<p>This position is only open to Colorado state residents.</p> <p>NOTE: This posting may fill more than one vacancy.</p> <p> </p> <p>Thank you for your interest in working for the State of Colorado. Join us and find meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents, helping to make Colorado a great place to live and work in. Please watch the short video below for tips on applying. </p> <p>Apply for a job with the State of Colorado</p> <p>To learn more about what happens after you apply for a position with the State of Colorado, please watch the short, informative video </p> <p>What Happens After You Apply</p> <p>Colorado for All Philosophy: Colorado for All means working toward a Colorado where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. It means we support the basic human rights of our neighbors regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, education level, disability, socio-economic status, or any other visible or invisible identity.</p> <p>The Department of Personnel & Administration (DPA) is the foundation for dependable state government, leading with responsiveness, integrity, and teamwork. We provide services to other government agencies and all Coloradans by taking bold initiative toward a government with engaged employees, innovative solutions, and constructive partnerships.</p> <p>DPA provides a wide range of programs and services, from custodial & maintenance to financial and human resources support, which assist other state agencies in fulfilling their missions.  At DPA, there are countless opportunities to contribute to meaningful work that supports and serves the people of Colorado. The wide variety of positions in DPA allow individuals to learn about state operations and provide for long-term career growth.</p> <p>If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and build greater public confidence in good government, consider joining the dedicated people of the State of Colorado; it's a chance to combine your expertise with public service. Our professionals strive to support state government and the residents of Colorado. Customer service is a key component for every position in state government as is the focus on ideas and ways to redesign the delivery of services in making state government more.</p> <p> </p> <p>Good Government Starts Here! </p> <p> </p> <p>Why We Want You:</p> <p>We want your expertise, positive energy, drive to succeed, and love of this great state as we work to elevate the expectations Coloradans have of their government.</p> <p>What You'll Get From Us:</p> <p>In return for the skilled work you do, DPA provides a competitive compensation and benefits package to accompany employment opportunities. Please see the  Benefits Overview video for details on the benefits offered to employees.</p> <p>Payroll Manual Check Desk: Accounting Technician will create and process manual checks for all agencies on a daily basis. Will answer questions and train agency payroll and human resources professionals in processing of manual checks and agency payroll entry. Will work with agencies or employees to determine the delivery method of manual checks. This includes walk-ins, delivery, assigned mailbox, or mailing of the check.  </p> <p>A summary of the duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:</p> <p> </p> <ul> <li>Manual Check Entry - Daily entry of manual check requests from the agencies, ensure deadlines are met each day. Ensure the manual checks are in balance. If not, work closely with the agency for correction and resubmit. Obtain approval signatures from agencies for manual checks, scan copies to ensure all manual checks are entered into the banking system so employees can cash the checks. Scan copies with backup for daily auditing.  </li><li>Payroll Keying - Daily payroll keying in the CPPS system that agencies do not have access to. This includes all PAWs, BAWs, overpayments, pre-paid insurance, cancels, and voids. Ensure deadlines are met for batches prior to all payroll cutoff dates and payroll processing so the employee record and payroll check is reflected correctly. </li><li>Mail, Blackbag and Scanning Documents - Distribute incoming mail to central payroll and outgoing mail to be delivered to agencies. Answer inquiries related to mail distribution problems and delays. Work with IDS on blackbag questions and deliveries. Scan various paperwork within the department. </li><li>Verification of Employment Inquiries - Manage the verification of employment process. Work with the vendor and agencies to ensure VOEs are receiving correct information for their employees. </li><li>IRS Restriction Letters - Process IRS restriction letters to agencies prior to payroll deadlines to ensure proper tax deductions are withheld from employees payroll checks. </li><li>A Human Resources Analyst will only review the work experience/job duties sections of the online job application to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying. Cover letters and resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of the official State of Colorado online application, but may be attached. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process for this position. Work experience and qualifications must be specifically documented on your online application. Do not use "see resume" or "see attached" statements on your application. Resumes WILL NOT be reviewed for minimum qualification screening. If it is determined that you meet the minimum qualifications, your application will also be used as part of the comparative analysis process to identify a top group for further consideration. </li></ul> <p>Skills-Based Hiring This position is advertised in line with the Governor's executive order (Executive Order 2022 015 (Download PDF reader)) focused on skills-based hiring practices that focuses on the knowledge, skills, and abilities specific to the job and aligns the hiring process accordingly. Skills-based hiring reduces potential barriers for applicants and allows for reduced bias in the hiring process by providing a direct description of skills that are unique to the duties assigned to the position with a recognition that the applicant may have developed these skills through education, training or past experiences.</p> <p>Residency Requirement: </p> <p> This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.</p> <p>Class Code & Classification Description: </p> <p>H8B2XX ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN III</p> <p>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  </p> <p>Experience:</p> <p>At least three (3) years of professional experience in accounting or payroll and related to the work assigned to this position</p> <p>OR</p> <p>Education and Experience:</p> <p>A combination of related education and/or professional experience in accounting or payroll and related to the work assigned equal to at least three (3) years</p> <p>The exceptional candidate will possess the proven ability or accomplishment in the following preferred qualifications:</p> <ul> <li>Previous State Service related to the work assigned to the position </li><li>Maintain a high degree of accuracy and confidentiality </li><li>Strong interpersonal and customer service skills </li><li>Ability to work independently as well as part of a team </li><li>Ability to work in a fast paced environment </li></ul> <p>Conditions of Employment:</p> <ul> <li>A pre-employment criminal background check will be conducted as part of the selection process. </li></ul> <p>Comparative Analysis Process </p> <p>The comparative analysis process for this position may consist of a structured application review, an online assessment or other structured assessment step.</p> <p>APPEAL RIGHTS:</p> <p>An applicant who has been removed from an employment list or removed from consideration during the selection process may request a review by the State Personnel Director.</p> <p>As an applicant directly affected by the results of the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file a written appeal with the State Personnel Director.</p> <p>Review of the completed, signed and submitted appeal will be timely on the basis of written material submitted by you, using the official appeal form signed by you or your representative. This form must be completed and delivered to the State Personnel Board by email at dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the Department's action.</p> <p>For further information on the Board Rules, you can refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov/board-rules.</p> <p>Employment Philosophy: The State of Colorado strives to build and maintain workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans. We are building a Colorado for All through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. The State is committed to non-discriminatory practices in hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities.</p> <p>Accommodations: The Department of Personnel & Administration is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, Heather Siegal heather.siegal@state.co.us</p>