Payroll Specialist II (Control Code: 24119)

JobID:

12613

Position Type:

Classified Administrative/Payroll Specialist Date Posted:

6/8/2026

Location:

Administration Center Date Available:

07/01/26

TITLE:

Payroll Specialist

II REPORTS TO

Director of Accounting

JOB SUMMARY

The Payroll Specialist II supports the payroll function by maintaining support staff payroll records, processing time worked, and assisting in payroll preparation and verification.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

: Process and maintain accurate support staff payroll records including but not limited to onboarding, leave of absence cases, workman's compensation, terminations, and more Process and maintain staff deductions including credit union, direct deposit, tax withholding, union dues, United Way, and more Ensure compliance with wage and liability reporting for state and federal laws Ensure compliance with CBA's along with federal and state guidelines and established practices Assist with data collection and processing time worked for payment each pay period including electronic and paper timesheets Generate financial reports as needed Collaborate with appropriate parties during projects Assist with developing and documenting procedures on new projects Conduct periodic audits to ensure compliance and data integrity Respond to inquiries as needed Accurately compute wages and deductions Assist in verifying payroll proforma (pre-payroll reports), including time and absence entries and system warnings Check payroll entries for completeness and accuracy prior to processing Support annual salary updates Serve as backup to the Payroll Specialist I as needed Assign additional duties and projects as needed in the payroll department Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION BS or BA degree 1-3 years of comparable knowledge and skills gained through work experience

EXPERIENCE

Payroll experience preferred Tyler software preferred UKG software preferred

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Ability to function effectively as a member of the central office. Ability to bring ideas and work as part of a team Strong attention to detail Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information Effective communication and interpersonal skills

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

Work is performed in a standard office environment with minimal exposure to noise, hazards, or extreme conditions.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

The work year for this position is 12 months. The salary is based on LUDA market comparisons as determined by the Superintendent or his/her designee.

EVALUATION

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the District Classified Director Performance Evaluation process.

SALARY RANGE

$50,000-$60,000

BENEFITS:

Medical/Vision and Dental coverage through BCBSIL FSA and Dependent Day Care accounts Life, AD&D, and Long Term Disability insurance IMRF contribution included in base salary 403B Yearly professional development allotment

EVALUATION

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the District Classified Director Performance Evaluation process.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

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