Cardinal Time and Attendance ​/ Transactions Manager

Cardinal Time and Attendance / Transactions Manager DSP
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State Role

Title:

Human Resource Manager II

Hiring Range: $108,150 to $138,105 Negotiable and Commensurate with Experience.

Pay Band: 6

Agency:
Department of State Police

Location:

North Chesterfield, Virginia

Recruitment Type:
General Public - G

About the Position:
The Virginia State Police (VSP) is seeking to hire a Cardinal Time and Attendance (T/A)/Transactions Manager in our Human Resources (HR) Division at our Administrative Headquarters in North Chesterfield, Virginia. The job duties for this position include but are not limited to:

• Serving as the Time and Attendance and Transactions Manager for VSP by managing and supervising daily operations related to employee time and absence management and transactions by collaborating with Agency internal and external partners to respond to inquiries and resolve issues.
• Ensuring standard operating procedures (SOPs) are updated and accurate.
• Providing instruction to the HR Analysts and field Time and Attendance Coordinators.
• Ensuring reports are processed timely and accurately.
• Ensuring the Payroll Service Bureau (PSB) issues are addressed by the established due dates.
• Ensuring compliance with all VSP guidelines, by reviewing transactions and identifying errors to determine efficiency and resolution.
• Ensuring all policies and procedures as they apply to the Department of Human Resource Management (DHRM) policy, Virginia Retirement System (VRS) requirements, PSB standards, and Cardinal system functionality.
• Problem-solving will be based on staff researching the specifics and applying knowledge of the applicable guidelines, policy, standards and system functionality.

At the Virginia State Police, we are more than just a law enforcement organization — we're a united team of problem‑solvers, protectors, and public servants shaping the future of the Commonwealth. Every role here strengthens our mission to preserve life, protect the vulnerable, and enhance safety while upholding civil liberties throughout Virginia. When you join VSP, your skills create real impact across every community we serve.

Our culture is built on being selfless, engaged, and aware, and we succeed through timely, purposeful action; clear communication; personal accountability; and continuous improvement — together. We prioritize the readiness and well‑being of all our people, entrusting decision‑making to those closest to the challenge and supporting one another with kind, direct feedback that helps us grow. At VSP, you will find meaningful work, real opportunities for advancement, and a supportive culture grounded in service, purpose, and the belief that we are One Mission.

One Team. One VSP. If you're ready to make a difference and be part of something larger than yourself, your next career starts here.

Knowledge of:

• Comprehensive knowledge of human resource management principles and practices with emphasis on timekeeping, payroll operations, workforce administration, and compliance.
• Considerable knowledge of managerial and supervisory practices, including performance management, coaching, staff development, and oversight of HR operational workflows.
• Considerable knowledge of training program development and delivery for timekeeping, payroll, and HR transactions.
• Knowledge of auditing standards and practices related to timesheets and HR transactions, including discrepancy identification and corrective action communication.
• Knowledge of the Cardinal HCM system or another payroll system that includes, timekeeping, absence management, HR transactions, workflow approvals, and reporting/queries.

Skill in:

• Strategic leadership, organizational analysis, and policy interpretation.
• Designing, implementing, and evaluating enterprise-level training programs for diverse HR and operational audiences.
• Developing and maintaining SOPs, workflow documentation, and communication plans.
• Analyzing data sets, identifying error trends, creating dashboards, and presenting recommendations that align with policy limits.
• Exceptional skill in Microsoft Office applications and data analysis (pivot tables, formulas, charts).

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