PAYROLL CLERK I

Position/Program Information

Position/Program Information

We will be accepting online applications from Tuesday, June 02, 2026, at 8:00 AM (PT) until Monday, June 15, 2026, 5:00 PM (PT).

All applications must be received before 5:00 PM (PT) on Monday, June 15, 2026, to be accepted.

Exam number

R1331N-R

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT

We welcome applications from everyone.

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Why work for us?

With more than 10 million residents, Los Angeles County is the most populous county in the nation! As the largest employer in Southern California, over 116,000 employees in more than 38 Departments, we provide vital public services as diverse as law enforcement, property assessment, public health protection, water conservation, cultural activities and many more.

We are dedicated professionals committed to preserving the dignity and integrity of the workplace as well as protecting the rights of each employee. The County has more than 2,300 different job descriptions, offering a lifetime of opportunities and careers! We offer one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the country. Join us and discover a rich selection of health care options, robust retirement plans and the flexibility to work, relax, and rejuvenate to reach your fullest personal and professional potential.

For more information about the amazing benefits offered by Los Angeles County, please visit us here: https://hr.lacounty.gov/benefits/

If you have questions about working for LA County, including current open recruitments, tips on creating a resume or acing an interview, career planning, or any other general information, please visit our website at: https://hr.lacounty.gov/
The team member we are searching for:
We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Clerk I to support accurate and timely payroll processing. If you are organized, dependable, and committed to high-quality public service, we invite you to apply. Join a team where your work directly supports County employees and community operations.

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Essential Job Functions

Enters, reviews, and monitors payroll data by using designated system(s) in order to ensure time and salary are accurately reflected for departmental employees.

Resolves payroll or system discrepancies by reviewing, assessing, and researching issues, interacting with departmental staff to discuss concerns, and providing resolutions to meet payroll deadlines and promote quality end-results.

Interprets and applies the provisions of the Los Angeles County Code, DHR’s Policies, Procedures, and Guidelines, the Interpretive and Fiscal Manuals, departmental desk procedures, and applicable Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) when processing payroll and leave benefits.

Explains payroll policies and procedures to employees.

Analyzes, processes, and/or prepares a variety of payroll documents, including but not limited to routine, exception, and specialized reports, payroll records, verification of employment forms, time records, wage statements, child and/or spousal support orders, subpoenas, workers compensation benefits, third party disability claims, affidavit of loss, pay warrants, procedural manuals; and makes necessary corrections, as required.

Processes necessary pay adjustments resulting from timecard changes.

Performs mathematical calculations by using a calculator or a computer and appropriate software.

Distributes and logs payroll documents, such as W-2 forms, garnishment notices, and pay notices, through departmental established procedures.

Operates office machinery and equipment, including multi-line telephones, photocopiers, fax machines, personal computers, printers, microfiche machines, and scanners.

Performs other tasks such as administering loyalty oaths, fingerprinting, checking time reports, and processing industrial accident claims, as needed.

Trains clerical staff in payroll functions, as needed.

For more information, please view the classification specification: PAYROLL CLERK I

Requirements

REQUIREMENTS TO QUALIFY:
Option I: Six months of experience in Los Angeles County service at the level of Senior Clerk* or higher, performing the full-time payroll or timekeeping duties of reviewing and recording payroll documents or time records in the designated Los Angeles County payroll system.

Option II: Three years of office clerical experience, one year of which must have been performing the full-time payroll or timekeeping duties of computing, recording, and processing payroll documents or time records.
Special requirement information:
*Experience at the level of Senior Clerk is defined as experience performing specialized clerical duties in timekeeping or payroll with ongoing responsibility for projects, inquiries, or problems. This requires knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, and other guidelines relating to completing assignments in payroll processing.

Positions equivalent to the level of Senior Clerk includes but may not be limited to Senior Typist Clerk ; Senior Typist Clerk, LACERA; Sheriff Station Clerk I ; Account Clerk II ; Tax Services Clerk I ; Program Aid I, CEO .

Note: You may still qualify even if your job title isn’t the same as the ones listed. What matters is that your experience is at a similar level - meaning your job involves similar responsibilities, requires comparable skills and knowledge, and takes place within a similar organizational structure. Please provide a clear explanation of your experience to demonstrate that it is at the appropriate level.
Endorsement of County Qualification:
If you performed work that differs from the duties described in your class specification and believe you qualify for this opportunity, please provide verification via official documentation of additional responsibility bonus, out-of-class bonus, temporary assignment bonus or reclassification study with CEO Classification within seven (7) calendar days from the last day of filing. Employees do not need to submit such verification if they hold or have held a position that regularly performs functions in alignment with the requirements.
Withhold Information: No withhold will be allowed. Required experience must be fully met by the last day of filing and clearly indicated on the application.

Physical Class 2 - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.

Additional Information

Once we have identified that you meet the requirements to qualify, an invitation regarding the following assessment processes will be sent.

Examination content:

This examination will consist of a multiple-choice and/or simulation assessment(s), weighted 100%, assessing: General problem-solving skills, Customer Focus, Learning Potential, and Responsibility.

Applicants must receive a passing score of 70% or higher on the assessment to be added to the eligible list.

MULTIPLE-CHOICE AND/OR SIMULATION ASSESSMENT(S) ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19.
Transfer of test components:

• If you recently took identical components for other exams, the test responses may be automatically transferred to this examination.
• This exam contains test components that might be used on future exams, and your responses could be transferred to that exam.

Test preparation:
We provide study guides and other test preparation resources to help applicants prepare for employment tests. While the guides may help in preparing for the test, we recommend reviewing all related materials that seem necessary.

• Online practice tests are available at https://www.shldirect.com/en-us/practice-tests .
• Various information can be found on our website at https://hr.lacounty.gov/job-search-toolkit/ . The section dedicated to test preparation is "Employment Test Assistance."

Eligibility and Vacancy Information: Applicants who passed the assessment are placed on a list in the order of their score group for a period of six (6) months. We will use this list to fill vacancies as they occur.

APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION:
We only accept applications filed online and received BEFORE 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person are not accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. This website can also be used to get application status updates.

New email addresses need to be verified. This only needs to be done once per email address and can be done at any time by logging in to govermentjobs.com and following the prompts. This is to improve the security of the online application and to prevent incorrectly entered email addresses.

Please fill out the application completely. Provide relevant job experience including employer's name and address, job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed.

We may verify information included in the application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of information could result in refusal of application or rescission of appointment. Copying verbiage from the Requirements or class specification as your work experience will not be sufficient to demonstrate meeting the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and may lead to disqualification.

We will send notifications to the email address provided on the application, so it is important that you provide a valid email address. If you choose to unsubscribe or opt out from receiving our emails, it is possible to view notices by logging into governmentjobs.com and checking the profile inbox. It is every applicant's responsibility to take steps to view correspondence, and we will not consider claims of missing notices to be a valid reason for re-scheduling an exam part. Register the below domains as approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk mail.

• info@governmentjobs.com
• talentcentral@shl.com
• noreply@proctoru.com
• noreply@governmentjobs.com
• donot-reply@amcatmail.com
• CMedina@hr.lacounty.gov

Social Security
Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number, so include yours when applying.
Computer and Internet Access at Public Libraries
For those who do not have access to a computer or the internet, we provide access to complete an application at public libraries throughout the county.
No Sharing of User ID and Password
Please file your application online using your own user ID and password. Using a relative's or friend's login information may erase a candidate's original application record.

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Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion (ARDI):
The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The county is committed to promoting Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst races. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.
Testing Accommodation:
If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, you will be given the opportunity to make a request when completing your application. Please note that you may be required to submit documentation from a qualified medical provider or other qualified professional to support your request for a testing accommodation.

Testing Accommodations Coordinator: TestingAccommodations@hr.lacounty.gov

Teletype Phone: (800) 899-4099

Alternate Teletype Phone: (800) 897-0077

California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922

Department Contact Name: Cheyenne Medina

Department Contact Email: CMedina@hr.lacounty.gov

For detailed information, please click here

Closing Date/Time: 6/15/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

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