Payroll Analyst - Administrative Analyst II

Howard County Conveniently located in the heart of central Maryland between Baltimore and Washington, Howard County offers the charm of a historic past mixed with the excitement of a cosmopolitan community.

Howard County Government Howard County Government is a leader in innovation, sustainability, and consistently ranked as one of the best places to live and work in the country. In 2025, Howard County Government received a record-breaking 83 Achievement Awards from the National Association of Counties (NACo) – the most in the state of Maryland. NACo is the leading organization representing county-level government operations.

These awards recognize innovative and transformative programs that provide new services for county residents, improve existing programs, upgrade working conditions, and enhance citizen participation and public policy making.

What are we looking for? We are looking for outstanding individuals to join our team and contribute to excellence in Howard County operations.

What you'll like most about working at Howard County Government: We are committed to workplace excellence in every area of County government. We have a highly talented, diverse, and inclusive workplace. Your input will not only be heard, but it will be encouraged! We offer competitive compensation and great benefits including medical, retirement, and wellness programs. As a member of the Howard County Government team, you'll be helping drive our culture and directly impact what makes us an amazing place to work.

Under general supervision, coordinates Fire and Rescue payroll processing. Maintains documents and records according to Department and County policy as well as state and federal standards. Responsible for all editing, reviewing, and acceptance to the payroll interface of the Department of Fire and Rescue (DFRS) payroll system, ensure and oversee the process updates to ensure compliance with overtime in all union agreements, review file maintenance and ensure accurate and timely reconciliation of various payroll accounts is completed.

Performs intermediate professional level administrative work, which may include supervisory responsibility, under general supervision from an administrative or technical superior. Work includes administrative support of a functional program and professional level analysis and coordination of functional office programs and activities.

$77,422 – $82,164

Include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

Works under general supervision from the Assistant Fire Chief of the Administrative Services Bureau.

• Supervises Payroll Department staff, including training, approving leave, and conducting performance evaluations.
• Oversees daily operations of the payroll Division of the Fire Department.
• Collaborates effectively with co-workers and supervisors at all levels.
• Performs all essential job functions accurately and efficiently.
• Provides continuous training to field personnel on the proper use of payroll programs.
• Verifies and maintains necessary payroll profile data (straight time, overtime, premium pay, work schedules, etc.) and ensures that any changes are communicated to the appropriate Department bureaus and County departments.
• Coordinates and participates in payroll audits to ensure timely completion.
• Develops and prepares payroll-related projections and historical reports.
• Maintains a working knowledge of all aspects of payroll processing.
• Reviews all Department-specific union agreements for FLSA overtime and specialty pay requirements and ensures correct implementation.
• Tracks trends, developments, and new technology in payroll.
• Assists with managing the implementation and integration of other major systems relevant to payroll.
• Run payroll reports and queries to validate accurate payments for employees and departmental payroll changes.

Bachelor’s Degree and two (2) years related experience or equivalent education and experience.

• Extensive knowledge of Fire & Rescue and the County’s payroll system.
• Experience processing…