Payroll Specialist: Benefits & Compliance

NWESD; Anacortes (WA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Sick Leave

Bereavement Leave

Jury Duty Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

NWESD is seeking a Payroll Technician to assist the Controller in processing monthly payroll for NWESD or contracted districts. The role includes maintaining payroll files, benefits administration, and preparing payroll reports while ensuring compliance with applicable laws.

The position is full-time, 8 hours per day, Monday through Friday, temporary through approximately 12/31/2026, with telecommute-eligibility after 6 months per policy.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; payroll certification and experience valued.
• Experience in payroll processing is valued.
• WSP criminal history background clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Process monthly NWESD or contracted school district payroll.
• Maintain employee payroll files and benefits records.
• Prepare federal and state payroll reports and ensure compliance with laws.
• Interpret and implement agency policies and procedures.

Skills

Payroll processing

Attention to detail

Regulatory compliance

Data entry

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

NWESD is seeking a Payroll Technician to assist the Controller in processing monthly payroll for NWESD or contracted districts. The role includes maintaining payroll files, benefits administration, and preparing payroll reports while ensuring compliance with applicable laws.

The position is full-time, 8 hours per day, Monday through Friday, temporary through approximately 12/31/2026, with telecommute-eligibility after 6 months per policy.