2025-08-27
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Other
/yr
employee
contract
Edwardsville
Illinois
62026
United States
Positio Title: Assistant Director of Benefits and Payroll (CS26-076)
Location: Edwardsville, IL
Apply Before: 00963
Department: Human Resources
FLSA: Determined by Position
Description: Description
To build on a strong foundation of achievement and contribute to the realization of its ambitious institutional goals, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) invites applications for the position of Assistant Director of Benefits and Payroll (CS26-076). As a premier metropolitan university, SIUE is committed to advancing social and economic mobility while shaping the workforce of the future. Grounded in a comprehensive, broad-based education and enriched by hands-on research opportunities, SIUE equips its students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a global marketplace and positively impact their communities.
What You Will Do
Provide leadership to and direct supervision of Benefits team through effective coaching and performance management. Delegate work appropriately to staff. Ensure staff manages time effectively and prioritizes work to meet department goals while providing excellent customer service. Conduct performance evaluations per University guidelines and determine performance improvement needs. Ensures staff remains in compliance with University policies and procedures. Ensures clients concerns and needs are successfully met. Provide leadership to and direct supervision of the Tax and Payroll Manager. Ensure compliance with state and federal payroll laws. Ensure processing of payrolls, salary increases, retro pay calculations and client satisfaction are met. Ensure effective communications between Payroll and Benefits teams and systems. Work to ensure payroll and benefits information is coded accurately to prevent inaccurate reporting of pay and benefits and minimize corrections. Ensure all staff have documented procedures and that there are trained backups in all areas. Manage all payroll and benefits policies and procedures. Evaluates effectiveness of current policies and procedures by conducting competitive analysis and assessing current trends and best practices in our market and industry. Prepare reports and presentations outlining results and trends and makes recommendations for changes as appropriate. Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality customer service.
FLSA: Exempt
Minimum Acceptable Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Administration, Management, Organizational Administration, Public Administration, Labor Relations, Business Administration or a field closely related to the position.
Two (2) years (24 months) of work experience performing professional-level human resources duties.
AND
5+ years of experience working specifically in a Benefits/Payroll unit role (not in an HR Generalist capacity)
2 years of experience supervising Benefits or Payroll Staff (can be concurrent with above)
Knowledge of multi-state taxation laws, FMLA and all federal state and local regulations in regards to benefits and payroll
Preferred Qualifications
Directly related experience in benefits and payroll
Experience with Banner
Supplemental Information
Civil Service Information: Civil Service Application - FAQs
Application Instructions: How to Apply - Step by Step
Illinois Residency Requirement: Pursuant to the State Universities Civil Service System, out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days of the start date for this position.
Illinois residency requires proof of a valid Illinois Driver's License or state of Illinois ID Card. Failure to produce the required documentation within 180 calendar days is grounds for immediate separation.
Classification: State Universities Civil Service System Classification Number: 5020 - SUCSS Classification Title. For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the State Universities Civil Service System website at: https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx .
Veterans: Veterans who qualify for preference must provide proof of eligibility within ten (10) working days of submitting an application. The required proof of eligibility includes, at a minimum, a copy of the veteran's DD214/DD215 form (Department of Defense), NGB22 form (National Guard), or Discharge Orders or DD256 Discharge Certificate (Reserves). For help in determining the appropriate proof of eligibility to submit, please refer to the Guide for Veteran Document Verification.
Pre-Employment Screening: External candidates receiving a job offer must undergo pre-employment screening, including a criminal background check. For safety sensitive positions, a drug screen will also be required.
Work Authorization Information: SIUE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States and visa sponsorship for this position will not be provided. International students at SIUE on F-1 or J-1 visas are not eligible for full-time or part-time civil service positions with permanent status.
Accommodation: If you are unable to utilize our online application system and need to request an accommodation, please reach out to us at 618-650-2190 or via email at: careerinfo@siue.edu
EEO Statement
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is an equal opportunity employer and thus prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants for employment and students on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran's status.
We value your interest and look forward to reviewing your application. For questions or more information, please email careerinfo@siue.edu .
Benefits: SIUE offers an exceptional array of benefits to all full-time and part-time employees (50% or more receive benefits accrued at the percentage of appointment) including:
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