HR & Payroll Coordinator for School District

Watson Chapel School District; Pine Bluff (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Watson Chapel School District in Pine Bluff, Arkansas seeks a Director of Human Resources/Payroll Coordinator to manage HR operations and payroll functions. It requires handling employment records, benefits, and compliance while supporting recruitment and onboarding across district staff.

The role emphasizes confidentiality, accuracy, and collaboration with the Superintendent, Business Office, and state/federal agencies in a 240-day schedule with exempt status.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, business, accounting, finance or related field preferred.
• Experience in HR, payroll, benefits, or related administrative work.
• Experience in Arkansas public schools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day HR operations and onboarding processes.
• Process payroll, benefits, and related records timely and accurately.
• Maintain confidential personnel files and comply with laws and policies.
• Prepare required personnel reports and manage leave documentation.
• Assist with recruitment, documentation, and payroll reporting.

Skills

Payroll knowledge

HR practices

Data-entry skills

Software proficiency

Recordkeeping

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business/Accounting/Finance or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Apps

Job description

Watson Chapel School District in Pine Bluff, Arkansas seeks a Director of Human Resources/Payroll Coordinator to manage HR operations and payroll functions. It requires handling employment records, benefits, and compliance while supporting recruitment and onboarding across district staff.

The role emphasizes confidentiality, accuracy, and collaboration with the Superintendent, Business Office, and state/federal agencies in a 240-day schedule with exempt status.