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Payroll/Human Resources Technician I

City of Chesapeake -
Chesapeake, VA

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Job Details

Full-time
$40,531 - $55,000 a year
5 days ago

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED

Full Job Description

Position Information

Working Title of Vacant Position

Payroll/Human Resources Technician I

Job Type

Full Time

Posting Type

Public

Number of Vacancies

Department

PUBLIC WORKS

Division

PUB WORKS STREET MAINTEN

Requisition Number

2026272

Number of hours worked per week

Work Schedule

7:00am – 3:30pm; Monday-Friday; Alpha essential – Employee are expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City wide emergencies.

Work Site Location

Chesapeake, VA

Position Driving Requirement

N - Never

Pay Grade

GE05

Pay Basis

Semi-Monthly

Advertised Salary

$40,531 – $55,000 depending on qualifications

Job Description

The City of Chesapeake is seeking a detail oriented and customer focused Payroll Technician I to join the Public Works Department. The Payroll Technician I is responsible for processing payroll, maintaining employee payroll records, ensuring compliance with payroll regulations, and providing exceptional customer service to employees regarding payroll and compensation matters.

The ideal candidate will have experience with payroll processing, timekeeping systems, data entry, auditing, recordkeeping, and payroll compliance. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work with confidential information are essential for success in this role.

Key Responsibilities

Process weekly and semi monthly payroll using Kronos, Munis, and other payroll systems.
Review, audit, and validate employee timecards, attendance records, leave balances, and payroll data for accuracy.
Calculate wages, overtime, shift differentials, deductions, and other payroll adjustments.
Maintain accurate payroll records and employee files in accordance with City policies and record retention requirements.
Support employee onboarding, promotions, transfers, status changes, and separations by ensuring accurate payroll setup and maintenance.
Respond to employee questions regarding pay, deductions, tax withholding, leave balances, and payroll procedures.
Reconcile payroll reports and identify, research, and resolve discrepancies.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws, regulations, and policies.
Generate payroll reports and assist with audits, record reviews, and payroll documentation.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of payroll administration, payroll processing, accounting principles, and payroll compliance requirements.
Experience with Kronos, Munis, HRIS, payroll software, or timekeeping systems.
Strong data entry, auditing, reconciliation, and recordkeeping skills.
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in a fast paced environment.
Ability to analyze payroll data, identify discrepancies, and implement solutions.
Strong organizational, time management, and problem solving skills.
Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.
Effective verbal and written communication skills with a commitment to customer service.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Join the City of Chesapeake and help ensure accurate, timely, and compliant payroll services that support the employees who serve our community every day.

The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits.

Required Qualifications

VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT:
Requires high school diploma or GED/HSE and any combination of education and experience equivalent to satisfactory completion of one year of college education in accounting or a closely related field.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
In addition to satisfying the vocational/educational standard, this class requires a minimum of one year of related, full-time equivalent experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties

Preferred Qualifications

Posting Detail Information

Job Open Date

08/17/2026

Job Close Date

08/31/2026

Open Continuous

Special Instructions to Applicants

This position is located at 925 Executive Boulevard (Greenbrier Yard).

ADA Checklist

Overall Physical Strength Demands

Overall Physical Strength Demands

S=Sedentary - Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or small weights frequently; sitting most of the time.

Physical Demands

C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.

Standing

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Sitting

Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Walking

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Lifting

Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Lifting Amount

Exerting up to 10 lbs

Carrying

Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Carrying Weight

Exerting up to 10 lbs

Pushing/Pulling

Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Pushing/Pulling Weight

Exerting up to 10 lbs

Reaching

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Handling

Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Fine Dexterity

Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Kneeling

N = Never

Crouching

Never- Never occurs.

Crawling

Never- Never occurs.

Bending

Never- Never occurs.

Twisting

N = Never

Climbing

Never- Never occurs.

Balancing

Never- Never occurs.

Vision

Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Hearing

Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Talking

Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Foot Controls

N = Never

Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used

standard office equipment

Protective Equipment Required

all required PPE

Health and Safety

D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never

Mechanical Hazards

N = Never

Chemical Hazards

N = Never

Electrical Hazards

N = Never

Fire Hazards

N = Never

Explosives

N = Never

Communicable Diseases

N = Never

Physical Danger or Abuse

N = Never

Other

If Other, Description

Environmental Factors

D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never

Dirt and Dust

N = Never

Extreme Temperatures

N = Never

Noise and Vibration

S = Seasonally

Fumes and Odors

N = Never

Wetness/Humidity

N = Never

Darkness or Poor Lighting

N = Never

Primary Work Location

Office Environment

Non-Physical Demands

C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.

Time Pressures

Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Emergency Situations

Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Frequent Change of Tasks

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime

Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously

Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team

Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Tedious or Exacting Work

Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Noisy/Distracting Environment

Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Other

If Other, Description

Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s)

Professional References

Please provide contact information for professional references.

Minimum Requests

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