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Payroll Specialist III (CS26-240)

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Edwardsville, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/21/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/21/2026
Description

Payroll Specialist III (CS26-240)

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 Payroll Specialist III (CS26-240). 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.

Why SIUE?

Employing more than 2,400 faculty and staff members, SIUE is one of the largest employers in the Metropolitan St. Louis area. A study by SIUE School of Business faculty shows the University has a $1.3 billion annual economic impact on the region. Each year, the University's presence generates almost 9,000 additional jobs and more than $250 million in labor income for the area.

What You Will Do

  • Initiates payroll records based on appropriate documentation, makes corrections and deletions, tracks earnings and employment eligibility, and serves as resource person on questions related to payroll.
  • Acts as liaison to the Payroll Office and advises students on eligibility and payroll issues.
  • Provides general and technical support for the student employment program and the Financial Aid Office

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Any one or any combination totaling two (2) years (24 months) from the following categories:

College Coursework In Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Or a Closely Related Field As Measured By The Following Conversion Table Or Its Proportional Equivalent

30 semester hours equals one (1) year (12 months)

Associate’s Degree (60 semester hours) equals eighteen months (18 months)

90 semester hours equals two (2) years (24 months)

Bachelor’s Degree (120 semester hours) equals three (3) years (36 months)

  • Work experience performing payroll duties requiring knowledge of standard practices used in the preparation, distribution, and maintenance of payrolls and payroll records.
  • One (1) year (12 months) of work experience serving as a resource person for a wide range of payroll areas, requiring in-depth knowledge of specialized areas.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Ability to operate calculator, adding machine, and enter information on mainframe terminal. Must master complex coding scheme for entering payroll data. Knowledge of all student employment policies and procedures, and general knowledge of Student Financial Aid policies and procedures. Working knowledge of the computerized bi-weekly payroll system (Banner), the Student Information System (Banner), Cougar Jobline, eprint, argos and LAN station/word processing and spreadsheets. Must be familiar with University policy pertaining to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act and student records.

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: 4067 – 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: All external candidates who receive a job offer will be required to undergo pre-employment screening for this position. The screening process will encompass a criminal background check and, where applicable, other background checks such as a drug screen, verification of employment and education or licensure/certification, reference checks, and/or checks with relevant government registries. Please note that all job offers are contingent upon successful completion of the required screening process.

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 .

Salary : $38,000 - $40,826

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