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RSU 38

Payroll Benefits Specialist

Pay: $25.31–$31.16/hr

Posted: 5 weeks ago

Location: Readfield, ME (Onsite)

Last Updated: 4 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/10/2026

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What they do

A Compensation or Benefits Specialist evaluates and works to maintain the pay structure and benefits program at an organization. Analyzes wage and salary data and trends, monitors market conditions; works with benefits vendors, processes benefit claims for employees; monitors government employment regulations. May focus specifically on job classifications and compensation or on benefits programs such as pensions.

$73,893 / year median in Maine

+3% projected growth

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Job Description

Job Posting Payroll Benefits Specialist Job Goal:

To ensure that district personnel receive the correct compensation and benefits in a timely manner. To complete the detailed and written work, and to coordinate other matters essential to the efficiency and effectiveness of the district's payroll and benefits administration. To contribute to staff morale by the prompt and accurate handling of compensation matters.

Qualifications:

High School Diploma (Bachelor's degree or Associate degree preferred) Minimum of 5 years successful experience in a professional office setting. Minimum of 2 years in the administration of payroll and benefits. Solid understanding of payroll fundamentals and payroll best practices. Solid understanding of benefits administration. Technical Capacity (Excel, Microsoft, Pro-Fund, ADS, electronic forms) Excellent Communication and Collaboration skills

Certification:

Must possess or be able to obtain Current Maine Department of Education Criminal History Record Check authorization.

Application Deadline:

Until a suitable candidate is found.

Salary Range:

$25.31-$31.16/hr based on experience.

Process:

Please send the completed application with cover letter, resume, transcripts, proof of certification(s), and three current letters of recommendation to either: ➢ Mailing Address OR Physical Location Superintendent of Schools Office, c/o HR Dept., 45 Millard Harrison Dr., Readfield, ME 04355 OR ➢

Email Address:

human_resources@maranacook.com RSU No. 38 is an

Equal Opportunity Employer Pay:

$25.31 - $31.16 per hour

Work Location:

In person