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Payroll Specialist

Allegheny County
Pittsburgh, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/5/2026
Salary: $48,300.00 - $51,300.00 per year

How To Apply

Applications are submitted online until the position is filled and/or the posting is closed. After reviewing this job announcement, please click on the link at the bottom of the page to apply online. A resume is required with the application. Further instructions on submission of documents are available in the online application. A resume may not be substituted for an application.

Minimum Requirements

  • Associates degree in Business, Business Management, Finance, Accounting, or a related field AND two (2) years of experience payroll experience, or
  • An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience is acceptable.

It is the policy of Allegheny County that in order to receive a final offer of employment, candidates must successfully pass a background check, which includes verification of Allegheny County Real Estate Tax status.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Manager of Administration, the Payroll Specialist is responsible for overseeing the payroll for the entire Department of Facilities Management. This position is responsible for producing a timely and accurate bi-weekly payroll, executing all payroll duties for a set number of cost centers, and strictly adhering and enforcing payroll-related County and department policies and procedures as well as provisions of all collective bargaining unit agreements in a unionized work environment.

Overview

Duties:

  • Verifies payroll is in compliance with all union contracts, department and County policies and procedures.
  • Prepares payment vouchers and back-up information for special payments such as Sick Leave Buy Back, Bargaining Unit special allowances, Comp Time payments, etc..
  • Resolves problems that occur with payroll and accurately corrects any errors.
  • Maintains payroll related records as well as leave documentation.
  • Updates payroll data such as annual changes in benefit time and pay rates; handles confidential pay and personnel issues.
  • Verifies accuracy on employee benefit time balances; ensures inactive employees are removed from payroll.
  • Performs closing pay activities.
  • Processes payroll reports and reconciles computer payroll system reports against JD Edwards.
  • Serves as the contact person for all payroll related questions; distributes paychecks.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge Of

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • JD Edwards products, BTTE, and payroll systems.
  • Collective bargaining agreements.
  • Leaves of absence, worker’s compensation, personnel procedures and practices.

Skill In

  • Microsoft Office Suite

Ability To

  • Be detail oriented for accurate verification and data entry.
  • Work independently with little supervision.
  • Type a minimum of 50 WPM.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in business math such as basic bookkeeping.
  • Meet deadlines and multi-task.
  • Adjust work schedule when necessary.

Residency: Allegheny County within 1 year.

Veterans' Preference: Will be awarded to eligible candidates.

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Salary : $48,300 - $51,300

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