Payroll Information Clerk - Engineering Job ID: 7799 Business Unit: Long Island Rail Road Location: Jamaica, NY, United States Regular/Temporary: Regular Department: Asst. CO Planning&Oper Support Date Posted: Jun 18, 2024 Description Title: Payroll Information Clerk Department: Engineering Post Date: 06/18/2024 Close Date: 07/02/2024 100% Hourly Rate of Pay: $39.889* (See Wage Progression Chart) Position Classification: Non-Safety Sensitive Location: Various Reports To: Manager – Engineering Payroll & Operational Support Union Affiliation: Transportation Communication Union ( TCU ) Summary: Responsible for inputting daily labor into the Corporate Time & Attendance Management System (CTAMS) such as hours worked, leave, maintenance and project accounting and labor distribution and all other information to be used in CTAMS. Performing clerical duties for the department. Responsibilities: Responsibilities may include but are not limited to: + Input data into the LIRR’s Corporate Time & Attendance Management System (CTAMS) based on labor distribution sheets generated by Engineering department field employees and supervision. Such data includes employee arrival time, departure time, hours worked, leave used, maintenance and project accounting and labor distribution codes, as well as all other required information. + Review labor distribution forms for completion, accuracy, and required approvals. Correspond with field supervision when required. + Review SAFER Reports and input them into the Efficiency Testing System (ETS). + Review employee sick notes. + Archive email submissions. + Perform other clerical tasks as required. Qualifications + A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent (GED or TASC) approved by a State's Department of Education or recognized accredited organization. + Experience with data entry + Intermediate computer skills, including working knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Outlook, Excel, and Word. Preferred/Desirable Skills/Qualifications : + Working knowledge of Microsoft Access + Working knowledge of Adobe Acrobat + Experience using Payroll Distribution Systems (i.e. Kronos) Wage Progression for New Employees Hired After 9/24/2014: 70%- 1st 365 Calendar Days 70%- 2nd 365 Calendar Days 75%- 3rd 365 Calendar Days 80%- 4th 365 Calendar Days 85%-5th 365 Calendar Days 85%- 6th 365 Calendar Days 90% - 7th 365 Calendar Days 100%- After 2,555 Calendar Days Wage Progression for Employees Hired on or Prior To 9/24/2014: 70%- 1st 365 Calendar Days 75%- 2nd 365 Calendar Days 80%- 3rd 365 Calendar Days 85%- 4th 365 Calendar Days 90% - 5th 365 Calendar Days 100%- After 1,825 Calendar Days Other Information In addition to meeting the minimum requirements of the position, the selection process may include, but is not limited to, a prescreening assessment (i.e., physical, written and/ or practical evaluation) and interview. Candidates forfeit further consideration in the process if they fail to participate in any step of the process when scheduled. Make up dates/times will not be given. In addition, LIRR employee applicants must be in their current position for the 12 months immediately preceding the close date of this posting and must possess a satisfactory work history, including attendance and discipline record. A record of more than ten sick days without medical documentation in two of last three years is considered unsatisfactory attendance. Not all qualified applicants are guaranteed an interview due to the competitive selection process. A medical examination and safety sensitive drug/alcohol test may also be required. Equal Employment Opportunity MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities. The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.