Job details

Location: Carbon County or Lehighton
Work type: Onsite
Compensation: $41,506 - $61,927/yr
Posted: yesterday
Apply on: governmentjobs.com

About this role

THE POSITION

Make each workday smoother for the teams who keep the county running! As a County Timekeeper with the Department of Transportation, you will guide staff through time and payroll processes that support fair, timely, and accurate pay. Your work will strengthen trust, clarity, and compliance across the county office. Step into a role where accuracy and communication make a major impact!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position serves as the main resource for timekeeping and payroll matters within the County Office. The role ensures accurate processing, reporting, and troubleshooting of payroll and leave information. As a County Timekeeper, you will perform the following duties:

Timekeeping Support: Maintain payroll entries and resolve time issues across the county
Payroll Guidance: Provide direction to employees and supervisors regarding payroll rules and procedures
Report Preparation: Prepare and review leave, payroll, and quota reports for accuracy
Error Resolution: Investigate payroll errors and determine corrective actions
Policy Interpretation: Apply union contracts and pay rules to ensure correct pay and leave coding
Record Monitoring: Review hours, entries, and documentation to confirm compliance with rules

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Full-time employment
Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
Overtime and shift work is required. Work hours are subject to change based on seasonal requirements and operational needs.
Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

Organization or Location Restrictions:

This posting is restricted to Department of Transportation, Carbon County employees only.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

One year as a Clerical Assistant 2 (commonwealth title); or
One year of moderately complex clerical experience; or
An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Special Requirements:

This position requires keyboarding skills to meet standards for speed and accuracy.

Additional Requirements:

You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Preferred Qualifications (not required):

Experience working with SAP (Systems, Applications, and Products)
Experience working with union or contract provisions
At least one year of moderately complex or advanced clerical experience with timekeeping or payroll for more than 20 employees
At least one year of moderately complex or advanced clerical experience with Microsoft 365 (Word, Outlook, and TEAMS)
At least one year of experience sorting, filing, and retrieving documents using a specific system
At least two years of customer service experience with inquiries from the general public

This position is subject to the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement or memorandum of understanding.

How to Apply:

Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

Veterans:

Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

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Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*

Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

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*Eligibility rules apply.

Supplemental Questions

01

Special Requirement - Do you possess keyboarding skills to meet standards for speed and accuracy?

Yes
No

02

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

03

Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Clerical Assistant 2 (or as a Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Clerk 2 classification or as a Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Clerk Typist 2 classification) for one or more years full-time?

Yes
No

04

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

05

How many years of full-time moderately complex clerical experience do you possess?

1 year or more
6 months but less than 1 year
Less than 6 months
None

06

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

07

How many semester credits of college coursework have you completed? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.

If your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visiting www.naces.org and clicking the Evaluation Services Link.

You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.

30 credits or more
15 but less than 30 credits
Less than 15 credits
None

08

Preferred Qualification - Have you ever worked with SAP (Systems, Applications, and Products) for timekeeping?

Yes
No

09

Preferred Qualification - Have you ever worked with union or contract provisions resulting in variations for pay rates or entitlements?

Yes
No

10

Preferred Qualification - Do you have at least 1 year of moderately complex or advanced clerical experience with timekeeping or payroll entry for more than 20 employees?

Yes
No

11

Preferred Qualification - Do you have at least 1 year of moderately complex or advanced clerical experience with Microsoft 365 (Word, Outlook, and TEAMS)?

Yes
No

12

Preferred Qualification - Do you have at least 1 year of experience sorting, filing and retrieving documents using a specific system to keep them organized and to be able to retrieve documents/files as needed?

Yes
No

13

Preferred Qualification - Do you have at least 2 years of customer service dealing with inquiries from the general public?

Yes
No

Required Question

Agency Information

EmployerCommonwealth of PennsylvaniaAddress 613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120 Website http://www.employment.pa.gov

About Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

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