Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialist JobID : 9085

Position Type :

Human Resources / Payroll and HRIS Specialist

Date Posted : 11 / 21 / 2025

Location :

Administration Office

Closing Date : 11 / 28 / 2025

Payroll Specialist

Human Resources Department

40 hours / 52week | Monday - Friday | 8 : 00 am - 4 : 30 pm

Starting Wage Range : $1178-$1365 / week depending on experience + Benefits

Join the Duluth Public Schools team, where we work to inspire every student to achieve their potential and prepare students to lead productive, fulfilling lives.

Under the direction of the Payroll / HRIS Supervisor, the Payroll Specialist serves as a subject matter expert and

directly manages the comprehensive and accurate execution of the district's payroll operations and the Payroll

Clericals. This high-level role involves the meticulous processing of multi-cycle payrolls, detailed financial data

management, complex reconciliations, and the completion of all essential tax filings and liability payments. The

Payroll Specialist is a trusted point of contact for all payroll-related matters, maintains absolute confidentiality,

and ensures strict adherence to all financial regulations. The position demands exceptional precision, strong

independent problem-solving skills, and the ability to thrive under pressure with critical deadlines. This position is

responsible for supervising the Payroll Clericals.

Education / Experience Requirements : Minimum education and experience required to perform

adequately in position could reasonably be attained only by completing the following :

High school diploma or GED.

Degree Required : Associate’s Degree

Required Work Experience in Addition to Formal Education / Training :

Minimum three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in payroll processing, financial datamanagement, or a closely related business support role is preferred, OR a combination of education and experience.

Required Supervisory Experience : Minimum of one (1) ear of supervisory experience (or demonstrated leadership experience over technical staff or functions.)

Essential Knowledge. Skills an Abilities Required to Perform the Work :

Knowledge

• Expert knowledge of payroll principles, federal and state wage / hour laws, tax regulations, and accounting

standards.

reconciliation.

Skills

to diverse audiences.

Abilities

environment.

Preferred Education / Experience Requirements :

Bachelor’s Degree. Prior experience in Payroll leadership.

Experience in school district setting preferred.

Experience in supervising staff who are members of a Collective Bargaining Agreement.

In addition to rewarding career opportunities, Duluth Public Schools offers an excellent benefit package to employees who are hired into positions scheduled to work 24 hours / week or more. Benefits include, but are not limited to the following :

Medical / Prescription Drug Plan with Health Reimbursement Arrangement

Single Coverage – District pays 100% of premium (FREE) + contributes $2,612.50 into HRA annually

Family Coverage – District pays 75% of premium (25% employee contribution) + contributes $5,225 into HRA annually

Dental Plan

Single Coverage – District pays 100% of Basic premium (FREE)

Family Coverage – District pays 25% of Premium

Life Insurance

Long Term Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts

Retirement

The District contributes 7.25% of your total salary in the Public Employees Retirement Association) pension plan.

Employees may also elect to participate in Tax-Shelter Annuity options.

Time Off

Contact Information :

If you have any questions, please contact Human Resources at 218-336-8722 or email noncerthr@isd709.org