District Payroll Specialist II

Hopkins County School District; Madisonville (KY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Hopkins County School District is seeking a Payroll Clerk II to join the central office in Madisonville, KY. The role handles payroll processing, time reporting, and related documentation for classified and certified staff, ensuring accuracy and timely reporting across district locations.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED with bookkeeping experience, plus strong math, record-keeping, and communication skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED, with 2 years bookkeeping experience.
• Two years successful bookkeeping experience is required.
• Good math ability and accurate record keeping.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll reports for regular, substitute and extra service payments.
• Review reports for payroll processing and ensure accuracy.
• Handle new employee forms and related documents for payroll.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll rules and deductions.
• Reconcile payroll deductions and prepare required reports.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Attention to detail

Communication

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Excel

Payroll software

Microsoft Word

Job description

Hopkins County School District is seeking a Payroll Clerk II to join the central office in Madisonville, KY. The role handles payroll processing, time reporting, and related documentation for classified and certified staff, ensuring accuracy and timely reporting across district locations.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED with bookkeeping experience, plus strong math, record-keeping, and communication skills.