Payroll & Human Resources Specialist

North Marion School District; Aurora (OR); On-site; USD 75,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

North Marion School District in Aurora, Oregon is seeking a Payroll & HR Specialist to ensure accurate payroll processing, administer employee benefits, and provide HR support across the district. This on-site role sits in the finance team and requires meticulous attention to detail, confidentiality, and strong customer service.

Work schedule is 8 hours per day, 5 days per week, 12 months per year with on-site location in Aurora.

Qualifications

• Bilingual in Spanish strongly preferred.
• 2+ years of in-house full cycle payroll experience preferred.
• College coursework or experience in payroll, accounting, or human resources preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Knowledge of payroll regulations, benefit administration, leave management, and personnel functions.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to meet deadlines.
• Effective communication and confidentiality with staff and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Process full cycle, in-house district payroll accurately and on schedule in compliance with federal, state, and district requirements.
• Administer employee benefits, including enrollments, changes, and terminations.
• Manage employee leave in compliance with bargaining agreements and legal requirements.
• Support onboarding of new employees by coordinating payroll setup, benefits enrollment, and required documentation.
• Maintain accurate and confidential payroll, benefit, and human resources records.
• Respond to employee questions regarding pay, deductions, leave, and benefits with professionalism and customer-focused service.
• Prepare required reports, reconciliations, and filings related to payroll, benefits, and retirement systems.
• Support audits and ensure compliance with applicable laws, contracts, and district policies.

Skills

Bilingual in Spanish

Payroll experience

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Payroll & Human Resources Specialist

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Job Details

Job ID: 5906497
Application Deadline: Sep 13, 2026 11:59 PM (Pacific Standard Time)
Posted: Aug 27, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Payroll & Human Resources Specialist

North Marion School District - Aurora, Oregon

Work Schedule:8 hours per day, 5 days per week

Work Calendar:12 months per year (~260 days)

Work Location:On Site, North Marion School District, Aurora, Oregon

Position Type:Permanent,FLSA Exempt

Salary Range:$75,307-$92,035. Placementdepending on experience

North Marion School District is seeking a detail-oriented and knowledgeable Payroll & HR Specialist to support district operations by ensuring accurate payroll processing, effective administration of employee benefits, and human resources support. This role is a vital part of our finance team, working collaboratively with district leadership and staff to ensure our employees receive accurate, timely, and quality compensation and benefit services.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, customer-service oriented, displays a strong commitment to accuracy and compliance, while supporting staff and vendor relationships through responsive and professional service delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Process full cycle, in-house district payroll accurately and on schedule in compliance with federal, state, and district requirements.
• Administer employee benefits, including enrollments, changes, and terminations.
• Manage employee leave in compliance with bargaining agreements and legal requirements
• Support onboarding of new employees by coordinating payroll setup, benefits enrollment, and required documentation.
• Maintain accurate and confidential payroll, benefit, and human resources records.
• Respond to employee questions regarding pay, deductions, leave, and benefits with professionalism and customer-focused service.
• Prepare required reports, reconciliations, and filings related to payroll, benefits, and retirement systems.
• Support audits and ensure compliance with applicable laws, contracts, and district policies.

Qualifications

• Strongly Preferred: Bilingual in Spanish
• Strongly Preferred:2+ years of in-house full cycle payroll experience.
• College coursework or experience in payroll, accounting, or human resources preferred.High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Knowledge of payroll regulations, benefit administration, leave management, and additional personnel functions.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to meet deadlines.
• Effective communication skills and a commitment to professional, customer-focused service.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality while working collaboratively with diverse staff and stakeholders.

North Marion School District offers the best of both worlds - a close-knit, small-community atmosphere paired with the beauty of Oregon’s surrounding landscapes and the strength of a supportive, welcoming community. Our schools are places where relationships matter, collaboration is valued, and staff feel connected to the students and families they serve.

North Marion School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire and promote without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, age, veteran status, familial status, genetic information, and/or disability of employee, with or without reasonable accommodations, is able to perform the essential functions of the position.

Position Type: Full Time

Salary: $75,307 to $92,035 Per Year

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Kim Doud , Director of Finance
• North Marion School District
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]