PT Payroll Specialist

PT Payroll Specialist

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155

To be considered for this position, you must complete the full state application. Please visit www.jobs.vccs.edu to apply.

Posting Details

 Posting Summary 

Working Title  | PT Payroll Specialist
Role Title  | Admin and Office Spec III
Role Code  | 19013-SW
FLSA  | Nonexempt
Pay Band  | 03
Position Number  | 294W0312
Agency  | Southwest Virginia Community College
Division  | Southwest Virginia Community College (Div)
Work Location  | Tazewell - 185
Hiring Range  | $16.83
Emergency/Essential Personnel  | No
EEO Category  | 6-Administrative Support
Full Time or Part Time  | Part Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-  | No
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?  | No
Work Schedule  | M-F 7:45a to 4:30p, up to 29 hours per week.
Sensitive Position  | No

Job Description 
Southwest Virginia Community College (SWCC) offers career-training programs in numerous technical, industrial and medical fields at a reasonable cost, going so far as to even waive tuition for certain eligible students. Located in Richlands, Virginia, SWCC offers associate’s degrees in such fields as business, education, general studies, liberal arts and science. These degrees are primarily intended for students who wish to transfer to a four-year university. SWCC also has associate degrees that feature programs intended to lead directly to a career in fields such as Nursing, Radiography and Administration of Justice.

Southwest Virginia Community College seeks a PT Payroll Specialist. Do you enjoy being accurate and timely? Do you enjoy basic accounting? Then consider applying to come work with our team at Southwest Virginia Community College as a Payroll Specialist. Thorough training through the state and by the Payroll Coordinator will help ensure success in this position.

This position will partner with the Payroll Coordinator on the following responsibilities:

Compiling and inputting all necessary data from source documents and updating employee records for processing biweekly, adjunct faculty, college work student and full-time payrolls. Reconciling payroll and fringe benefit reporting Preparing part-time wage reports and 1500 hour report Performing quarterly payroll reconciliation Ensuring compliance with federal and state payroll regulations and institutional policies Supporting internal/external audits and providing required documentation Maintaining compliance with Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and wage/hour laws Assisting with year-end processes Other duties as assigned.

About the College:
Southwest Virginia Community College (SWCC) offers career-training programs in numerous technical, industrial, and medical fields at a reasonable cost, going so far as to even waive tuition for certain eligible students. Located in Richlands, Virginia, SWCC offers associate degrees in such fields as business, education, general studies, liberal arts and science. These degrees are primarily intended for students who wish to transfer to a four-year university. Southwest also has associate degrees that feature programs intended to lead directly to a career in fields such as Nursing, Radiography and Administration of Justice.

Special Assignments  | May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications  | Ability to maintain confidentiality of employee payroll and personnel records Knowledge of basic bookkeeping/accounting principles and practices, State and Federal tax laws as it relates to payroll. Ability to analyze discrepancies and interpret payroll data. Ability to perform detailed work with numerical data. Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy Ability to meet strict payroll deadlines and manage competing priorities. Ability to grasp and utilize a highly technical and automated payroll system. Strong problem solving skills. Strong organizational and recordkeeping skills. Excellent computer skills including proficiency in Word and Excel. Ability to work with people and communicate effectively with others in giving and obtaining information. Ability to manage high-volume, deadline-driven work High school diploma required supplemented by basic bookkeeping/accounting courses and computer classes. An equivalent combination of training and experience may substitute.

Additional Considerations  | Payroll experience in a higher education setting. Payroll experience in a state employment setting. Experience with ERP/payroll systems (e.g., Banner, PeopleSoft, or similar)

Operation of a State Vehicle  | No
Supervises Employees  | No
Required Travel  | Some travel may be required.

 Posting Detail Information 

Posting Number  | WGE_3326P
Recruitment Type  | General Public - G
Number of Vacancies  | 1
Position End Date (if temporary)  |
Job Open Date  | 07/30/2026
Job Close Date  | 08/23/2026
Open Until Filled  | No
Agency Website  | www.sw.edu
Contact Name  | Human Resources
Email  | [email protected]
Phone Number  | 276-964-7333

Special Instructions to Applicants  | In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155

To be considered for this position, you must complete the full state application. Please visit www.jobs.vccs.edu to apply.

Additional Information   
Background Check Statement Disclaimer  | The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link:  http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement  | The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement  | The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement  | VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Quicklink for Posting  | https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/99124

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