Baldwin City USD 348 is seeking a new member to fill a full time position within our District Office Team. This position will be open until filled.

Responsible to:

Director of Financial Operations

Essential Functions:

1. Process all payrolls for the district.
2. File all reports with appropriate agencies as required by law and/or regulation.
3. Provide office and clerical support to assist with the efficient operation of the
school district.
4. Manage employee benefits.
5. Maintain employee leave.
6. Communicate with district personnel and community.
7. React to change productively and handle other tasks as assigned.
8. Operate all equipment as required.
9. Maintain confidentiality regarding school records and school operations.
10. Support the philosophy and mission of USD 348.

General Responsibilities:

1. Determine gross and net payroll amounts, taxes, and accounts and prepare all
payrolls.
2. Prepare various reports relating to employment and/or earnings including but
not limited to Federal 941, Kansas Income Tax, Unemployment, W-2 Forms
and KPERS.
3. Maintain leave, employee benefits and KPERS records and reports.
4. Assist with audits.
5. Answer payroll questions.
6. Maintain an orderly filing system.
7. Screen and route incoming mail.
8. Assist with screening visitors and telephone calls, directing them to the
?appropriate person/department, efficiently and courteously.
9. Operate various office equipment and computer systems.
10. Provide office and clerical support to assist with the efficient operation of the
?school district.
11. Address concerns from staff to Superintendent in a confidential and
professional manner.
12. Keep abreast of new information, innovative ideas and techniques.
13. Adhere to all district health and safety policies, including all precautions of
the ?Blood Borne Pathogens Exposure Control Plan.
14. Perform all duties in accordance with district guidelines and policies.
15. Perform duties as assigned by the Superintendent or Director of Financial
Operations.

Payroll Specialist Qualifications:

1. High school diploma or equivalent.
2. Experience in payroll preferred.
3. Accurate typing and filing skills.
4. Computer and office technology experience.
5. Telephone skills.
6. Health and tuberculosis certificate on file in the district office ?(after
employment offer is made).

Physical Requirements/Environmental Conditions:

1. Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time.
2. Ability to work on projects alone for prolonged periods of time.
3. Ability to work in a noisy, busy and stressful environment.
4. Ability to move, lift, carry, pull or push 40 pounds.
5. Ability to repetitively use arms and wrists.
6. Ability to use appropriate computer programs.
7. Ability to operate various office equipment and computers.
8. Ability to respond to information requests in a courteous, timely and helpful
?manner.

Benefits Offered:

1. Paid Holidays
2. Vision, Dental, and Health Care
3. Employee Assistance Program
4. KPERS Retirement Plan
5. Paid Time Off