ThePalliserSchool****Division

**PayrollSpecialist-**Temporary

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Palliser School Division is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Payroll Specialist on a temporary basis to join our team. In this role, you'll be responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely payment of staff. We are looking for someone with a strong understanding of payroll principles and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality and accuracy.

StartDate:Immediately (Pleasenotethisisatemporaryposition)

Closing****Date:*Thispostingwillremainopenuntilasuitablecandidateis***found.

The****Division:

Palliser School Division, located in southern Alberta, serves approximately 8,100 students across a diverse range of communities from Coaldale to Calgary. Our schools include 14 community schools, 8 faith-based alternative programs, a sports-focused school, programs for Low German-speaking Mennonite families, 18 Hutterian colony schools, and online and international learning options. We are committed to fostering a safe, inclusive environment where students thrive. Guided by our values of authenticity, trust, transparency, critical thinking, leadership, and well-being, we empower every student to reach their full potential and become engaged, caring citizens in a dynamic world.

WhatYouWill****Do:

• Will report directly to the Human Services Supervisor.
• Process biweekly and monthly payroll for all staff, including teachers, support staff, and administrators.
• Administer and interpret collective agreements, employment contracts, and board policies related to compensation, benefits and leaves of absence.
• Ensure compliance with federal and provincial legislation, including Alberta Employment Standards and tax regulations.
• Calculate and process a variety of payroll deductions, such as union dues, pension contributions (Local Authorities Pension Plan – LAPP, Alberta Teachers' Retirement Fund – ATRF), and benefit premiums (Alberta School Employee Benefit Plan – ASEBP).
• Prepare and submit government remittances and year-end reporting, including T4's and Records of Employment (ROEs).
• Maintain accurate and confidential payroll records and respond to employee inquiries about pay and benefits.
• Onboard new employees, ensuring all payroll-related documentation is complete and accurate.
• Perform other related duties as required by the Human Services Supervisor.

TheSuccessfulCandidatewillhave:

• Strong understanding of pension administration and collective agreements
• Strong understanding of Alberta Labour Relations.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency with payroll systems and with Google Sheets, Google Docs and Microsoft Office.
• Strong analytical, organization, and problem-solving skills, with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Skills in resolving conflicts effectively to foster understanding and drive positive results
• The ability to demonstrate unwavering ethical conduct, integrity, loyalty, respect, and honesty in all interpersonal relationships. The ideal candidate will consistently uphold these values, fostering trust and collaboration within our division.

Education/Experience

• Business Administration Diploma in Accounting or a related field is required.
• Canadian Payroll Association Certification is preferred.
• A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a full-cycle payroll environment.
• Experience working with a school division and in a unionized environment is preferred.

Salary/Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 100% Employer paid comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision and health/wellness spending accounts

ConditionsofEmployment:

In order to maintain a safe and secure working environment, applicants new to The Palliser School Division must provide:

• Criminal Record Check, including vulnerable sector check from Local Police Service or RCMP detachment;
• Social Insurance Number (SIN) card or document issued by Service Canada; SIN card/document (must be in current legal name). Name on SIN card/document must match your Government Issued ID and Criminal Record Check;
• Government issued ID (must be in current legal name) - valid driver's license, valid passport or Nexus card.

HowtoApply

Interested candidates are asked to submit their documents through ApplytoEducation on the “Human Resources” page of the Palliser School Division website at:

The following attachments should accompany the online submission:

• Cover letter directed toAmberRuest,HumanServicesSupervisor;
• Resume summarizing training and experience;
• Minimum of three professional references.

Byvirtueofthesubmissionofanapplication,theapplicantagreesthatthesuperintendentordesignatecancontactpreviousemployersforthepurposeofconductingconfidentialreferencecheckswhetherornottheapplicanthaslistedareferenceforthat**employer.

Wethankallthosewhoapply,butonlythosecandidatesselectedforaninterviewwillbecontacted.

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