Payroll Specialist

Position Overview

The Payroll Specialist is responsible for the accurate and timely preparation, entry, and submission of the school payroll. This position will collaborate with the School Business Office, Department of Human Resources, and Weston Town Hall. This is a full-time, 12-month position reporting to the Director of Finance. We are looking for a diverse pool of applicants who are inspired by our mission to educate, equip, and inspire all students to achieve their full potential and enrich their community.

About the Weston Public Schools

The Weston Public Schools enrolls approximately 1,960 students in pre-kindergarten through grade 12. The school district includes a high school for grades 9-12, a middle school for grades 6-8, an upper elementary school for grades 4-5, and two lower elementary schools for pre-kindergarten through grade 3. Since 1967, Weston has participated in METCO (Metropolitan Council for Educational Opportunity) - a voluntary school integration program that places Boston residents in suburban schools. The Weston METCO program enrolls approximately 160 students (K-12).

Key Responsibilities

• Embrace the diversity of the Weston Public Schools by fostering an environment of respect and inclusion
• Prepare all payrolls for review by the Director of Finance
• Maintain payroll records for all School Department personnel in compliance with the Secretary of State's record retention schedule
• Prepare reports and statistical analysis of payroll, hiring, and personnel data
• Prepare salary expenditure projections
• Process timesheets for non-professional staff
• Notify the Town of authorized deductions for union dues, credit union, and all other personnel changes
• Monthly MTRS reconciliation
• 403B contact for yearly reports
• Maintain employee accrual balances
• Complete employment verification requests
• Assist with year-end reporting
• Support staff with completing retirement calculations and income verifications
• Conduct Family Medical Leave Act payroll calculations
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Finance

Desired Qualifications

Compensation and Professional Growth

The salary range for this position is $60,000 - $80,000 per year. Additionally, Weston offers a comprehensive benefits package including subsidized health insurance and participation in the Middlesex County Retirement System. Professional growth is ongoing in Weston and supported through multiple opportunities, both internally and externally.

Hiring Timeline

The review of applications will begin immediately. Please note that we will carefully review every application, but only candidates invited to advance in the hiring process will be contacted.