Payroll and Benefits Specialist

Payroll and Benefits Specialist

Location: Jenison Public Schools - Central Office Administration

Starting Salary Range: $72,468 (commensurate with experience)

Date Posted: September 4, 2026

Application Deadline: September 18, 2026 (or until filled)

Terms of Employment: 52 weeks/year, 5 days/week, 8 hours/day

Application Process: A completed online application is REQUIRED.
(see application instructions at www.jpsonline.org)

Job Description

Position Opportunity:

Under the general direction of the Supervisor of Accounting Services and in compliance with established policies, procedures, and
practices, assist with coordination and processing of payroll and fringe benefits for Jenison Public School District.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent. An Associate's degree in business or accounting is preferred.
• Five or more years of payroll and/or employee benefits work experience. School experience is preferred.
• Knowledge and understanding of local, state, and federal regulations impacting the payroll and employee benefits function
  including, but not limited to, wage and hour laws, workers' compensation, family and medical leave, and the like.
• Interpersonal and communication skills necessary to provide courteous and accurate information to all levels of staff,
  students, parents, community and state agencies, vendors, and others. The incumbent is required to handle problem situations
  in a tactful, courteous, and respectful manner.
• Written and computer skills necessary for the creation and compilation of various documents, communications, and reports.
  The incumbent is required to effectively utilize a variety of software applications which may include, but is not limited to,
  word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, graphic design, and database software applications. Advanced report writing and
  spreadsheet skills required.
• Accounting skills necessary to work with an integrated financial accounting system (e.g., Tyler Enterprise ERP / Munis or
  similar system) with a specific understanding of the effects of transactions and their impact on financial records. Experience
  with Tyler Enterprise ERP is a plus, but not required.
• Analytical ability to evaluate information and situations to determine the appropriate course of action without supervisor
  approval.
• Analytical ability and mathematical aptitude necessary to process transactions and identify and resolve a variety of payroll
  and benefit issues. Ability to interpret and apply multiple Union bargaining contracts is required.
• Ability to utilize discretion and sound judgment in handling confidential information and documents.
• Mental ability to adapt and respond to multiple priorities and demands, adapt to interruptions, work on several projects at the
  same time, work on tasks requiring accuracy and attention to detail, and handle pressures related to multiple deadlines.

• Physical ability to sit for extended periods of time working on a computer and to properly operate required office equipment.

Performances Resposibilities:

• Assist in developing detailed salary and benefit budgets for the district. Ensure salary and benefits are charged to the
  appropriate accounts. Provide salary and benefit estimates as needed.
• Assist with the Red Rover substitute calling system.
• Review and audit time sheets and payroll and benefits records ensuring compliance with District's policies and procedures,
  appropriate labor agreements, and related federal and state laws. Identify, calculate, and input appropriate adjustments as
  necessary. Process payroll, balance and process reports, prepare tax and retirement reports ensuring accuracy and compliance
  with related laws and regulations.
• Process and calculate a variety of complex payroll actions including overtime wages, weighted average calculations, workers'
  compensation claims, and salary calculations.
• Process remittances to appropriate agencies for funds withheld from paychecks including benefit and payroll taxes, which
  will be balanced to appropriate reports.
• Prepare, and/or extract from the payroll system, various reports and information as necessary to meet internal and external
  requirements including pay withholding and sales tax filings, 941s, W-2s, and retirement reports.
• Complete the Office of Retirement Services (ORS) submission and balancing.
• Apply and maintain documentation related to the payroll software, payroll processing, time entry, benefits, and salary/benefit
  budgeting.
• Assist with training sessions including preparation and distribution of written procedures for payroll, absence reporting, and
  salary/benefit budgeting.
• Process and maintain leave records according to established guidelines.
• Maintain/regulate all deduction master information including withholding orders, assessment/application of the correct
  mandatory MPSERS deduction plan. Maintain year-end changes such as tax tables and tax shelter investment options and
  calculate correct deductions related to insurance vendors and benefit plans.
• Assist in preparing annual contracts, Schedule B contracts, wage memos, new hire information, and employee status changes.
• Assist in the evaluation, design, implementation, and ongoing monitoring of systems and procedures to support and improve
  operational effectiveness.
• Process benefit invoices. Assist in accounting for health reimbursement accounts.
• Assist in the preparation of adjusting, correcting, and year-end accrual journal entries for payroll and benefits activity and
  substitute calling system accounts, as necessary.
• Prepare audit schedules/documents, provide information, and assist auditors as needed.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

  Preceding data is intended to convey information essential to job function and are not an exhaustive list of the skills, efforts, duties,
  responsibilities or working conditions associated with it.

  
  Notice of Non-discrimination:
  It is the policy of Jenison Public Schools not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, (including sexual
  orientation or transgender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic
  information, or any other legally protected category in its programs, services or activities. For inquiries regarding the
  nondiscrimination policies contact the Superintendent's Office, 8375 20th Avenue, Jenison MI 49428. (616)457-8890.