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Payroll Technician

Department of the Navy
Commander, Navy Installations Command
Command Navy Region Northwest, N94

Summary

This position is assigned to the Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) N94 Human Resources (HR) Office; Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR) Support Service Center; Commander, Navy Region NW (CNRNW), at Keyport, WA. This position is responsible for processing payroll and maintaining payroll records for approximately 900+ NAF employees for three major naval installations in the PNW including: Naval Station Everett, Naval Base Kitsap, and Naval Air Station Whidbey Island. Open to Current N9 Employees

Overview

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Accepting applications
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Work site options
Telework eligible
Yes—Situational telework as determined by the agency policy.
Remote job
No
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Salary
$24.45 - $26.25 per hour

GS 6 Step 1-4 equivalent range

Pay scale & grade
NF 3
Promotion potential
None
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule
Full-time
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Appointment type
Permanent
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status
No
Federal service type
This job is in the Competitive Service
Represented by a union
No
Drug test
No
Security clearance
Other
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.
Background check type
Financial disclosure required
No
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number
27-13107917
Control number
891321800

This job is open to

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Clarification from the agency

Open to current employees of Command Navy Region Northwest NAF N9

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Duties

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DUTIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

  • Processes payroll for all CNRNW NAF employees including validation and exporting timekeeping data from the approved automated timekeeping system (e.g. KRONOS) into the Commander, Navy Installation Command (CNIC) automated payroll processing systems (e.g. PCPW, ADP).
  • Answers telephonic and written inquiries pertaining to individual employees. Coordinates with appropriate personnel for resolution of problems ranging from standard to complex, to include overtime, shift or night differential, irregular duty hours, and weather or service disruptions.
  • Works with CNIC and the designated payroll services provider (e.g. ADP) to resolve payroll issues or problems encountered, such as federal, state and local taxes, benefits and both involuntary and voluntary payroll deductions.
  • Acts as the liaison between payroll and other governmental and non-governmental offices.
  • Makes retroactive adjustments to pay as necessary due to discrepancies, mass pay changes and other external factors requiring adjustments for compliance.
  • Ensures leave and schedules changes in employee bi-weekly timesheets are properly recorded in the system in accordance with established procedures. Coordinates corrections of discrepancies.
  • Verifies that each activity has completed posting of time and attendance data, and that certification is complete at the end of the pay period.
  • Interprets payroll regulations for managers and explains actions that may directly impact employee pay and/or entitlements.
  • Maintains files for correspondence, reports, and payroll functions while protecting the integrity of Personally Identifiable Information (PII).
  • Ensures proper record retention and disposal.
  • Processes changes and reconciles leave balance for transfers upon receipt of payment.
  • Coordinates the NAF employee Leave Donation Program, crediting donated leave to appropriate recipients and returning unused leave to donors per the established standard operating procedure.
  • Processes orders for deduction of child support, alimony, bankruptcy, Federal tax levy, and commercial debts ensuring accurate execution and conformance with regulatory and statutory requirements.
    • Enters garnishment data into payroll systems and verifies that it processes properly.
    • Provides data to individual employees, courts, IRS, etc., concerning garnishment actions.
    • Submits garnishment and child support data to accounts payable.
  • Maintains Deductions in Arrears reports and send letters to employees who may be out of compliance. Enters changes into the automated payroll system (e.g. union deductions, financial organizations, tax rates, charitable contributions, insurance, program codes, etc.)
  • Responds to wage and separation information requests for Employment Security Department.
  • Responds to Employment Verification requests.
  • Tracks and ensures employees do not exceed the allowable hours for Disabled Veteran Leave, Family Medical Leave, and Paid Parental Leave.
  • Holds new user or refresher training for users and managers in the timekeeping system.
  • Coordinates with human resources representatives from gaining and losing offices to verify portability eligibility and entitlements for employees transferring from one government entity to another.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Subject to background check in accordance with federal regulations.
  • Must have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer
  • Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment to include passing all applicable records and background check.
  • Starting May 7, 2025, non-affiliated individuals requesting access will need a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or another acceptable form of identification to access CNRNW Installations. (Review required documents section for more information.)

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

  • Two years of general experience, which demonstrates progressively responsible clerical, office, or other work that indicates ability to acquire the particular knowledge and skills needed to perform accounting or payroll functions.
  • Specialized experience of at least one year processing payroll for a large organization (e.g. , including use of automated financial systems, processing of timekeeping records, balance and reconciliation of accounts, and adherence to state and federal wage and hour regulations.
  • Knowledge of all areas of payroll processing and the various techniques and procedures necessary to properly pay employees on a timely basis and maintain adequate controls.
  • Knowledge of automated payroll system(s), pay/deduction codes, general ledger account code structure(s), and payroll/personnel procedures.
  • Knowledge of accounting techniques and procedures sufficient to understand account relationships within an extensive account structure of an automated system covering operations at a large number of organizational units and programs generating a wide variety of transactions.
  • Knowledge of Non-Appropriated Fund regulations, procedures and policies is a plus.
  • Knowledge of Federal records procedures and regulations (e.g., documentation retention requirements, official personnel file maintenance, controlled unclassified information).
  • Skill in the use of an automated accounting, payroll or Human Resources Information System (e.g., ADP, SAP, KRONOS, etc.)
  • Skill in the use of Microsoft Office Programs (e.g., Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook).
  • Skill working with various data files, applications and systems to import/export data.
  • Skill and demonstrated experience performing data entry with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Skill in providing excellent customer service obtained through prior experience and training.
  • Skill in interpersonal communication to interact with a variety of internal and external customers at all levels of the organization.
  • Ability to provide general advice and assistance on interpretation of basic pay policies and regulations.
  • Ability to prepare clear, concise, and technically sound reports related to the specific HR functional area to which assigned.
  • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with tact and diplomacy.

Education

A bachelor's degree in accounting, business, or another related field may be combined with experience to complete specialized requirements. In order to substitute education for experience, transcripts must be uploaded with application in order to be considered.

Additional information

Salary is dependent on experience and/or education. Some positions have special requirements. Selectee may be required to complete a one (1) year probationary period. Participation in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment is required. We utilize E-Verify to confirm selectee's eligibility to work in the United States. Salary is dependent on experience and/or education.

This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 60 days of issuance of selection certificate.

Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. According to the Executive Order, all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment. Commander, Navy Region Mid-Atlantic Command is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace. The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated, and use of or intoxication by illegal drugs will result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal Service.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

All resumes will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement, and will be rated based on the information provided in the resume to determine the level of knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) related to the job requirements. Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of KSAs will be used for each resume. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews.

Commander, Navy Installations Command

Welcome to Navy Region Northwest, the third largest fleet concentration area in the continental United States. Navy Region Northwest's mission is to support the fleet, fighter and family in order to provide ready Naval forces able to execute our nation's defense. We are military, civil service, and contractor professionals who together operate the Navy's premier shore installations. Situated in one of the most beautiful locations in the world, the area offers a unique setting with a variety of activities and opportunities for service members and their families.

The Support Services Division (N94) provides critical business support services across all N9 programs. These services include acquisitions for supplies and services, information technology, marketing and communications, non-appropriated (NAF) human resources, financial management, project management, and training. Support Services are hosted out of the Service Center, located at Naval Base Kitsap-Keyport.

Agency contact information

NRNW NAF HRO
Email
cnrnwn9nafhr@us.navy.mil
Address
NRNW Region NAF HR Office
1103 Hunley RD
Bldg 94
Silverdale, WA 98315
US

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