Human Resources Payroll Specialist

brazos; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 71,592 - 93,070; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

TCDRS Retirement

457/401 plans

Life Insurance

Wellness Programs

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO

Holidays

Job summary

The Brazos River Authority is seeking a Human Resources Payroll Specialist to manage payroll and HR systems. The role involves record keeping, auditing, and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.

Candidates should ideally have six years of payroll experience and proficiency in Microsoft Office software. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and retirement options.

Qualifications

• Minimum of six years payroll processing experience preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Certified Payroll Professional, PHR or SPHR is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage payroll and HR software systems administration.
• Audit time entry records and maintain attendance records.
• Process payroll changes and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Payroll processing

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Education

Associate's Degree in related field

Tools

HRIS

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Human Resources Payroll Specialist

Pay Grade: 615

Location: Central Office

Brief Description

The primary purpose of this position is to manage the overall administration of the payroll, human resources and benefit software systems and related activities for the Brazos River Authority (BRA) and maintain the confidentiality and integrity of employee information. This is accomplished by performing a wide variety of record keeping and payroll processing activities, including auditing time entry records; maintaining time and attendance records; entering new hires into the Human Resources Information System (HRIS); processing miscellaneous personnel and payroll changes; computing wage and overtime payments; calculating and recording payroll deductions; ensuring accuracy of reportable GTL income; monitoring deferred compensation deductions to ensure compliance with regulations; coordinating involuntary deductions such as levies and garnishments; processing terminations; managing compensation and benefit workflow; performing payroll processes to comply with all state and federal regulations; maintaining accurate payroll records; training employees and supervisors on proper time entry procedures; and maintaining and ensuring the accuracy of the HRIS. Other responsibilities include assisting with employee services and employee relations issues; resolving leave-time inquiries; producing a variety of payroll, benefit, and employee data reports; completing surveys and outside pay inquiries; administering the service and safety awards program; administering the uniform allowance program; interacting with other employees and the public; maintaining knowledge of legal requirements and best practices related to payroll processing and maintenance; ensuring compliance of policies and procedures; and any other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• A minimum of six years payroll processing experience (preferred)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel

Preferred

• Proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint
• Certified Payroll Professional, PHR or SPHR

Education

• Associate's Degree (in related field) – Completed course requirements to receive an Associate’s Degree

Key Competencies

• Taking the initiative to consistently meet or exceed (external and internal) customer expectations and specifications
• Handling a large amount of work efficiently and effectively
• Creating honest, trusting, and successful working relationships with others (inside and outside the organization) by consistently demonstrating competence and reliability in job performance, and representing what is best about the organization through demonstrated principles, actions, and communications
• Working with and taking ownership of the activities of persons over whom the incumbent may have no direct authority; attention and energy are focused on bringing various activities together to meet timetable(s)
• Effectively adapting to tight deadlines, heavy workloads, and sudden or frequent changes in priority in order to accomplish objectives

Starting Salary Range

Min: $71,592 to $93,070 annual salary. This is an exempt position.

Posting Date

June 24, 2026. Open until filled.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, TCDRS Retirement, 457/401, Life Insurance, LTD, Wellness Programs, Tuition Reimbursement, PTO, Holidays

The Brazos River Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women & Minorities are Encouraged to Apply.