This role serves as the manager of the Payroll and Timekeeping section within the Office of Human Resources, overseeing the accurate and efficient administration of operations. The position involves establishing, refining, and implementing procedures to ensure compliance with Agency and State-wide Policies and Procedures, Personnel Code, Rules, Position Classification Plan, Pay Plan, Collective Bargaining contracts as they apply to time and pay. As a full-line supervisor, the manager provides strategic leadership to a team of payroll and timekeeping professionals, assigning tasks, monitoring progress, and conducting performance evaluations. This includes mentoring and developing staff to foster a high-performing and cohesive team. The role involves collaboration with internal divisions and the Labor office to address and resolve discrepancies or conflicts related to payroll transactions and timekeeping systems. The manager also serves as a key liaison to external auditors and stakeholders, ensuring transparency and compliance during reviews, inquiries, or audits.