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Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Payroll Supervisor and/or Assistant Payroll Supervisor, responds to inquiries on citation and/or affidavits for wage Jennifer Branch (Comptrollers)deductions for both Corporate and Cook County Health (CCH). Reviews, researches and performs data entry of garnishment case data into Oracle EBS; calculates deductions; creates file cards; file folders; and prepares documentation for each new case. Maintains legal garnishment paperwork, submits copies of completed forms to attorneys and designated courts via fax. Submits garnishment information to the supervisor to obtain approval for wage garnishment payments. Maintains the master turnover listing. Receives, sorts, and mails all third-party checks. Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

· Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

· Skill utilizing payroll - garnishment software and or system.

· Knowledge in the application of mathematic principles and basic bookkeeping skills relative to maintaining important financial records and payrolls.

· Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to analyze and evaluate complex subject matter.

· Self-motivated with the ability to succeed in a fast-paced/high-volume transaction-based environment.

· Ability to make sound decisions, work independently and assist other staff members.

· Ability to be cross trained in various aspects of the department.

· Ability to maintain sensitive and highly confidential information.

· Ability to maintain a positive work atmosphere facilitating the success of the department.

· Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines. Minimum Requirements

• Possession of a High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) certificate SUPPLEMENTED WITH six (6) years of full-time work experience processing wage garnishment payroll.

-OR-

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate's degree and four (4) years of full time-time work experience processing Wage Garnishment Payroll.

-OR-

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree SUPPLEMENTED WITH two (2) years of full-time work experience processing wage garnishment payroll.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

• Knowledge of Oracle EBS or other ERP software.

Physical Requirements

Sedentary Work

Sedentary Work involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.

The duties listed are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee's normal line of work.

BENEFITS:

This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and any benefits, including but not limited to health insurance, retirement benefits, paid time off or union specific program may be covered by such agreements and are administered by the union. See the union bargaining agreement for more information: 2020-2024 SEIU Local 73 Offices Under the President

The County has a hybrid work environment which allows employees telecommuting and flexible scheduling options.

VETERAN'S PREFERENCE

When applying for employment with Cook County Government, preference is given in the application process to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for more than 180 consecutive days, or during War Time. To take advantage of this preference a Veteran must:

• MEET THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION.

• IDENTIFY THEMSELVES AS A VETERAN ON THEIR EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION BY ANSWERING YES TO THE QUESTION "Are you a military veteran?"

• ATTACH A COPY OF THEIR DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22 (NOTICE OF SEPARATION) AT TIME OF APPLICATION FILING. IF YOU HAVE MULTIPLE DD 214S, 215S, OR NGB 22S, PLEASE SUBMIT THE ONE WITH THE LATEST DATE. COAST GUARD MUST SUBMIT A CERTIFIED COPY OF THE MILITARY SEPARATION FROM EITHER THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (BEFORE 911) OR THE DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY (AFTER 911).

The Cook County Department of Veterans Affairs can assist you with obtaining a certified DD214 and having it recorded for you at no charge. Please contact veterans.affairs@cookcountyil.gov

VETERAN MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS AT TIME OF INTERVIEW.

NOTE: As an internal candidate, should you be offered the position, salary allocations shall abide by the Cook County Personnel Rules.

Candidates who are contacted will be required to produce original required documents (e.g., current driver's license, diploma, school transcript, certifications, etc.) listed on the Notice of Job Opportunity within five (5) days of being extended an offer, in writing, by the Bureau Chief of BHR (or designee). Candidates will be notified of how to submit the required document.

*Degrees awarded outside of the United States except for those awarded in one of the United States' territories and Canada, must be credentialed by either the World Education Services (WES) or Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE).

Falsification of any information in the application process will result in disqualification, dismissal after hire, and/or placement on the County's Ineligible for Rehire List for a period of two (2) or five (5) years. For current County employees, such falsification may result in discipline, up to and including termination, and placement on the County's Ineligible for Rehire List for a period of two (2) or five (5) years. See Cook County Code of Ordinances, Article II, Sections 44-54 Unlawful Practices Relating to Employees and Employment - Penalty, 44-56 Political Discrimination; Cook County Employment Plan, Section V.N. Pre-Interview License and Certification Verification; Supplemental Policy No. 2014-2.13 Ineligible for Rehire List; and Cook County Personnel Rules 3.3(b) (7) (d)

*This position requires successful completion of post-offer tests, which may include a background check, drug screen and medical examination.

*Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Please contact BHR.WorkforceStrategy@cookcountyil.gov for inquiries about this position

EEO Statement

Cook County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity ("EEO") employer. Cook County prohibits illegal discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, source of income, housing status, military service or discharge status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other protected category established by law, statute or ordinance as further defined in Chapter 44. Human Resources, Article II. Personnel Polices, Section 44-53 of the Cook County Code of Ordinances and Chapter 42. Human Relations, Article II. Human Rights, Section 42-35 of the Cook County Code of Ordinances.

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