Payroll Technician

Job Description:

Payroll Technician

Description

Overview

The role of Payroll Technician plays a crucial part in accurately recording employee work hours and ensuring strict adherence to Compensation policies. The Payroll Technician serves as a point of contact for inquiries, collaborates on optimizing timekeeping processes, and contributes significantly to streamline payroll operations with a commitment to accuracy and efficiency

Responsibilities

• Generate and distribute weekly time reports to departments for the review of employee timecards

• Input various payroll documents, including Deferred Comp forms, leave slips, Fin 2s, general deductions, W-4s, and direct deposits

• Offer customer service to employees addressing payroll concerns or issues with incorrect paychecks

• Support in processing travel advances and expense reports, perform Safety Boot reconciliation, and handle various reports, including but not limited to Workman's Comp/Wage Statement and Verification of Employment

• Scan and index payroll forms

• May be asked to perform other duties as assigned

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work

• Non-Exempt - Full-Time- Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays is a schedule requirement

• In the event of an emergency, employees are required to work to provide for the safety and well-being of the public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED

• Two (2) Years of Experience

Licenses and Certifications

Required

• A valid driver's license is required; successful out-of-state candidates must be able to obtain a valid Texas driver's license within 90 days of hire

Employment Testing

Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:

• Criminal Background Check: Yes

• Motor Vehicle Record Check: Yes

• Drug Screening: Yes

• Physical Exam: Yes

Basis of Rating

A recruitment consultant will evaluate all applications against the posted qualifications and may request additional information. The city may also conduct additional skill assessment tests, in addition to the panel interview.

Supplemental Information

• Any position that lists a minimum qualification for education level and/or license/certification will require the applicant to provide proof of documentation if selected for hire into the position with the City of Corpus Christi.

The City of Corpus Christi is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.

Closing Date/Time: August 5, 2026

Salary:

18.69-19.83 USD