Job Summary
*This position is open to current SJSU employees only.*
Reporting to the Senior Director, University Personnel Operations and receiving work lead direction from the Payroll/Personnel Transaction Services Lead, the Payroll/Personnel Transaction Analyst works independently under general supervision to provide payroll and personnel transaction support for all university employees. Incumbent performs moderately complex duties related to processing the full range of payroll and personnel transactions and employment-related documents for all categories of University employees. Performs complete review of transactions for such areas as appointments, leaves of absence, final settlement payments, workers compensation, and separations as well as a wide variety of record-keeping duties requiring considerable judgment, initiative, and independence. Incumbent also assists with special projects in support of the Unit.
Key Responsibilities
- Personnel Transaction Administration
- Payroll Administration
- Client Relations
- Projects
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Ability to interact and communicate with constituents in a professional and respectful manner at all times
- Thorough knowledge of methods, procedures, and practices; English grammar, business writing, punctuation, and spelling
- Thorough knowledge of software applications: word processing, spreadsheet, and database management
- Excellent customer service and public relations skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to quickly become familiar with university infrastructure, policies, and procedures as they relate to temporary faculty appointments
- Ability to analyze and interpret technical procedures or regulations
- Ability to learn and establish expertise in PeopleSoft HR, the State of California payroll system (PIMS), and MyCalPERS
- Ability to compose and appropriately format correspondence and reports
- Ability to quickly learn and apply a variety of state, federal, CSU and SJSU policies and procedures
- Ability to analyze and define problems, establish facts, collect data, and draw valid conclusions to effectively present information when responding to questions from internal and external customers
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriately handle sensitive communications with employees and external agencies
- Ability to perform accurately in a highly detail-oriented environment and handle multiple work priorities
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent training
- Administrative work experience involving study, analysis, and/or evaluation leading to the development or improvement of administrative policies, procedures, practices, or Programs
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Two years’ experience working in an HR office or performing HR functions; Experience working with PeopleSoft HR and the State of California and/or the CSU Payroll System (PIMS); Experience working with a high volume of diverse customers; Experience working with spreadsheets; Experience with OnBase and DocuSign; Experience analyzing and auditing employee data; Experience in higher education; Experience processing payroll in higher education; Demonstrated knowledge of faculty processes
Compensation
Classification: Administrative Analyst/Specialist - Nonexempt
Anticipated Hiring Range: $6,000/month - $6,250/month
CSU Salary Range: $3,879/month - $7,488/month
San José State University offers employees a comprehensive benefits package typically worth 30-35% of your base salary. For more information on programs available, please see the Employee Benefits Summary.
Application Procedure
Click Apply Now to complete the SJSU Online Employment Application and attach the following documents:
- Resume
- Letter of Interest
All applicants must apply within the specified application period: November 17, 2024 through November 30, 2024. This position is open until filled; however, applications received after screening has begun will be considered at the discretion of the university.
Contact Information
University Personnel
jobs@sjsu.edu
408-924-2252
CSU Vaccination Policy
The CSU strongly recommends that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measures established by each campus. The system wide policy can be found at https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/9779821/latest/ and questions may be sent to jobs@sjsu.edu.
Additional Information
Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. SJSU will issue a contingent offer of employment to the selected candidate, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was offered the position on a contingent basis.
The standard background check includes: criminal check, employment and education verification. Depending on the position, a motor vehicle and/or credit check may be required. All background checks are conducted through the university's third party vendor, Accurate Background. Some positions may also require fingerprinting. SJSU will pay all costs associated with this procedure. Evidence of required degree(s) or certification(s) will be required at time of hire.
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All San José State University employees are considered mandated reporters under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and are required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. Incumbent is also required to promptly report any knowledge of a possible Title IX related incident to the Title IX Office or report any discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation to the Office of Equal Opportunity.
Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act and Campus Housing Fire Safety Notification:
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the Annual Security Report (ASR) is also now available for viewing at https://www.sjsu.edu/clery/docs/SJSU-Annual-Security-Report.pdf. The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and Sexual Assault prevention information, and information about drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery crimes for San José State University locations for the three most recent calendar years. A paper copy of the ASR is available upon request by contacting the Office of the Clery Director by phone at 408-924-1501 or by email at clerycompliance@sjsu.edu.
Pursuant to the Higher Education Opportunity Act, the Annual Fire Safety Report (AFSR) is also available for viewing at https://www.sjsu.edu/clery/docs/SJSU-Annual-Fire-Safety-Report.pdf. The purpose of this report is to disclose statistics for fires that occurred within SJSU on-campus housing facilities for the three most recent calendar years, and to distribute fire safety policies and procedures intended to promote safety on Campus. A paper copy of the AFSR is available upon request by contacting the Housing Office by phone at 408-795-5600 or by email at uhs-frontdesk@sjsu.edu.
Campus Security Authority - In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) and CSU systemwide policy, this position is subject to ongoing review for designation as a Campus Security Authority. Individuals that are designated as Campus Security Authorities are required to immediately report Clery incidents to the institution and complete Clery Act training as determined by the university Clery Director.
Equal Employment Statement
San José State University (SJSU) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, gender, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, race, religion or lack thereof, sex, sexual orientation, transgender, or protected veteran status consistent with applicable federal and state laws. This policy applies to all SJSU students, faculty and staff programs and activities. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and certain other federal and state laws, prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex in all education programs and activities operated by the university (both on and off campus).
Last Updated Aug 15, 2024