Job Summary:

The Timekeeper, (Office Assistant 2(Calculations), SG09),  will maintain a technical knowledge base of the Time and Attendance rules and regulations as described by NYS Department of Civil Service, several different Union contracts, FLSA guidelines along with additional policies and procedures.  Responsibilities include timesheet review and sign off (ensure obligation hours are met, exception pay is accurate and appropriate time accrual management), utilizing SUNY Upstate, New York State and Research Foundation payroll systems.  Will provide timekeeping customer support for routine inquiries from all of SUNY Upstate community regarding time and attendance policies, procedures, Kronos automated time and attendance system, and escalating non-routine and complex questions to higher staff.
Will be able to perform assigned duties within prescribed timelines and be willing to handle multiple assignments at the same time, working in team settings as well as working independently. Perform all related duties, special projects as assigned and serving as back-up to other timekeepers.

In Addition:

• Should be result-oriented and proactive in providing timekeeping services in addition to supporting the time reporting team.
• Will demonstrate interpersonal, diplomacy, and reliability.
• Must be detail-orientated and have excellent analytical, math, communication, and organizational skills.

Minimum Qualifications:

For consideration for this title, you must meet one of the following minimum qualifications:

NYS Department of Civil Service Eligible list or eligible for transfer

Or

Promotional:

Must be a qualified employee of New York State and have had one year of permanent competitive or 55-b/55-c service as an office assistant, clerical or keyboarding title allocated to Grade 5 or higher. Qualifying titles are available at: https://www.cs.ny.gov/examannouncements/announcements/38687titles.cfm

Or

Open competitive (Non-competitive, NY HELPS) Qualifications:

One year of clerical experience where majority of work time is spent performing mathematical operations, and/or clerical activities related to mathematical operations.

Work Days:

Schedule based on a 37.5 hour work week. Monday – Friday 8:00am – 4:00pm

Message to Applicants:

Position Status: Permanent 

Salary: SG09 $42,641

**The NYS Department of Civil Service has expanded the NY HELPS Program. During this program, the NYS Civil Service Exam requirements are suspended for the Office Assistant 2(Calculations) title.

Recruitment Office:

Human Resources