ServiceMust be available on nights and weekends for specific projects, if neededPerform other duties as assigned

　　Qualifications

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　　Requirements:

　　MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

　　Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business or related field and 3-5 years of related payroll experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Accounting or financial administrative experience using computerized systems Effective analytical and problem-solving skills. Demonstrated ability to organize and complete work independently. Strong attention to detail in working with numbers and written information. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Excel, and financial systems/databases. Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication, and listening skills. Creative approach to optimize and improve business processes. A commitment to diversity and equity in education and in the workplace is required. Experience with and in Payroll Administration Ability to maintain strict confidentiality. Ability to write reports, business correspondence and policies and procedures documentation. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to maintain harmonious working relationships with a wide variety of staff.

　　PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

　　Experience in Higher Education and unionized environment Knowledge of State of Massachusetts systems, preferably HR/CMS, MassHR SSTA, MMARS, LCM, CIW Warehouse knowledge of, Peoplesoft or other payroll software. Bilingual (Spanish/English) Experience working with and supporting a culturally diverse population

　　BACKGROUND CHECK: Candidates will be required to pass a CORI and SORI check as a condition of employment.

　　Additional Information:

　　SALARY: Anticipated starting salary range is $105,000 - $115,000 annually with complete fringe benefit package including competitive health insurance, dental insurance, basic life insurance, long-term disability insurance, paid sick, vacation and personal leave, educational benefits for employee/spouse/dependents, and excellent retirement benefits.

　　ANTICIPATED START DATE: ASAP

　　Application Instructions:

　　TO APPLY: To be considered for this position click on the "Apply Now" button, you will be prompted to setup a new account or login to an existing account. You will be able to upload the following required documents for consideration:

　　Cover Letter, describing your qualifications and experience Resume/CV

　　Review of applications will begin 5 business days from the posting date and will continue until the position is filled.

　　**Please note that finalist candidates will be asked to provide contact information for three (3) professional references.

　　Northern Essex Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran or military status, genetic information, gender identity, or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statues and college policies. The College prohibits sexual harassment, including sexual violence. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or sexual violence shall be referred to the College's Affirmative Action Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Elizabete Trelegan (Assistant Director of Human Resources, B-219,978-556-3928/ [email protected]), the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights. Northern Essex Community College will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

　　Prospective employees are encouraged to review the College's Annual Security Report (ASR), in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, which can be found on the disclosure page of the College's website at: http://www.necc.mass.edu/clery