JOB
We are pleased to offer the opportunity to work as a Compensation and Benefits Specialist within the DuPage County Department of Human Resources.This position is eligible for our complete benefit package including medical, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, pension, deferred compensation plan, tuition reimbursement, pre-paid legal and credit union. As a team member at DuPage County, you will also have access to time off with pay on Designated Holidays or holiday pay if required to work, Vacation time, Sick time and Paid Leave.To learn more about the cost and coverage of the benefits plan, visit Employees Benefit Information.For detailed information on paid time off, visit Employee Policy Manual, Section 5DuPage County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESThe list of duties and responsibilities is illustrative only, and is not a comprehensive listing of all the duties and responsibilities performed by positions in this class. Coordinates and completes the bi-weekly payroll process for the CountyMaintains recordkeeping and payroll policiesPrepares and executes system required reportsCreates personnel/payroll data and tax records within the Dayforce systemRecords and balances payroll withholding taxesVerifies and maintains information concerning accruals Ensures and maintains employee and elected official compensation from appropriate documentation (e.g. payroll documents, contracts and resolutions) Trains and instructs employees in proper payroll proceduresMaintains and updates annual tax forms related to payrollAdministers employee benefit plans and programsActs as a liaison with benefit providers and employeesCoordinates the annual open enrollment processMaintain up to date records of employee benefit informationParticipates in benefit orientation for new employeesImplements union contract provisions to ensure pay and benefits into the Dayforce systemReviews and verifies output of workUpdates or drafts County payroll and benefit policies for compliance with federal/state regulations, and reporting requirements Resolves payroll and benefit discrepanciesResolves benefit issues with billing and eligibilityResponds to inquiries and requests from County employee’s regarding payroll and benefit information and processesCompiles, analyzes, and reconciles (e.g. financial and statistical data) and generates reportsPrepares verbal and written communications for a variety of benefit and payroll programsUpdates management staff on payroll and benefit related personnel and operational issues (e.g. payroll deadlines, open enrollment, changes to payroll/benefit procedures)Provides back up for all other payroll & benefit staff members
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
