Payroll and Benefits Clerk

It is acknowledged that Central Okanagan Public Schools operates within the unceded, Traditional Territory of the Okanagan syilx peoples. The School District enrolls approximately 25,500 students (including over 3,200 students who self-identify as having Indigenous ancestry). Central Okanagan Public Schools is located in the Central Okanagan encompassing the communities of Peachland, West Kelowna, Kelowna, and Lake Country. There are a total of 50 school sites with 32 Elementary Schools, 8 Middle schools, 5 Secondary Schools, 3 Learning Centres, an Alternate Education School, and an Online Learning School (6-12). Central Okanagan Public Schools has an excellent reputation of providing outstanding, student-centered programs in a diverse and inclusive environment as well as offering a wide range of educational opportunities for its students and staff. We believe equity empoyers each learner to thrive, holistically.We're inviting applications for a temporary role on our payroll team. This is a meaningful opportunity to contribute to a collaborative and fast-paced environment while gaining valuable experience.Payroll and Benefits Clerk - TemporaryUnder the supervision of the Payroll Manager and the Payroll and Benefits Coordinator, this position provides a full range of payroll and benefit services to 800-1200 employees within the School District. Duties include:collect, verify, enter and file time sheets;maintain payroll databases and appropriate documentation supporting all payroll transactions;prepare records of employment;monitor and reconcile benefit payments and deductions and process benefit coverage changes;discuss benefit options with employees and determine eligibility;respond to inquiries and provide information of a detailed and specialized nature. The successful candidate will possess the following qualifications:completed Grade 12 (Senior Secondary School Graduation);Canadian Payroll Compliance Practitioner Certificate (consideration may be given to those willing to successfully complete the CPC Certificate within 18 months of start date);knowledge and experience with various payroll software programs;three (3) years' experience preparing, processing and maintaining a variety of payroll and benefits packages in a medium to large multi-union environment;knowledge and experience with data entry/keyboarding and with word processing skills.The successful candidate must be:a self-starter and able to work with minimal supervision;able to work alone and work within a team environment;able to understand how the payroll system integrates with the accounting system.The successful applicant will be expected to:maintain a high quality of work including accuracy and dependability;have excellent verbal and written communication skills;maintain excellent interpersonal skills;maintain confidentiality;complete the required District's Health and Safety training.This is a temporary full-time position beginning as soon as possible and continuing until June 30, 2026, with possible extension, with a regular schedule of 35 hours per week at a wage rate of $34.36 per hour, plus eligibility for overtime compensation.In addition to the hourly wage, the position includes:5% of bi-weekly earnings in lieu of vacation, and5% of straight-time earnings per pay period in lieu of statutory holidays.Upon successful completion of the probationary period and attainment of seniority, temporary employees working 17.5 hours or more per week will also receive:10% in lieu of benefits and paid leaves.Qualified candidates are invited to apply online at with cover letter and a detailed resume, including three (3) professional references (names and phone numbers) and copies of certifications.This position will remain open until filled; however, full consideration will be given to applications received by 8am on February 2, 2026.The Central Okanagan Public Schools thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.