What are the responsibilities and job description for the Payroll Technician position at Northwest Educational Service District?
Location
1601 R Avenue
Anacortes, WA 98221
Position Summary
The Payroll Technician supports the Payroll/Personnel Administrator in processing NWESD’s monthly payroll, maintaining accurate employee payroll records, and managing employee benefits. This role also ensures compliance with state and federal payroll regulations, prepares necessary reports, and helps interpret and implement agency policies and procedures.
Full job description
Qualifications
High school graduate or equivalent and a combination of education and experience that provides the skills, knowledge and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position. While not required, payroll certification and experience in payroll processing is valued. WSP criminal history background clearance required.
Employment Conditions and Benefits
8 hours per day, Monday - Friday, 260 days per year
Start date: as soon as possible
Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:
Work is performed primarily in an office environment; however, travel may be required for training sessions, workshops, and conferences. Lifts and carries a maximum of 30 pounds. Sitting for extended periods of time may be required. Adequate manual and finger dexterity, hearing, speech, and vision are necessary to perform the essential functions of this position.
Hazards: Those present in a normal office environment. Routine travel may pose potential hazards including driving in inclement weather.
Benefits Include: Medical Insurance; Dental and Vision Insurance with 100% paid premiums for employee and eligible dependents; Paid Leave including vacation (12-23 days), Sick (12 days), 14 paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave, Jury Duty Leave; Tuition Reimbursement; Long Term Disability; Life Insurance); WA State Department of Retirement Systems Membership (Schools Employees' Retirement System); Deferred Compensation Program offering 457 deferred savings plan; Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care; Voluntary Employees' Benefits Association (VEBA) participation; Employee Assistance Program; Training and other Professional Development opportunities.
Salary Range
$69,929.60 - $78,748.80How to Apply
Submit a complete application at nwesd.org/jobs. Applications for this position must include:
- Letter of Interest
- Resume
- Other documents may be included at your discretion.
Salary : $69,930 - $78,749
