Payroll / Benefits Specialist at Lammersville Unified School District (Mountain House)
About the Employer
Lammersville Unified School District (LUSD) is a premier K-12 district located in the beautiful, master-planned community of Mountain House. Just off I-580 and minutes from Livermore and Tracy, we offer the perfect blend of Bay Area innovation and Central Valley community. Why Educators & Staff Choose LUSD: *A Culture of Collaboration: We pride ourselves on a strong, positive partnership between district leadership and labor unions, creating a supportive environment where your voice is heard. * Innovation in Action: Every student has 1:1 technology, and our campuses are state-of-the-art. You’ll work in modern facilities designed for 21st-century learning. * Proven Excellence: Join a team that consistently ranks as one of the "Best School Districts in California," with schools earning California Distinguished School and Golden Bell honors. * Specialized Programs: Be part of a district that leads with intention through our signature Engineering, Biomedical, and Culinary pathways. Our Mission We are a collaborative partnership of families and staff dedicated to graduating students who are lifelong learners, responsible citizens, and workforce-ready. Discover why Mountain House is the premier destination for education professionals.
Job Description / Essential Elements:
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POSITON TITLE: Payroll / Benefits Specialist
SUMMARY OF POSITIONS:
Under the direction of the administration in the Business Services, performs payroll/benefits/position control and related functions, and other accounting functions as assigned.
DIRECTLY RESPONSIBLE TO: Director of Business Services.
DUTIES:
./ Reconciles benefit enrollment forms and billings to employee records (e.g., health, dental, vision, etc.) to ensure accurate coverage of employees and payment to providers and comply with contract provisions.
./ Possesses a working knowledge of STRS and PERS retirement systems and IRS Section 125
./ Maintains various benefit information to provide an up-to-date reference and audit trail for compliance
./ Process Worker’s Compensation claims
./ Employment Contract generation for certificated and classified employees
./ Responsible for verifying insurance eligibility, resolving insurance problems, conveying information processing claims, etc.
./ Responsible for reconciling all FTE’s to positions in the designated payroll management system.
./ Assists in organizing, processing, maintaining, and monitoring various payroll information (e.g., pay rates, attendance, vacation, leaves, comp time, seniority, deductions, work location, etc.) to ensure accurate distribution of payroll and to provide an up-to-date reference and audit trail for compliance with organized employee payroll files.
./ Assists in distributing payroll and related payroll information (e.g. time sheets, withholding information, etc.)· Assists in ensuring accuracy and compliance of preliminary reports/time sheets, spreadsheets, program and funds distribution, etc.
./ Assists in providing County, state and District personnel with requested information necessary to provide timely and accurate payment of employees
./ Participates in informational activities (e.g., employee fairs, meetings, workshops, health fairs and new employee orientation) to receive and/or provide information regarding benefits and enrollment procedures
./ Performs advanced arithmetical calculations with speed and accuracy
./ Performs ten key by touch
./ Receives District telephone calls as needed
./ Operates standard office equipment including use of computer applications
./ Uses English in both written and verbal form; correct spelling, grammar, and punctuation
./ Demonstrates organizational skills
./ Performs other related duties as assigned or needed
300 Legacy Drive (209) 836-7400
Mountain House, California 95391 Fax (209) 835-1113
Lammersville Elementary School District
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Policies and procedures involved in preparation, verification, maintenance and processing of District payroll.
Principles of payroll accounting and financial record-keeping. District organization, operations, policies and objectives.
Technical aspects of field of specialty.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy. Computer skills in spreadsheet and accounting software.
ABILITY TO:
Perform advanced technical and highly complex duties related to payroll functions for both certificated and classified district personnel and assure prompt and accurate handling of all payroll matters.
Interpret, apply, and explain laws, procedures and regulations pertaining to payroll procedures and policies.
Maintain accurate and interrelated financial payroll and related records. Make arithmetical calculations quickly and accurately.
Work independently with little direction.
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others. Analyze situations accurately and adopt an affective course of action.
Meet schedules and time lines. Plan, prioritize and organize work. Work confidentially with discretion.
Communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing. Operate computer terminals and other office equipment.
Follow oral and written directions. Work cooperatively with others.
Deal politely with members of the public. Juggle several tasks at once.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Any combination of training, experience, and/or education equivalent to: graduation from high school and three years of payroll experience.
ADA REQUIREMENTS:
Sit for extended periods at a desk, conference table or in meeting rooms; frequently stand and walk; bend, stoop and reach overhead; normal manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; physical agility to lift and move up to 25 pounds; repetitive hand activities within close reach, such as keyboard, mouse, handwriting, files & phone (continuously), and printed matter with or without visual aids; verbal communications including the ability to speak and hear at normal room levels; ability to use office equipment including computer terminals, telephones, calculators, copiers and FAX.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
District office and school environment; subject to many demands on time and constant interruptions.
Requirements / Qualifications
Resume Letter of Interest Three Letters of Experience
Requirements / Qualifications
Resume Letter of Interest Three Letters of Experience
Application Deadline
3/15/2016 12:00 AM Pacific
Date Posted
1/28/2016
Contact
Alvina Keyser
209-836-7400
209-836-7400
Number of Openings
1
Add'l Salary Info
DOE: $17.16 - $20.68
Length of Work Year
240 Actual Work Days
Employment Type
Full Time