Payroll/Benefits Technician (8 hr day) - California Department Of Education : Job Details

Job Summary

Job Summary

Why join Natomas Unified as a Classified Employee? Competitive and growing salaries! *Salaries Increased 3.5% in July 2024 *1.5% off-schedule to be paid in October 2024 *Move a step each year on the salary schedule *Bilingual stipend for designated employees *Longevity at 10+ years of service We care about your well-being! *District-paid medical benefits for employees plus low-cost options for families *Paid sick leave *Access to our Employee Assistance Program *Paid vacation and holidays (for 11 & 12-month employees) We care about your growth and future! *Promotional opportunities *Paid professional development opportunities *Reimbursement on approved credit/units *Access to our Diverse Future Teacher Program *Public Retirement System

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Requirements / Qualifications

An Associate of Arts Degree in general business or accounting plus two years of experience in payroll and benefits processing and audit is desired. Additional experience may substitute for formal education. Under the direction of the Director of Budget and Accounting, ensures the timely preparation and maintenance of certificated and classified payroll and benefits. Performs a variety of complex technical accounting, payroll, benefits, retirement and finance duties in the preparation, maintenance and balancing of certificated and classified payroll and benefits assuring employees are paid in an accurate and timely manner. Maintains records and prepares reports related to payroll and benefits. Performs advanced technical and clerical accounting and financial record keeping activities involving the preparation, processing and maintenance of the payroll and benefits. Prepares and maintains appropriate accounts involving posting and balancing. This position requires an understanding of payroll and benefits systems and the laws, regulations, and reporting requirements. Incumbents at this level must also demonstrate competency in the audit of payroll and benefits transactions and systems.

To be considered for hire, candidates must meet the minimum requirements including a successful interview and successful reference checks. Please note that we require three references, one of them must be a supervisor (current or past).

* Letter of Introduction

* Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 Current Letters of Recommendation Required)

* Resume

* Typing Certificate (Issued within the last two years, for 40 wpm. Must include the name, address, and phone number of the issuing agency along with the net wpm and length of test (3-minute minimum). Typing certificates from web-based programs are not accepted. )

Comments and Other Information

Natomas Unified School District is recruiting committed, collaborative, caring, and exemplary teachers. Professional educators are eager to prepare students to graduate as college and career-ready, productive, responsible, and engaged global citizens are strongly encouraged to apply. Our Goals Maximize Academic Growth, Responsibility, and Achievement for Each Student. Cultivate the Social-Emotional Well-Being of Each Student. Create a Safe, Engaging Environment Where Students Connect to School. Engage Parents and Families to Support Student Success. Hire, Train, and Retain High Quality Staff. Natomas Unified School District is engaged in strategic initiatives designed to align our educational programs and services to support every student, every day: Important to know about NUSD: The College Board recognized Natomas Unified as an AP Honor Roll District. NUSD serves a growing community located with access to many recreational, cultural, and civic activities. Technology utilized to provide instructional leadership, assess student performance, and communicate effectively. Districtwide, family options, and choices are being championed as exemplified by the International Baccalaureate(IB) and the College/Career Pathways offered at specific sites. Providing students with technology is a major initiative of the district as exemplified by the ongoing purchase of Chromebooks for student use during daily instruction. Opportunities are provided to all staff for ongoing professional development in order to facilitate our ability to provide services that meet the diverse needs of our students. Leadership pathways are available to capture exemplary talent and develop professional potential. We encourage you to explore Natomas Unified School District by visiting us a www.natomasunified.org and feel free to contact us if you have any questions. We are an equal-opportunity employer and are committed to broadening the diversity of our workplace. All applications and resumes are welcome. The Natomas Unified School District is determined to provide district employees, interns, volunteers, and job applicants a safe, positive environment where they are assured of full and equal employment access and opportunities, protection from harassment or intimidation, and freedom from any fear of reprisal or retribution for asserting their employment rights in accordance with the law. No district employee, and, to the extent required by law, interns, volunteers, and job applicants shall be discriminated against or harassed by any coworker, supervisor, manager, or another person with whom the employee comes in contact in the course of employment, on the basis of the actual or perceived race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, or sexual orientation or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. For concerns regarding discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or bullying in employment, you should immediately contact the Human Resources Coordinator III (Compliance Office for Title IX and CC of R Title 5) at 916-###-####, [email protected] or 1901 Arena Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95834. A copy of Natomas Unified School District's uniform complaint policy and non-discrimination policy are available upon request.

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