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IBC GS-0544 Civilian Payroll Technician Cluster

Approved by the Competency Modeling Validation Review Board on May 19, 2015.

Competency

Definition

Proficiency Level

Analytical Thinking

Able to breakdown raw information and undefined problems into specific, workable components that, in turn, clearly identify the issues at hand. Makes logical conclusions, anticipates obstacles, and considers different approaches that are relevant to the decision making process.

GS-01-04 – Level 2

GS-05-06 – Level 3

GS-07-08 – Level 5

Legal, Government & Jurisprudence

Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, legal practices and documents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, government organization and functions, and the democratic political process.

GS-01-04 – Level 2

GS-05-06 – Level 3

GS-07-08 – Level 5

Technology Application

Uses machines, tools, instruments, or equipment effectively; uses computers and computer applications to analyze and communicate information in the appropriate format.

GS-01-04 – Level 2

GS-05-06 – Level 3

GS-07-08 – Level 5

Technical Competency – Automated Integrated Personnel & Payroll System

Effective use of integrated system for data management, analysis and problem identification, and performance of payroll processing to accurately and timely provide payroll services to client agencies.

GS-01-04 – Level 2

GS-05-06 – Level 3

GS-07-08 – Level 5

Technical Competency – Benefits Payroll Processing

Benefits positions only

Processes, edits, and corrects transactions of Federal government benefits for clients related to CSRS/FERS retirement, military deposits, health benefits, and Thrift Savings Plan to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing; processes retroactive adjustments to government benefits; and adheres to reporting requirements prescribed by OPM.

GS-01-04 – Level 2

GS-05-06 – Level 3

GS-07-08 – Level 5

Technical Competency – Payroll Processing

Processes, edits, and corrects payroll transactions for current and prior pay periods using an automated, integrated personnel/payroll system; performs pay computations to ensure accurate and timely payments to clients; processes retroactive pay and leave audits as well as adjustments to ensure accurate payments and leave records.

GS-01-04 – Level 2

GS-05-06 – Level 3

GS-07-08 – Level 5

 

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