Payroll & Benefits Specialist (HRIS Expert)

Davis Technical College; Kaysville (UT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Davis Technical College is seeking a payroll/HR specialist to manage payroll processing, data entry, and related HR duties with strict confidentiality. The role uses HRIS for processing, data management, and reporting, including benefits, withholdings, and timekeeping support for supervisors and staff.

The position emphasizes accuracy, compliance with laws, and ability to handle confidential information while coordinating with retirement agencies and benefit providers.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma plus 3 years of payroll, data entry, benefits, accounting or HR experience.
• Requires computer and typing skills as well as working knowledge of HRIS, timekeeping, payroll or similar systems, Excel and Outlook.
• Requires strong customer service, written and verbal communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Requires strong attention to detail and ability to concentrate for extended periods.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Review time sheets at pay periods end to detect payroll discrepancies.
• Compile, reconcile, prepare, and distribute college payroll with deductions and leave balances.
• Input, update, and maintain employee data in payroll/HRIS.
• Record changes to pay rates, exemptions, and deductions within HRIS.
• Certify new employee information with retirement and pension agencies.
• Ensure accurate new hire setup in payroll/HRIS by reviewing PANs and documents.
• Maintain payroll records in compliance with state and federal laws.
• Handle unemployment claims and support related staff.
• Create and produce employee reports in HRIS and assist with payroll questions.
• Provide cross-training and assist with timecards and benefits inquiries.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma

Tools

HRIS

Timekeeping

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Davis Technical College is seeking a payroll/HR specialist to manage payroll processing, data entry, and related HR duties with strict confidentiality. The role uses HRIS for processing, data management, and reporting, including benefits, withholdings, and timekeeping support for supervisors and staff.

The position emphasizes accuracy, compliance with laws, and ability to handle confidential information while coordinating with retirement agencies and benefit providers.