$3,792.54

Per Month DOE (Depends on Experience)

Position range in Travis County $3,366.00 - $4,997.00 Per Month Assistant Payroll Officer

TEXAS SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF

Occupation:

Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks

Location:

AUSTIN, TX - 78704

Job Type:

Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Day Shift

Posted:

09/23/2026

Positions available: 1

Source:

WorkInTexas

Web Site:

WorkInTexas

Onsite /

Remote:

Work onsite all of the time

Updated:

09/26/2026

Expires:

10/02/2026

Job #: 17072236

Job Requirements and Properties

Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite

Full Time Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent Experience

1 Month(s) Schedule

Full Time Job Type

Regular Duration

Permanent Employment Hours

40 Hours Per Week Shift

Day Shift Public Transit

Available Benefits Help for .

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Length of position: 260 days

Hours:

7:30am to 4:30pm SUMMARY Provides support to the payroll and time and leave functions of the Human Resources department, ensures the timely and accurate processing of payroll and time and leave records by compiling, organizing, and entering data in the system.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Review and analyze payroll data and reports for accuracy, and resolve discrepancies to ensure accurate posting to payroll records

Assist in the processing of payroll changes to include but not limited to calculation of special payments and overtime payments, tax withholding, other various deductions, direct deposit, address changes, salary changes, terminations, payment cancellations, etc.

Assist with preparation of substitute payroll calculation and data entry.

Process paperwork for new employees and enter employee information into the payroll system.

Calculate pay adjustments and key data into payroll system

Prepare, process, and track wage garnishments and child support orders

Compile reports as required by management and government agencies

Oversee employee exemption certificates, direct deposit and other deductions to update payroll records

Prepare and process electronic transmission of payroll data such as pension, retirement, insurance and credit union payments

Perform payroll audits to update employee data in the system

Maintain filing system for payroll and related records

Prepare and direct processing of deductions

Assist in the coordination and interaction with federal, state and other agencies on issues pertaining to employee compensation or mandatory deductions

Perform duties of Payroll Officer in Payroll Officers absence

Perform related duties as to specific assignments

Provide service to customers by answering questions, providing information, making referrals, and assuring appropriate follow-through and/or resolution

Communicate with managers, supervisors, co-workers, citizens, and others, maintains confidentiality

Assists in special projects at the direction of the Payroll Officer and Human Resources Director

Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Payroll Assistant High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience or education in basic accounting

Sign Language:

The applicant does not need to have sign language skills at hire but will be required to participate in sign language classes offered at TSD until reaching a level of

INTERMEDIATE

as evaluated on the Sign Language Proficency Interview Payroll Specialist I-IV BA with major coursework in accounting or 4 years experience in payroll processing

Additional years of experience required for Payroll Specialist II-IV levels

Sign Language:

The applicant does not need to have sign language skills at hire but will be required to participate in sign language classes offered at TSD until reaching a level of

INTERMEDIATE

as evaluated on the Sign Language Proficency Interview

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Experience working in CAPPS or other payroll related program

Payroll experience

Intermediate or above sign skill

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES/ATTRIBUTES

Ability to listen, communicate (written and verbal), excellent grammar, spelling and proof-reading skills, and follow up effectively with all staffing levels.

Ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking and writing so others will understand.

The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.

Excellent client service skills.

Ability to work in team-oriented environment.

Ability to work independently in a time sensitive environment.

Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Ability to prioritize and organize workload, multi-task, adapts quickly to change, and deliver under the pressure of deadlines.

Ability to develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with the Payroll, Benefits, and Human Resources Department, as well as clients and vendors.

Excellent time management skills and must be detail oriented.

SUPERVISOR

Human Resources Director

MILITARY OCCUPATION SPECIALTY

(MOS) CODE Payroll Assistant, Payroll Specialist I-IV, see page 5 of https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_AccountingAuditingandFinance.pdf It is the Texas School for the Deafs (TSD) policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation or belief, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. TSD expressly prohibits any form of workplace discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Retaliation against individuals who oppose unlawful discrimination or participate in an employment discrimination proceeding is also prohibited. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, firing, promotions, training, wages, and benefits. In addition to federal law requirements, TSD complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.