Payroll / Human Resources Technician II

Job Description

The Chesapeake Fire Department is hiring a detail-oriented, self-motivated, and customer-focused Payroll / HR professional to support our dynamic team. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy making a meaningful impact behind the scenes, this opportunity is for you!

What You’ll Do :

• Process payroll for ~500 sworn personnel and non-sworn full-time / part-time staff
• Coordinate onboarding for new hires — up to 60 at a time!
• Prepare and manage new hire documents , personnel action forms, terminations, and personnel files
• Provide clear guidance on payroll and HR policies
• Monitor : Workers’ compensation pay FMLA absences Military and short-term disability pay
• Resolve payroll inquiries related to paychecks, benefits, and deductions
• Analyze and ensure accurate timecard entries
• Generate audit and statistical reports for leadership and supervisors
• Collaborate with Officers and other departments to ensure timely and accurate processing

What We’re Looking For :

Be Part of Something Bigger!

This is more than a job — it’s a chance to support the heroes who protect our community. Join a team where your work truly matters.

The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our for a full list of benefits and employee perks. Required Qualifications VOCATIONAL / EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT :

Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to an associate’s degree in accounting or a closely related field.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT :

In addition to satisfying the vocational / educational standard, this class requires a minimum of two years of related, full-time equivalent experience.

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES :

Depending on operational needs, may require a valid driver’s license and a driving record in compliance with .

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS :

Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and / or City-wide emergencies. Preferred Qualifications Must be organized, have a strong attention to detail, able to communicate effectively with others, and manage time efficiently. Experience with public safety or 207(k) exempt employees, Kronos, Telestaff, and / or Munis a plus. Must have thorough working knowledge with Microsoft Office to include Outlook, Word, and Excel