Senior Payroll and Retirement Analyst presso San Mateo County Office Of Education

Thank you for your interest in the San Mateo County Office of Education (SMCOE). SMCOE employees share a vision of equity and excellence in education for every student, educator, and school. Children and youth are at the heart of our work, and we pride ourselves on being an inclusive, supportive workplace where staff have the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive. San Mateo County is home to 23 school districts, serving 85,000 students, and a robust early learning community. SMCOE and its staff have been recognized widely for their innovative and effective approaches to addressing challenging issues facing schools and students. SMCOE welcomes and embraces individuals from all backgrounds, races, ethnicities, disabilities, gender identities, sexual orientations, immigration statuses, and religions. At SMCOE, equity means providing every learner aged 0-22 with the education and support needed to thrive in school, career, and life, and every staff member with opportunities to grow and further deepen their impact. SMCOE is seeking employees who share our vision and commitment to excellence and equity in education for all students. To achieve equity, SMCOE commits to: • Interrupt inequitable practices and replace them with equity-driven, transparent systems; • Improve outcomes for historically and currently underserved student groups, building on the assets, strengths and talents that they and their families possess; • Continue to educate ourselves so we are better able to confront and dismantle systemic inequities; • Center voices of those that have been historically marginalized and underserved, engaging a broad range of educational and community partners, in decision-making, determining priorities. THE MERIT SYSTEM AND THE PERSONNEL COMMISSION The San Mateo County Office of Education has utilized the Merit System since 1966 to ensure that classified employees are selected, promoted and retained without favoritism or prejudice. The Personnel Commission oversees a Civil Service (Merit) System of personnel management for San Mateo County Office of Education employees. The Merit System is a method of personnel management which is designed to promote the efficiency and economy of the workforce and the good of the public by providing for the selection and retention of employees, promotional opportunities, in-service training, and other related matters on the basis of merit, fitness, and the principle of “like pay for like work."

Under direction, leads and participates in a variety of complex duties concerning the reconciliation of financial transactions and reports related to the County Office’s and related education agency’s (e.g.,assigned school districts) payroll and taxes, including retirement services; reviews, analyzes, compiles, and audits related payroll data and reports; ensures financial transactions and reports comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations; performs the more complex work assignments for the classification series including complex reconciliation and compliance duties for which there are little or no directly related policies, procedures, or past practice which requires the exercise of independent judgment and discretion in establishing work plans, identifying resources, and completing assignments; and performs related duties as required. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Prepares, maintains, and processes the County Office’s and related education agency’s payroll including a variety of payroll and retirement system related forms, notices, and records. Serves as a technical resource to various internal departments, external agencies, and employees on related issues (e.g., certificated and classified payroll issues, including accounting activities, salaries, retirement plans, other contribution accounts, refunds, and service credit); responds to inquiries and complaints; acts as a mediator and provides information as needed. Prepares, processes, reviews, and adjusts payroll and retirement systems reporting (e.g., California Public Employee Retirement System (CalPERS) and California State Teachers Retirement System (CalSTRS)); coordinates with appropriate representatives to ensure reports are submitted accurately and appropriately including researching and processing work orders, resolving report errors and service credits, and preparing appropriate payments and reports. SEE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR COMPLETE LIST OF JOB DUTIES.

BENEFITS: Total Compensation Package: Placement on salary schedule. If a medical plan is selected, the employee will receive a contribution of $1,300.00/month toward the selected medical plan (through CalPERS), Delta Dental, and Life Insurance. The employee pays the balance of their health premiums from their gross earnings on a pre-tax basis. If a medical plan is not selected, employees will receive a contribution of $300.00/month toward single coverage for Delta Dental, and Life Insurance. A vision plan (VSP) is also available. Employees pay the worker contribution to the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). This position is represented by California School Employees Association (CSEA) Chapter No. 887. Pursuant to Article 2 of the CSEA 887 Collective Bargaining Agreement, the County Office shall deduct in accordance with the CSEA dues and fees schedule from the wages of all employees. OTHER FRINGE BENEFITS: Accrue 102 hours of sick leave 15 paid holidays 15 paid vacation days CALPERS Employer Contribution Work remotely one (1) day every week (applicable after initial 6 months pending supervisor approval) Flexible work schedule depending on position Commuter Benefit Tuition Reimbursement *Floating Holiday, Personal Leave, Executive Leave, and Personal Business vary depending on the position, collective bargaining agreement, and/or other regulations. PLEASE ATTACH THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENT(S) IN YOUR APPLICATION:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Any combination of education and experience providing the job knowledge, skills, and ability for successful job performance will be considered for positions in this classification. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to: EDUCATION: Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in business, accounting, finance, or a related field; and EXPERIENCE: Three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience in payroll processing and reporting, including one (1) year at a lead capacity. ENVIRONMENT WORKING CONDITIONS: Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing divisional policies and procedures. EXAMINATION PROCESS: The examination process for this classification may consist of: 1. A review of application materials for completeness and accuracy including educational background, training, and experience; 2. An in-person written examination (Tentative Date: September 17, 2025); and 3. An oral board examination conducted virtually (Tentative Date: September 23, 2025).

CSEA 887 Salary Schedule Range 33