Payroll/Human Resources Technician I

Position Details

Position Information

Working Title of Vacant Position Payroll/Human Resources Technician I Job Type Full Time Posting Type Public Number of Vacancies 1 Department PUBLIC WORKS Division PUB WORKS STREET MAINTEN Requisition Number 2026272 Number of hours worked per week 40 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. Please browse our Benefits Brochure, for a full list of benefits and employee perks.

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 06/08/2026 Job Close Date 06/19/2026 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)

no

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