Review Vacancy
Date Posted: 05/19/26
Applications Due: 06/03/26
Vacancy ID: 216330
Position Information
NY HELPYes
AgencySUNY Plattsburgh
TitlePayroll Examiner 2 (Temporary)
Occupational CategoryClerical, Secretarial, Office Aide
Salary Grade15
Bargaining UnitASU - Administrative Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $59787 to $72429 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Temporary
Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class
Travel Percentage 0%
Schedule
Workweek Mon-Fri
Hours Per Week 37.5
Workday
From 8 AM
To 4 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? No
Location
County Clinton
Street Address 101 Broad Street
City Plattsburgh
StateNY
Zip Code12901
Job Specifics
Duties Description The Payroll Examiner 2 oversees the accurate and timely processing of employee payroll, including appointments, leaves, salary changes, and payments in the SUNY HR Employment System. Responsibilities include maintaining payroll records, calculating salary transactions, ensuring compliance with State and SUNY policies and deadlines, preparing reports, updating procedures, and interpreting payroll and time and attendance regulations. The position also supervises a Payroll Examiner 1 through training, work assignment, evaluations, and performance management. As SUNY Plattsburgh is an institution that delivers challenging and high-quality educational experiences to a diverse group of learners, the successful candidate must demonstrate an understanding of and sensitivity to diversity, inclusion, and equity-minded policies, programs, and practices.
Minimum Qualifications -Must be eligible for permanent appointment to this title pursuant to civil service law
-A demonstrated ability to work effectively and collegially with a variety of individuals
For those currently on a civil service list:
If you receive an emailed canvass letter, you must respond interested and complete an online application to be considered.
Promotion:
One year of permanent competitive service as a Payroll Examiner 1
Additional Comments This position is part of the department’s succession planning efforts and will train alongside the current Payroll Examiner 2 within Human Resource & Payroll Services. As a member of the Administration and Finance division, Human Resource & Payroll Services provides essential support to campus stakeholders as well as local, state, federal, and international partners. The division is responsible for the stewardship of the University’s human, physical, financial, and technical resources. Through collaborative and thoughtful engagement, our team plays a key role in supporting the University’s educational mission. The anticipated work schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
If a canvass letter is emailed, you must respond interested and complete an online application to be considered. Please include a complete application and contact information for three current professional references. A resume is also strongly encouraged. Additional information may be requested at a later step in the process.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
How to Apply
Name Human Resource Services
Telephone 518-564-5062
Fax
Email Address HRS@plattsburgh.edu
Address
Street 101 Broad Street
City Plattsburgh
State NY
Zip Code 12901
Notes on ApplyingIf interested in this position please apply online - https://jobs.plattsburgh.edu/postings/16159
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