Workforce Data & Payroll Specialist

city of Bend; Bend (OR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Bend is seeking a competent Human Resources Program Specialist to support workforce administration, timekeeping, payroll, and reporting. You will partner with Fire leadership, HR, Payroll, and Finance to ensure data accuracy and timely information for decision-making.

The ideal candidate demonstrates analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to translate complex policies into practical processes while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2 years’ experience in a similar position.

Responsibilities

• Manage employee timekeeping, payroll, leave, and scheduling information.
• Research and resolve workforce, scheduling, payroll, leave, and personnel questions.
• Coordinate onboarding, personnel changes, and workforce system updates.
• Develop and maintain reports, systems, and workforce metrics to support planning.
• Monitor staffing, schedule and time entry, leave usage, and workforce trends.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The City of Bend is seeking a competent Human Resources Program Specialist to support workforce administration, timekeeping, payroll, and reporting. You will partner with Fire leadership, HR, Payroll, and Finance to ensure data accuracy and timely information for decision-making.

The ideal candidate demonstrates analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to translate complex policies into practical processes while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.