This position is open until filled with an initial application review to take place on May 5, 2025.

The salary range for this position is dependent upon qualifications, classification, and internal equities and is as follows:

PR Tech II - $24.00 - $27.68

PR Tech III - $28.25 - $31.50

This position works a hybrid schedule of two in-office days per week. 

WHO WE ARE

Established in 1943, the mission of the SDSU Research Foundation (SDSURF) is to support the research objectives of San Diego State University by helping faculty and staff find, obtain, and administer funding for their research and sponsored programs. SDSU is one of the top public research universities in the nation, furthering discoveries, interventions, and solutions that improve communities and change the world. SDSURF provides the full life cycle of grants services to faculty and staff to further their important work.

WHAT OUR DEPARTMENT DOES

The payroll department is responsible for managing SDSU Research Foundation’s payroll systems and ensuring that employees are paid on time and accurately, while ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and policies.

YOUR ROLE IN CREATING THE UNIVERSITY’S PRESENT AND FUTURE

Providing excellent payroll service for all SDSU Research Foundation employees, including projects, KPBS, Extended Studies and Campanile Foundation staff.

THE SKILLS WE NEED

• Knowledge of applicable laws, rules and regulations, policies, procedures, and practices pertaining to payroll, time reporting and benefit plans.
• Knowledge of computing skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of and understanding of tax deductions and paid time off accruals.
• Ability to interpret payroll policies and procedures to employees through instructions, procedures, or other means.
• Ability to establish and maintain strict confidentiality of personnel and payroll documents and records.
• Ability to work under pressure and can prioritize the workload to meet payroll deadlines.
• Ability to review payroll documents for accuracy, completeness, validity, and adherence to standards.
• Ability to learn the Banner finance system, Workforce, and additional systems as it relates to payroll.
• Ability to work well in a team environment to expedite audits needed for payroll and tax preparation.
• Ability to demonstrate excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills to interact with administrators, faculty, staff, and employees.
• Ability to exercise tact, courtesy, alertness, and good judgment in responding to others.

Experience and Education

Payroll Technician II

• High school diploma or equivalent
• At least two years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in payroll or human resources.

Payroll Technician III

• At least three years of related and advance work in payroll requiring a comprehensive knowledge of payroll, labor regulations and multi-state payroll related taxes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business or related.
• Experience with Ellucian Banner, Etrieve, JIRA or other related electronic systems
• Payroll Certification (FPC or CPP)
• Previous experience using a time keeping system such as Workforce Software for payroll processing.
• Experience working in a diverse academic or public organization.

WHAT YOU WILL RECEIVE

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
• Life and disability insurance plans
• Generous employer contributed 403b retirement plan. We match 200% on the first 5% of contributions, up to 10% maximum employer matching contribution. All contributions are 100% vested.
• Vacation and sick leave accruals
• 14 paid holidays and 1 annual personal holiday
• Hybrid in-office/telework arrangements
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Access to campus amenities, including Love Library, Aztec Lanes bowling alley, SDSU transit center, and a variety of coffee shops and eateries.
• Discounted Aztec Recreation Center gym membership and SDSU events
• Wellness workshops

HOW TO APPLY AND TIPS FOR MAKING IT THROUGH OUR HIRING PROCESS

You must apply through the SDSURF Career Page. Make sure your application is complete. Including a resume and cover letter is recommended. Respond to supplemental questions thoroughly.

WHAT OUR HIRING PROCESS IS LIKE

We work as fast as we can to make hiring decisions. However, it may take several weeks for all the parties involved to review your application. We keep in touch each step of the way and inform you of the status of your application.

ADDITIONAL APPLICANT INFORMATION: 

• Candidate must reside in California and live within a commutable distance from SDSU at time of hire.
• Job offer is contingent upon satisfactory clearance based on background check results (including a criminal record check).
• San Diego State University Research Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, SDSU Research Foundation provides equal opportunity in employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin or any other categories protected by federal or state law.
• Employment decisions are based on an individual’s qualifications as they relate to the job under consideration. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every employee has equal access to resources and support. 
• SDSU Research Foundation complies with Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), and other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws including grant or contract terms and conditions related to funded program activities. Further the SDSU Research Foundation maintains a Nondiscrimination Policy that prohibits discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all programs, policies, and practices.
• SDSU Research Foundation makes all employment decisions including, but not limited to, applicant screening, hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, benefits, disciplinary actions, and terminations on the basis of merit.