Payroll Supervisor (Human Resources Generalist I)

We are seeking an enthusiastic, proactive, and driven Payroll Supervisor (Human Resources Generalist I) to become an integral part of our dynamic team within the Financial Resources Division. This is a vital role responsible for overseeing and managing payroll operations for a diverse group of employees, including law enforcement personnel and general county merit employees. You will be the go-to subject matter expert on county payroll policies, departmental payroll procedures ensuring compliance with labor laws and collective bargaining agreements while leading a high-performing team.

In this position you will leverage your leadership skills, payroll expertise, and ability to collaborate with multiple stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate payroll processing. You will thrive in an environment where precision, attention to detail, and a positive, solutions-oriented approach to problem-solving are essential. This role requires interpreting and implementing payroll and human resources policies, ensuring compliance with regulations, and managing complex payroll structures associated with over 1,550 collective bargaining unit employees.

Key responsibilities include supervising a team of three Administrative Assistants (AA IVs), conducting payroll audits, processing personnel actions, and addressing payroll-related inquiries. Navigates the complexities of collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) to ensure accurate payroll processing. Additionally, maintaining positive labor relations by working closely with union representatives and human resources is essential. Your ability to build and nurture these relationships will be crucial to the success of our team.

This position requires a strong understanding of county payroll policies, labor laws, and regulations, along with exceptional communication skills to guide and resolve payroll issues for employees and supervisors. As the Payroll Supervisor, you will be the primary point of contact for any payroll-related queries or concerns, making your problem-solving abilities essential. Additionally, the Payroll Supervisor is responsible for overseeing military leave processes, managing payroll-related third-party billing, processing clothing allowances and stipends, leading team meetings, developing and presenting training materials, maintaining the payroll manual, and ensuring all payroll activities are completed accurately and on time.

• Administers programs for Department, i.e., tuition assistance, pay for performance;
• Researches and provides analysis of issues and initiatives;
• Assists with recruitment processes for department.

• Basic knowledge of principles of administration and management principles and practices;
• Basic knowledge of federal, state, and county laws, regulations and ordinances pertaining to human resources;
• Ability to use computer hardware and software;
• Ability to gather and analyze data;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with applicants, employees, and County officials;
• Ability to speak and write effectively.

• Experience providing generalist-level support services to a managerial and/or executive graded employee.
• Experience working for a local, state, or federal government.
• Experience providing payroll and time and attendance support services in a public safety.
• Experience providing payroll and time and attendance support services in a public safety (Law Enforcement, Fire & Rescue, Emergency Management) or Uniform Military Services (Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, Navy, National Guard) working environment
• Experience entering, modifying, and extracting time or payroll data from a database and/or Web-based application in order to generate reports.
• Experience handling confidential and sensitive information in a public or private sector environment.

Fairfax County is home to a highly diverse population, with a significant number of residents speaking languages other than English at home (including Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and many others.) We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for this opportunity.

Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. TTY 703-222-7314. DHREmployment@fairfaxcounty.gov EEO/AA/TTY.