Payroll Clerk Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/boiseid/jobs/newprint/5061001) Apply  Payroll Clerk Salary $19.29 - $22.90 Hourly Location Boise City Hall, ID Job Type Full Time Regular Job Number 23 -07253 Department Human Resources Division HR Total Rewards Opening Date 08/28/2025 Closing Date 9/11/2025 12:00 PM Mountain + Description + Benefits + Questions Summary Statement The City of Boise is hiring a Payroll and Timekeeping Clerk in a full-time, fully benefited limited duration role. This position is hybrid eligible and a great fit for someone with experience in payroll, auditing timekeeping records, and working with systems such as UKG who wants to grow their skills and advance their career. You’ll play an important role in supporting the City’s bi-weekly payroll process, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local requirements. This role provides hands-on experience in payroll processing, timekeeping system support, auditing, and employee assistance - making it an excellent opportunity for someone ready to expand their payroll career in a supportive team environment. While this is a limited duration role expected to last several years, it’s also a great way to get a foot in the door with the City of Boise and gain experience that can lead to future opportunities. What We Offer As a City of Boise employee, you’ll enjoy a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including: + Zero-premium medical coverage option for you and your family + Low-cost dental and vision coverage + PERSI retirement benefits plus 401(k) or 457b investment options with employer match + Generous paid leave: vacation, sick, 12 holidays, and 10 weeks parental leave + Tuition reimbursement and wellness incentives + Free local bus pass and transportation incentives + Basic life and long-term disability insurance at no cost to you This limited duration position offers the chance to gain valuable payroll and timekeeping experience, grow your career, and make an impact supporting the employees of Boise. Essential Functions Responds to employee and departmental questions regarding timekeeping and payroll. Maintains shift schedules, leave accruals, and related data in the time and attendance system. Performs routine data entry in support of payroll and HRIS systems. Assists in preparing and processing payroll entries. Handles basic issues and problems and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff. Verifies net pay and processes garnishments, including IRS and court orders. Provides direct payroll support to designated departments by coordinating, collecting, and reviewing bi-weekly payroll data. Provides support across HRIS and payroll functions. Researches payroll records to respond to requests from employees and departments. Collaborates with the Payroll Supervisor to ensure compliance with tax regulations and PERSI requirements. Reviews and confirms benefit-related payroll data for new and existing employees. Performs other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time. Requirements Required Knowledge, Experience, And Training High school diploma or equivalent and two years of experience in payroll processing, time and attendance systems, or payroll tax preparation and reporting; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge of: + Payroll procedures, rules, regulations, and policies + Federal and state tax requirements; general accounting principles and practices + Automated accounting and payroll systems + Federal and state wage and hour laws + Word processing and spreadsheet software programs Ability to: + Organize and manage work to meet strict deadlines + Maintain accurate and detailed payroll records + Prepare payroll, tax, and benefit reports accurately + Enter data efficiently and accurately into payroll systems and spreadsheets + Use payroll and accounting software to complete assignments + Display an attitude of cooperation and work harmoniously with all levels of city employees and the public + Communicate effectively in the English Language at a level necessary for efficient job performance + Understand and comply with all rules, policies and regulations + Maintain prompt and regular attendance + Perform all essential and marginal functions as assigned by an authorized employee, supervisor and/or manager with or without a reasonable accommodation. Preferred Knowledge, Experience, And Training Three years of experience administering payroll and working with timekeeping systems. Special Requirements Applicants must be able to pass: City of Boise background check processes which includes a criminal history check and reference checks in accordance with the City of Boise Hiring Process Regulation Credit History Check Criminal Justice Information System background check (CJIS) Working Conditions The physical effort characteristics and working environment 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. Physical Efforts While performing the duties of this job the employee is occasionally lifting/carrying up to 10 pounds. Also, the employee is occasionally pushing/pulling up to 10 pounds. The noise level is rarely moderate. Work includes sensory ability to talk and hear. Work in this position also includes close vision. Employees will sit. Position requires hand/finger dexterity. Working Environment The work environment will include inside conditions. Top talent deserves top-notch benefits. The City is among the best in the Treasure Valley when it comes to the benefits and perks we offer our employees. Most positions are eligible for the general benefits listed here; firefighters, police officers, senior managers, command staff, and directors may be offered other benefit plans. Healthcare: + ZERO premium medical coverage option for you and your family + Low-cost dental and vision options. + Post-employment health savings account. Retirement and Investment Plans: + PERSI retirement benefits + 401(k) or 457b pre-tax investment options with employer match. + 457b Roth after-tax investment options with no match WellBeing Program: + Up to $500 cash per year for participants. + Alternative transportation incentives. Paid Leave – City employees receive generous paid leave: + 10 hours of vacation per month, and this increases the longer you stay with the City + 12 paid holidays every year + 8 hours of sick leave per month + 10 weeks Parental Leave Life & Long Term Disability: + Basic Life insurance at no cost to you + Long Term Disability insurance at no cost to you Other optional benefits: + Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts + Supplemental Life Insurance + Supplemental Disability Insurance + Tuition reimbursement + Free local bus pass + Corporate discount programs + AFLAC + Employee Assistance Program for short-term counseling on work, family, finances, and personal issues. 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