HR, Payroll & Benefits Clerk – School District

Cassville R-4; Cassville (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Cassville R-4 is seeking a Human Resources/Payroll Clerk to support daily HR and payroll operations, emphasizing accurate recordkeeping and clear communication with district staff.

The role includes receptionist duties, processing payroll changes, preparing employment contracts, organizing new-hire paperwork, and assisting with annual reports and audits. This is an at-will, full-time position reporting to the Superintendent.

Qualifications

• Must have an office work background with organized recordkeeping.
• Experience handling receptionist/secretarial duties and payroll processes.
• Basic training in specialized computer systems is preferred.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Answer phones and provide information to staff and the public in a courteous manner.
• Maintain and organize HR and payroll records for the district.
• Serve as receptionist and provide secretarial support for district offices.
• Process payroll changes and respond to benefits inquiries.
• Assist in preparing employment contracts and new-hire paperwork.
• Support annual audits and reporting requirements.

Skills

Office experience

Receptionist duties

Payroll knowledge

Short-term computer training

Communication skills

Independent worker

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Cassville R-4 is seeking a Human Resources/Payroll Clerk to support daily HR and payroll operations, emphasizing accurate recordkeeping and clear communication with district staff.

The role includes receptionist duties, processing payroll changes, preparing employment contracts, organizing new-hire paperwork, and assisting with annual reports and audits. This is an at-will, full-time position reporting to the Superintendent.