TIME AND ATTENDANCE SPECIALIST

Job Summary


Under general supervision, is responsible for performing various time management-related functions, including collecting, entering, validating, and analyzing data. This position reports to the Finance
Department. Working conditions are primarily inside an office environment. Does not exercise supervision.


Essential Job Functions

  • Performs all time-management related functions, including those related to grants, internal orders, and uniformed personnel, for multiple departments or locations.
  • Adheres to departmental and organizational scheduled deadlines for multiple payrolls.
  • Acts as a liaison between the Payroll Section, Human Resources Department, City Departments and City employees on time management and payroll issues.
  • Monitors, validates and enters time data, leave, attendance-related disciplinary actions, and other exceptions onto SAP time sheets as received from departments or transferred from COSA's time collection system.
  • Maintains employees' work schedules in a timely and accurate manner.
  • Ensures compliance with policies and procedures and administrative directives related to time, attendance, leave and time clocks.
  • Provides attendance, leave balance, overtime, infraction and other reports as needed for management.
  • Organizes and maintains paper and electronic filing systems for time/pay data.
  • Trains and assists employees on procedures, methods, materials and tools used for time management and leave collection; enrolls employees on time collection devices. Serves as first line-of-support for time clocks.
  • Assists with special projects as assigned.
  • Communicates with employees by a variety of methods to assist with
    time/payroll related work, utilizing office equipment.
  • Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.


Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent (recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency)
  • Two (2) years of relevant experience in time and attendance operations.
  • Applicants for this position must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility. Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, the following will result in being disqualified for this position: Felony
  • Convictions, Felony Deferred Adjudication, Class A & B Misdemeanor
  • Deferred Adjudication, Class B Misdemeanor Convictions, an Open Arrest for Any Criminal Offense (Felony or Misdemeanor), and Family Violence Convictions.


Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Knowledge of time and attendance policies, processes and procedures.
  • Knowledge of payroll principles and procedures.
  • Knowledge of laws, rules, and regulations pertaining to payroll.
  • Knowledge of payroll-related computer programs and software.
  • Ability to adhere to deadlines.
  • Ability to process and maintain confidential information.
  • Skill in utilizing personal computers and associated MS Windows- based
    software applications (including Word, Excel, Outlook) in the completion
    of assignments.
  • Skill in operating a 10-key machine and calculator by touch.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
  • Ability to identify and resolve problems or situations requiring the
    understanding of payroll principles and the exercise of good judgment.
  • Ability to create and use computer spreadsheets.
  • Ability to research, analyze and summarize data.
  • Ability to work independently in the absence of supervision.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with
    City staff and the general public.
  • Ability to perform all the physical with or without accommodations, intellectual, and analytical requirements of the position including decision-making.
Company Description
Labor On Demand, Inc. d.b.a. LOD Staffing is a knowledgeable and passionate employment agency servicing the Austin and San Antonio metropolitan area. For nearly two decades, we have strived to bring the right people together with the right jobs. Whether it is an opportunity for a new career, seasonal work, or a part-time gig to provide extra income, we take extraordinary pride in matching you with a position that satisfies your employment needs. Join our team today and let us help you find your next exciting career opportunity. We look forward to meeting you!

EEO Statement

Employees of Labor on Demand Inc. are protected by federal laws, Presidential Executive Orders, and other laws designed to protect employees from discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), sexual orientation, parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or any other non-merit-based factor. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring practices, appraisal systems, promotions, and training and career development programs.

Employees of Labor on Demand Inc. are also protected against retaliation. Consistent with federal laws, acts of retaliation against an employee who engages in a protected activity whistle blowing, or the exercise of any appeal or grievance right provided by law will not be tolerated. Managers and supervisors of Labor on Demand Inc. are also reminded of their responsibility to prevent, document, and promptly correct harassing conduct in the workplace.
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