26-27 ADM Payroll Specialist

26-27 ADM Payroll Specialist Midway ISD Region 12

Midway ISD:

Administration - Woodway, Texas This job is also posted in ESC Region 12, and Midway Independent School District Job Details

Job ID:

5696823

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

Immediately Job Description

Job Title:

Payroll Specialist Reports to: Payroll Supervisor Dept./

School:

Business Office

Exemption Status:

Non-Exempt / 226 days

Date Revised:

5/5/2026 Salary calculations will be commensurate with job experience.

Primary Purpose:

Assist with preparing payroll for the district, including related reports and deposits. Work under close supervision to ensure accurate and timely preparation of payroll records by following prescribed procedures and regulations.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

High school diploma or GED

Special Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Knowledge of basic accounting procedures Ability to maintain accurate and auditable records Ability to use personal computer and software to create spreadsheets, databases, and do word processing Proficiency in keyboarding and file maintenance Ability to work with numbers in accurate and rapid manner to meet established deadlines Ability to communicate effectively Ability to problem solve

Experience:

Two years payroll accounting experience, preferred Teacher Retirement System reporting experience preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Payroll Accounting 1. Assist with Payroll Manager with the following tasks: Maintain district payroll registers, payroll check registers, employee payroll information, and other original documentation in an orderly and accurate manner. 2. Calculate employee wages, salaries, hours worked, overtime pay, and determine withholdings, deductions, and net pay. 3. Prepare paychecks and maintain employee payroll history. 4. Review time sheets for all district employees. 5. Process and resolve direct deposit and other banking interactions. Data Entry 6. Process and accurately record payroll documents. 7. Assist in preparing W-2 forms. 8. Prepare and distribute tuition receipts for Employee Pre-K. 9. Prepare and submit payroll reports and forms including those required by Internal Revenue Service, Texas Workforce Commission, Texas Retirement System, Federal Insurance Contributors' Act (FICA), Medicare, Texas New Hire Reporting, and Workers' Compensation Commission. Records and Reports 10. Maintain physical and computerized files of payroll records. Other 11. Communicate with human resource department, campus secretaries, and employees to ensure accuracy of information reported; resolve payroll problems and inquiries. 12. Respond to requests from financial institutions regarding verification of employment. 13. Maintain confidentiality of information. 14. Work cooperatively with human resources and business services to process hiring, leave, terminations, and other employment-related issues. 15. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required including auditable records.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used:

Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals.

Posture:

Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion:

Repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching

Lifting:

Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)

Environment:

May work prolonged or irregular hours; occasional districtwide and statewide travel

Mental Demands:

Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. Midway Independent School District does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, military status or on any other basis prohibited by law. Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicant's job qualifications, experience, and abilities. The Title IX Coordinator for Midway ISD is the Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources. 13885 Woodway Drive, Woodway, Texas 76712. Contact phone number is 254-761-5610

Position Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

$36,250 to $51,076 Annually