Hybrid Payroll Specialist | Growth & Benefits

City of Salem; Salem (OR); Hybrid; USD 43,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid vacation and sick time

Employer-paid PERS contribution 6%

457b/pre-tax contributions

Flexible spending accounts

Wellness program

Employee health clinic

Job summary

The City of Salem is seeking a Payroll Specialist to accurately process payroll documents, handle taxes and benefits, and ensure compliance with labor contracts and regulations. You will use our in-house full cycle payroll system and time-entry tools to deliver timely payroll for employees of the City and Salem Housing Authority.

The role requires attention to detail, strong communication, and customer service orientation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and payroll coursework.
• Two years of municipal payroll experience or equivalent training.
• Experience with payroll laws and collective bargaining contracts.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll documents accurately and on time.
• Handle garnishments and special pay requirements.
• PERS wage reporting and reconciliations.
• Audit timecards and payroll processes.
• Apply FLSA rules to bargaining contracts and HR policies.
• Research and resolve complex payroll issues.
• Collaborate with HR for contract interpretation and payroll processing.
• Maintain attention to detail and communicate clearly.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Specialized payroll classes

Associate degree desirable

CPP or FPC designation desirable

Tools

Workday payroll processing

Microsoft Excel (formulas, pivot tables)

Job description

The City of Salem is seeking a Payroll Specialist to accurately process payroll documents, handle taxes and benefits, and ensure compliance with labor contracts and regulations. You will use our in-house full cycle payroll system and time-entry tools to deliver timely payroll for employees of the City and Salem Housing Authority.

The role requires attention to detail, strong communication, and customer service orientation.