Payroll Technician

Salary $31.72 - $38.54 Hourly Location 16350 Mojave Dr. 92395, CA Job Type Full Time Job Number 26-085 Department Business Services Division Division Fiscal Services Opening Date 05/06/2026 Closing Date 5/12/2026 4:00 PM Pacific FLSA Non-Exempt Bargaining Unit CSEA Max Number of Applicants 50 DESCRIPTION

BENEFITS

Job Summary & Examination Date

OPEN RECRUITMENT

Position:

Payroll Technician Site:

Fiscal Services (District Office)

Hours:

7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (8 hours)

Days:

261

Salary:

Range 36 ($31.72 - $38.54/hr) Filing deadline is Tuesday, May 12, 2026, @ 4:00 p.m. or until 50 applications are received.

BASIC FUNCTION

Under the direction of the Payroll Supervisor, perform a variety of responsible accounting clerical duties related to District classified and certificated payroll and related voluntary deductions and fringe benefits; process District accounts receivables; prepare, maintain and process a variety of financial and statistical documents, records and reports related to payroll, and benefits. Minimum Qualifications Required to Apply

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

The requirements listed below are representative of knowledge, skills and abilities required to satisfactorily perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school and three years of increasingly responsible financial record-keeping experience including at least one year of payroll-related experience using computerized accounting systems . Essential Duties

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following: Management reserves the right to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees with verified medical conditions can perform the essential functions of the job. Perform a variety of responsible accounting clerical duties related to District classified and certificated payroll, benefits and voluntary deductions; process payroll for regular, hourly and substitute certificated and classified employees. Collect, compile, match, total and verify accuracy and completion of a variety of complex financial, statistical and payroll documents and materials; correct and recalculate data as needed. Verify and post data from time sheets to time records; deduct pay for excessive absences; input payroll, absence data and pay deductions into the County computer system to produce monthly absence reports; process according to established procedures; follow up and resolve issues and concerns as necessary. Add and delete employees from the payroll system; determine proper coding of payroll forms for employee benefits, retirement contributions and other deductions; prepare and process a variety of payroll and benefits-related data such as W-4 changes, electronic fund transfers, insurance changes and address changes. Process District accounts receivable documents; prepare invoices for billings for various services and facilities use provided by the District; receive and process received payments and issue proper receipts. Assist in providing supporting documentation and/or information on internal processes that require audit. Assist with preparing reports (e.g. quarterly state and federal payroll taxes, state labor reports, benefit, gross to net calculations, etc.) for the purpose of providing written support and/or conveying information. Compiles payroll information related to work assignments for the purpose of providing required documentation and/or processing information. Informs other staff and/or outside parties regarding procedural requirements for the purpose of processing transactions. Maintains a variety of payroll information, files, and records for the purpose of ensuring the availability of documentation and compliance with established policies and regulatory guidelines. Prepares written materials and electronic payroll information for the purpose of documenting activities, providing reference, conveying information, and complying with established financial, legal and/or administrative requirements. Processes payroll related data (e.g. time sheets, withholding information, etc.) for the purpose of updating information, authorizing timely payment, and/or complying with established payroll practices. Researches and implements the resolution of discrepancies with payroll, and/or benefit information and/or documentation (e.g. time sheets, leave times, payroll, benefit provider/s, withholding versus W4, salary status, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring accuracy of records, employee payments and adherence to procedures prior to processing. Responds to inquiries regarding payroll procedures (e.g. wage levies and garnishments, savings, contributions, direct deposits, etc.) for the purpose of providing necessary information for making decisions, assisting employees, taking appropriate action and/or complying with established fiscal guidelines. Operate a variety of office equipment including a computer terminal, typewriter, fax machine, printer, copier, postage machine and calculator. Maintain records for various payroll deductions to prepare quarterly tax reports; verify TSA warrants and transmittals to reconcile with payroll reports and distribute according to established procedures. Performs other duties as assigned that support the overall objective of the position. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities / Working Conditions

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Principles, methods, procedures and terminology used in responsible clerical accounting work. Financial and statistical record-keeping techniques. District payroll policies and procedures. Preparation, maintenance, verification and processing of payroll records. Applicable sections of the State Education Code, union contracts and other applicable laws, including STRS, PERS and Social Security. Procedures, policies and regulations regarding enrolling and processing voluntary deductions. Rules and regulations concerning payroll clerical accounting activities. Preparation, review and control of assigned accounts, voluntary deductions and tax reporting. Modern office practices, procedures and equipment. Operation of a computer terminal and data entry techniques. Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary. District organization, operations, policies and objectives. Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy. Telephone techniques and etiquette

ABILITY TO

Perform a variety of responsible accounting clerical duties related to District classified and certificated payroll and related deductions and fringe benefits. Process District accounts receivables. Prepare, maintain and process a variety of financial and statistical documents, records and reports related to payroll, benefits and accounts receivable. Perform a variety of accounting clerical duties involving independent judgment and initiative. Apply and explain laws applicable to payroll, STRS, PERS and Social Security. Maintain accurate financial and statistical records. Verify, balance and adjust accounts. Prepare, verify, process and control an assigned major payroll. Monitor, adjust and reconcile payroll data. Apply and explain policies, procedures, rules and regulations. Operate a computer terminal to enter data, maintain records and generate reports. Work independently with little direction. Meet schedules and timelines. Plan and organize work. Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others. Type accurately at an acceptable rate of speed. Employer Victor Valley Union High School District Address 16350 Mojave Drive Victorville, California, 92395-3655 Phone 760-955-3201 Website http://www.vvuhsd.org