North Dakota Parks & Recreation Department
Payroll and Benefits Specialist
North Dakota Parks & Recreation Department, Bismarck, North Dakota, us, 58502
Work Environment
This is a hybrid position, requiring three days in the office and two days remote weekly. Compensation
Salary: $4,600 - $5,200 monthly - based on experience Summary of Work
The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented Payroll & Benefits Specialist with experience in payroll processing, benefits administration, and reporting. In this role, you will serve as the payroll administrator in PeopleSoft, ensuring accurate timesheet coding, salary adjustments, deductions, and payroll changes. You will also manage onboarding for full-time and seasonal employees, including benefits enrollment and system access, while providing administrative support to the Director of Parks and Recreation. To succeed, you should be highly organized, able to manage time and priorities effectively, and confident in explaining payroll policies and procedures to managers and team members. Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team are essential. Key Responsibilities
Administer and process payroll accurately and on schedule, including salary changes, deductions, and adjustments. Serve as payroll administrator in PeopleSoft, ensuring proper coding and compliance. Manage employee benefits enrollment and changes for new and existing staff. Oversee onboarding and offboarding for full-time and temporary seasonal employees, including system access and required paperwork. Prepare and reconcile payroll reports to ensure accuracy and compliance. Provide administrative support to the Director of Parks and Recreation. Maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with applicable laws, policies, and procedures. Minimum Qualifications
Associate's degree in human resources management, Business or Public Administration, Accounting, or a closely related field plus at least two years of payroll work experience, or Four years of relevant work experience, or Bachelor's degree in human resources management, Business or Public Administration, Accounting, or a closely related field plus at least one year of payroll work experience. Proven experience in payroll processing, benefits administration, and reporting. Experience managing, I-9 employment eligibility verification and compliance. Proficiency with payroll systems, preferably PeopleSoft, and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel in particular). Strong knowledge of payroll laws, compliance requirements, and HR practices. Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with attention to detail. Ability to clearly explain payroll and benefits policies to managers and team members. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. Discretion and integrity when handling confidential information. About Team ND
"Far and away the best prize life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing." – Theodore Roosevelt More than 7,500 talented, hard-working people across sixty-three agencies have come together as Team North Dakota. At Team ND, we are driven to succeed through gratitude, humility, curiosity and courage. Our purpose is to empower people, improve lives, and inspire success. Join us in being legendary. Total Rewards
The State of North Dakota is committed to providing team members with a strong and competitive rewards package that support you, your health and your family. Application Procedures
How to Apply
Apply online via the North Dakota Job Seekers website. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM on the closing date. Your Application Must Include
Resume Cover letter describing your background, interest in the role, and relevant Experience
Three professional references Need assistance with your application? Contact recruiter@nd.gov or 701-328-3290 for all technical issues. For reasonable accommodations or questions about recruitment, contact La Tonya Stocks, PHR at lastocks@nd.gov or 701-328-7807. TTY users may use Relay North Dakota at 711 or 1-800-366-6888. Please Note
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. North Dakota A background check and criminal investigation are required for this position. Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act. As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. Sect. 23-12-10. Seniority Level
Entry level Employment Type
Full-time Job Function
Human Resources
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This is a hybrid position, requiring three days in the office and two days remote weekly. Compensation
Salary: $4,600 - $5,200 monthly - based on experience Summary of Work
The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented Payroll & Benefits Specialist with experience in payroll processing, benefits administration, and reporting. In this role, you will serve as the payroll administrator in PeopleSoft, ensuring accurate timesheet coding, salary adjustments, deductions, and payroll changes. You will also manage onboarding for full-time and seasonal employees, including benefits enrollment and system access, while providing administrative support to the Director of Parks and Recreation. To succeed, you should be highly organized, able to manage time and priorities effectively, and confident in explaining payroll policies and procedures to managers and team members. Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team are essential. Key Responsibilities
Administer and process payroll accurately and on schedule, including salary changes, deductions, and adjustments. Serve as payroll administrator in PeopleSoft, ensuring proper coding and compliance. Manage employee benefits enrollment and changes for new and existing staff. Oversee onboarding and offboarding for full-time and temporary seasonal employees, including system access and required paperwork. Prepare and reconcile payroll reports to ensure accuracy and compliance. Provide administrative support to the Director of Parks and Recreation. Maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with applicable laws, policies, and procedures. Minimum Qualifications
Associate's degree in human resources management, Business or Public Administration, Accounting, or a closely related field plus at least two years of payroll work experience, or Four years of relevant work experience, or Bachelor's degree in human resources management, Business or Public Administration, Accounting, or a closely related field plus at least one year of payroll work experience. Proven experience in payroll processing, benefits administration, and reporting. Experience managing, I-9 employment eligibility verification and compliance. Proficiency with payroll systems, preferably PeopleSoft, and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel in particular). Strong knowledge of payroll laws, compliance requirements, and HR practices. Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with attention to detail. Ability to clearly explain payroll and benefits policies to managers and team members. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. Discretion and integrity when handling confidential information. About Team ND
"Far and away the best prize life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing." – Theodore Roosevelt More than 7,500 talented, hard-working people across sixty-three agencies have come together as Team North Dakota. At Team ND, we are driven to succeed through gratitude, humility, curiosity and courage. Our purpose is to empower people, improve lives, and inspire success. Join us in being legendary. Total Rewards
The State of North Dakota is committed to providing team members with a strong and competitive rewards package that support you, your health and your family. Application Procedures
How to Apply
Apply online via the North Dakota Job Seekers website. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM on the closing date. Your Application Must Include
Resume Cover letter describing your background, interest in the role, and relevant Experience
Three professional references Need assistance with your application? Contact recruiter@nd.gov or 701-328-3290 for all technical issues. For reasonable accommodations or questions about recruitment, contact La Tonya Stocks, PHR at lastocks@nd.gov or 701-328-7807. TTY users may use Relay North Dakota at 711 or 1-800-366-6888. Please Note
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. North Dakota A background check and criminal investigation are required for this position. Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act. As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. Sect. 23-12-10. Seniority Level
Entry level Employment Type
Full-time Job Function
Human Resources
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