Payroll and Personnel Clerk (1220) - Citywide Exam

Payroll and Personnel Clerk (1220) - Citywide Exam - (X00111) San Francisco is a vibrant and dynamic city, on the forefront of economic growth & innovation, urban development, arts & entertainment, as well as social issues & change. This rich tapestry of culture and ideas is sustained by our City's commitment to heighten the quality of life for the diverse population of San Franciscans and residents of the greater Bay Area. Our employees play an important role not only in making our City what it is today, but also in shaping the future of San Francisco. 1220 Payroll and Personnel Clerk THIS IS A CITYWIDE EXAM This is a Citywide Exam which means that multiple departments across the City and County of San Francisco will have the opportunity to hire candidates resulting from this recruitment. City and County of San Francisco payroll positions may include but are not limited to the following departments: Department of Public Health (DPH), Office of the Controller, City College of San Francisco, Municipal Transportation Agency (MTA), Public Utilities Commission (PUC), Public Works (DPW), San Francisco Police Department (SFPD), San Francisco Fire Department, Human Services Agency (HSA), San Francisco International Airport (SFO), San Francisco Public Library, San Francisco Recreation and Park Department and Unified School District (USD). Application Opening: March 2, 2026 Application Filing Deadline: March 11, 2026 11:59 P.M. (PST) Job Description Under general supervision, the 1220 Payroll and Personnel Clerk is responsible for calculating and preparing payroll and timekeeping information, and processing personnel transactions of a routine nature. This classification is a journey-level position in the Payroll and Personnel Clerk classification series. The essential duties include : Calculate, post and audit payroll and timekeeping information; utilize basic mathematical techniques to document and assure the accuracy of employee work hours, vacation hours, sick pay credits, leave credits, State Disability Insurance, Worker's Compensation and other related calculations. Input payroll, timekeeping, and personnel information data into systems to maintain accurate and up-to-date records. Respond to routine timekeeping, payroll, and personnel inquiries; makes changes to employees information, resolve discrepancies and/or clarify procedures for employees, supervisors, managers and others, both in person and over the telephone; analyzes and interprets economic provisions of collective bargaining agreements. Prepares a variety of payroll and personnel-related forms, correspondence, input documents, and problem reports. Maintain detailed files and record-keeping systems to ensure accurate and complete documentation of payroll and personnel transactions in original copy. Receive, distribute and file payroll and personnel related reports. Qualifications One (1) year of experience preparing, calculating and maintaining payroll and/or personnel records. Substitution: Completion of thirty (30) semester / forty-five (45) quarter units of coursework from an accredited college, university or business school with a minimum of twelve (12) semester / eighteen (18) quarter units of coursework in business administration, accounting, mathematics, human resources, or a closely related field may substitute for one (1) year of the required experience; OR Possession of a Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) Certificate issued by the American Payroll Association may substitute for one (1) year of the required experience. Every application is reviewed to ensure that you meet the minimum qualifications as listed in the job ad. Please review our articles on Employment Application and Minimum Qualifications and Verification of Experience and/or Education for considerations taken when reviewing applications. Payroll and Personnel Examination (Weight 100%) Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in a written multiple-choice examination, designed to measure their relative knowledge, skills and abilities in job-related areas. The multiple-choice examination may include, but is not limited to: knowledge of payroll preparation related laws, rules and regulations; knowledge of personnel related laws, rules, and regulations; the ability to input data into an automated system, the ability to perform payroll related functions; the ability to perform personnel related procedures; written communication skills; the ability to maintain records; and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Please note, if you apply, and also meet the minimum qualification requirements for the 1222 Senior Payroll and Personnel Clerk and/or 1224 Principal Payroll and Personnel Clerk you will only be scheduled once for the Payroll Examination. In accordance with Civil Service Rule 111.11.4, inspection privileges do not apply to the questions and answers in this examination. This multiple-choice exam will be administered remotely. This computer-administered exam can be taken at home. Candidates must have access to a computer and reliable internet connection to participate in these exams. Candidates will be scheduled for a specific time and date to complete the examination. Note: Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed to advance through all of the steps in the selection process. Candidates must achieve a passing score on all selection procedures in order to be ranked on the eligible list. Candidate scores on this examination may also be applied to other announcements involving other job titles, when directed by the Human Resources Director. Eligible List/Score Report: A confidential eligible list of applicant names that have passed the civil service examination process will be created, and used for certification purposes only. An examination score report will be established, so applicants can view the ranks, final scores and number of eligible candidates. Applicant information, including names of applicants on the eligible list, shall not be made public unless required by law. However, an eligible list shall be made available for public inspection, upon request, once the eligible list is exhausted or expired and referrals resolved. The eligible list/score report resulting from this civil service examination process is subject to change after adoption (e.g., as a result of appeals), as directed by the Human Resources Director or the Civil Service Commission. The duration of the eligible list resulting from this examination process will be of twenty-four (24) months, and may be extended with the approval of the Human Resources Director.

Created: 2026-03-05