Payroll Specialist - (Human Resources Consultant I) - 61007854-180287

United States

Job Responsibilities

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Process agency payroll ensuring all compensation related adjustments to payroll are accurate and processed timely including new hires, terminations and compensation updates. Ensure payroll compliance with organizational policies, contractual obligations, and applicable federal, state and local regulations. Creates payroll reports as needed. Monitor compliance and recommend process improvements where applicable. Support internal and external audits by preparing and providing required payroll documentation and reconciliations.

Serve as a liaison to complete payroll related tasks for outside agencies (e.g., PEBA, State Treasurer Office, Comptroller General Office, SCEIS). Respond to inquiries and provide guidance to employees and supervisors regarding payroll matters such as earnings, pay discrepancies, w4s, paystub reprints, w2 reissues, etc. Assist in facilitating trainings for employees and supervisors.

Collaborate with other departments in the agency as needed. Assist F&O as the HR procurement liaison. In the absence of the Business Manager, will be responsible for all tasks related to payroll. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

State Minimum Requirements: A bachelor’s degree and relevant human resources experience. A master’s degree in human resources management may substitute for the required experience.

Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

Agency Additional Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field plus relevant experience
- Substitutions: Master’s in HR Management (experience waiver) OR Associate’s + 2 years relevant experience (DPH approval).
Knowledge of payroll systems, compliance, and HR best practices.
Strong communication skills and a collaborative, solution-focused mindset.

Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application may upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency will require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring.

Preferred Qualifications

Efficient in Microsoft Excel. Experience in SCEIS payroll functions.

Additional Comments

EEO: The Department of Public Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, or genetic information.

Reasonable Accommodation: Applicants needing accommodation for medical reasons or a sincerely held religious belief may submit a request for accommodation. A reasonable accommodation may be granted if it doesn't impose an undue hardship or pose a direct threat to the health and safety of others.

State Disaster Plan: In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, Department of Public Health employees may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.

The South Carolina Department of Public Health offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

15 days Annual (Vacation) Leave per year
15 days Sick Leave per year
13 Paid Holidays
Paid Parental Leave
Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click here for additional information.
S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available(S.C. Deferred Compensation)
Retirement benefit choices *
- State Retirement Plan(SCRS)
- State Optional Retirement Program(State ORP)

Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.

HYBRID WORK: The option to work partially remote or adjusted work hours may be available after six (6) months of employment for approved positions.

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