Strategic HR & Payroll Coordinator

Central Office; Pine Bluff (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Watson Chapel School District Central Office in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, seeks a Director of Human Resources/Payroll Coordinator to oversee HR and payroll processes. This full-time role reports to TBD and requires adherence to district policies and confidentiality.

The position emphasizes accurate payroll processing, benefits coordination, employee records management, and collaboration with the Superintendent, Business Office, and state/federal agencies to ensure compliant operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, accounting, finance, or related field preferred.
• Equivalent education/experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day HR operations for the district.
• Recruitment, screening, hiring, and onboarding for certified and classified staff.
• Maintain confidential personnel files and employee records.
• Process payroll and related deductions in a timely manner.
• Assist with benefits administration and leave management.
• Prepare required personnel and payroll reports for authorities.

Skills

Payroll processing

HR administration

Confidentiality

Data entry

Organizational skills

Communication

Multitasking

Collaboration

Policy compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR / related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Payroll/HRIS software

District financial systems

Job description

Watson Chapel School District Central Office in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, seeks a Director of Human Resources/Payroll Coordinator to oversee HR and payroll processes. This full-time role reports to TBD and requires adherence to district policies and confidentiality.

The position emphasizes accurate payroll processing, benefits coordination, employee records management, and collaboration with the Superintendent, Business Office, and state/federal agencies to ensure compliant operations.