Police Services Administrator Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/metrocouncil/jobs/newprint/4833679) Apply  Police Services Administrator Salary $68,556.80 - $111,280.00 Annually Location Minneapolis, MN Job Type Full-Time Job Number 2025-00024 Division Metro Transit Department Police Admin and Investigation Opening Date 02/19/2025 Closing Date 3/6/2025 11:59 PM Central + Description + Benefits + Questions WHO WE ARE We are the Metropolitan Council, the regional government for the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. We plan 30 years ahead for the future of the metropolitan area and provide regional transportation, wastewater, and housing services. More information about us on our website. (https://metrocouncil.org/About-Us/The-Council-Who-We-Are.aspx) We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. TheMetro Transit Police Departmentis one of the fastest growing law enforcement agencies in the state due the expansion of light rail and Rapid Transit Bus systems. There is an authorized strength of 171 full-time officers, 80 part-time officers, 70 community service officers and 34 administrative staff dedicated to one thing: public safety on and near our transit system. How your work would contribute to our organization and the Twin Cities region: ThePolice Services Administratoris responsible for payroll administration, coordination of staff/personnel related processes, contract comprehension and rule implementation, maintaining schedules, processing POST licensing, new hire orientation and training, and other duties as required. What you would do in this job + Prepare and process bi-weekly payroll for sworn and non-sworn staff within MTPD ensuring accurate and timely submission, including validation of time keeping entries by staff, entering time records for part-time officers; and verifying contractual related coding for accuracy. + Process scheduling and staff changes within the payroll application, including bi-annual bid changes for all sworn staff, bi-weekly scheduling bid for parttime officers and updating workgroup changes such as rank and job as needed. + Prepare scheduled routine and reports on demand for reporting to Command Staff and the General Manager for staffing and annual pay step increases. Complete new hire setup and notifications in payroll application, orientation meeting to include paperwork, payroll application training, benefit setup and equipment. + Coordinate Disability Management Conferences, coordinate meetings complying with DMC timelines, preparing and distributing letters for meeting notifications, pre-disability qualification and medical disqualification or return to work plan. + Responsible for POST board licensing for officers by applying for new officer POST licenses, submitting requests for annual POST board renewal payments, provide notice of leaving service and removal of license to POST board, and prepare reports related to mandatory credits for licenses. + Serve as a liaison to Human Resources, Payroll and Risk Management. What education and experience are required for this job (minimum qualifications) Any of the following combinations of experience (including payroll processing, accounting, finance or human resources responsibilities) and completed education (Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Human Resources, Mathematics/Statistics or a related field): + High school diploma/GED with five (5) years of experience. + Associates degree with three (3) years of experience. + Bachelor’s degree, or higher, with one (1) year of experience. What additional skills and experience would be helpful in this job (desired qualifications): + Degree in business, accounting, human resources or closely related field. + Administrative experience in a police/law enforcement agency. + Experience and understanding of payroll processes and regulations. + Experience working with multiple union contracts. + Experience working with workers’ compensation claims. + Experience maintaining confidential information. + Detail-oriented, multi-tasking, and organizational skills. + Demonstrated ability to promote and support an equitable, positive, and respectful work environment that values cultural diversity among all employees. What knowledge, skills and abilities you should have within the first six months on the job: + Knowledge of payroll best practices. + Knowledge of scheduling. + Knowledge of State and Federal Laws related to payroll and employment. + Ability to read and interpret documents such as policy and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. + Understand and be familiar with union contracts for staff including TMSA, Lieutenant/Sergeant LELS, Fulltime Officer LELS, Parttime Officer LELS and Non-Rep Plan. + Knowledge of Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams. + Ability to adjust to changing priorities and work independently. What you can expect from us: + We offer the opportunity to make a difference and positively influence the Twin Cities metropolitan area. + We encourage our employees to develop their skills through on-site training and tuition reimbursement. + We provide a competitive salary, excellent benefits and a good work/life balance. More about why you should join us! (http://metrocouncil.org/Employment/Making-A-Difference.aspx) Additional information Union/Grade: Non-Represented Classified (NRC) / Grade E FLSA: Non-Exempt Safety Sensitive: No What your work environment would be: You would perform your work in a standard office setting. Work may sometimes require travel between your primary work site and other sites. What steps the recruitment process involves: + We review your minimum qualifications. + We rate your education and experience. + We conduct a structured panel interview. + We conduct a selection interview. Once you have successfully completed the steps above, then: If you are new to the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a background check conducted by the Metro Transit PD which verifies education, employment, and criminal history. All applicants' background checks and fingerprints must be cleared by the Criminal Bureau of Apprehension in order to be a user of their CJIS system. Failure to be cleared by BCA will automatically nullify any job offer extended. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the job. If you have a criminal conviction, you do not automatically fail. The Metropolitan Council considers felony, gross misdemeanor and misdemeanor convictions on a case-by-case basis, based on whether they are related to the job and whether the candidate has demonstrated adequate rehabilitation. If you are already an employee of the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a drug test (if moving from a non-safety sensitive position to a safety sensitive position) and criminal background check if the job you're applying for is safety sensitive, is a supervisory or management job, is in the Finance, Information Services, Audit, or Human Resources departments, or has access to financial records, files/databases, cash, vouchers or transit fare cards. All applicants' background checks and fingerprints must be cleared by the Criminal Bureau of Apprehension in order to be a user of their CJIS system. Failure to be cleared by BCA will automatically nullify any job offer extended. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the position. IMPORTANT: If you make a false statement or withhold information, you may be barred from job consideration. The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and veteran-friendly employer. The Council is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the region and strongly encourages persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please email HR-OCCHealth@metc.state.mn.us. We believe our employees are a key to our agency's success! In order to attract and retain high quality employees, the Council provides a highly competitive benefits package both in choice and coverage levels. Some highlights about our benefits are listed below: + Guaranteed monthly retirement income through Minnesota State Retirement System pension fund + Opportunity to save additional funds for retirement on a tax-deferred basis through a voluntary deferred compensation (457) plan + Two or more medical plans from which to choose, with employer contribution towards premiums over 80% + Dental insurance, life insurance and vision insurance The following benefits are provided to all employees as part of working for the Council. You will have access to free: + Well@Work clinic + bus/rail pass valued at over $1200 per year + parking at many job locations + fitness centers at many job locations + Employee Assistance Program + extensive health and wellness programs and resources 01 Applicant Instructions: It is important thatyour application shows all relevant education and experienceyou possess. The supplemental questions listed below are to further evaluate your education and experience and to determine your eligibility for this position. Answer each question completely, and please do not type "see resume" otherwise your application will be considered incomplete, and you will not receive further consideration for this position. The experience you indicate in your responses should also be consistent with the Work History section of this application. If you attach a resume and/or cover letter to your application, it will be reviewed at the education and experience review step. I have read and understand the above instructions regarding my application and supplemental questions. + Yes + No 02 How did youfirsthear about this job opening? + CareerForce Center + Community Event/Organization + Employee Referral + Facebook + Glassdoor + Indeed + Job Fair + LinkedIn + Metro Transit Bus Advertisement + Twitter + Website: governmentjobs.com + Website: metrocouncil.org + Website: metrotransit.org + Website: minnesotajobnetwork.com + Other 03 If you selected 'Other', please describe where you first heard about this job. if you selected 'Employee Referral' please enter the employee's first and last name, ID number (if known), and job title. Type N/A if not applicable. 04 Describe in detail your knowledge and experience working with payroll. If you do not have experience, indicate N/A. 05 Explain your experience in supporting employee benefits, including but not limited to, FMLA, short-term disability, worker’s compensation, union contracts and similar. If you do not have this experience, indicate N/A. 06 Describe in detail your experience providing customer service and support to a large group of internal or external customers. If you do not have experience, indicate N/A. 07 Describe a role you have held where maintaining confidential information was critical. If you do not have this experience, indicate N/A. 08 This position requires collaboration with both internal and external customers. How would you build trust and relationships with people from a variety of backgrounds and cultures? Required Question Employer Metropolitan Council Address 390 Robert St. N.St. Paul, Minnesota, 55101 Website https://metrocouncil.org Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email