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Job Title STEPS Payroll Specialist Requisition Number TE08699 Department Name 1B000: Student Success Administration Work Location Lexington, KY Salary Range $20.50-$22.50/hour Type of Position Temporary Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education Required Related Experience Required License/Registration/Certification Physical Requirements Sitting at workstation for extended periods of time; repetitive motions typical of desk work; prolonged screen time. Shift Primarily 8:00 am-5:00 pm; Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week Job Summary The University of Kentucky, Office for Student Success is currently seeking a STEPS Payroll Specialist to assist with human resources and payroll support. Primary job responsibilities will include: creating hiring proposals and on boarding new employees; off-boarding staff and students; processing payroll actions; reviewing and maintaining payroll data; creating and reviewing reports associated with employee compensation; and coordinating with various University entities to ensure payroll requests are processed in a timely and accurate manner. The ideal candidate for this position will be a team player, but must also work well independently to provide exceptional customer service to support our students and staff.

Position will primarily work normal business hours 8 a.m-5 p.m., Monday-Friday, and is eligible to be considered for a hybrid work schedule.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Prefer familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel. Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience Prefer previous experience in human resources or payroll and/or knowledge of UK business regulations and policies. Deadline to Apply 02/17/2025 Our University Community We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.