Payroll Technician

JOIN THE FASTEST GROWING SCHOOL DISTRICT IN BC

We are looking to expand our Payroll Department and add another Payroll Technician to our team. Located in Langford, 20 minutes from downtown Victoria, we are one of the few growing school districts in British Columbia and are constantly planning for the future. Our school district plans today so that we can provide students, staff and communities with great infrastructure tomorrow.

WHY JOIN US?

SKILLED WORKFORCE

We are committed to attracting and retaining a highly skilled and motivated workforce.

WARM & FRIENDLY

We are proud of our warm, welcoming schools. We strive to enable all students to realize their potential and to acquire the knowledge, skills and attitudes needed to contribute to a healthy society and a sound economy — both today and in the future.

CLIMATE & RECREATION

You just can’t beat our climate and unlimited access to year-round recreation. Come to the sub-mediterranean zone. Mildest climate and driest summers in Canada 2,200 hours of sunshine. Frost-free season of 8 months.

TOURIST DESTINATION

This is one of the country’s most popular tourist destinations AND it’s a great place to work Unlimited access to year-round recreation minutes from our schools.

Located at the school board office at 3143 Jacklin Road in Langford, the Finance Department of School District No. 62 (Sooke) is presently seeking a permanent Payroll Technician. It is a 40 hour per week permanent position.

School District No. 62 (Sooke) is supported by Occupational Health and Safety in the promotion of Safe and Healthy work practices and protocols.

What you'll be doing...

In this highly confidential and specialized role, the Payroll Technician will be responsible for the efficient, accurate, and timely planning and delivery of multiple payrolls. The Payroll Technician will work in collaboration with Human Resources and Finance in order to innovate and improve current processes, while responding to inquiries and requests from customer/clients. In addition, the Payroll Technician is responsible for liaising with external payroll vendors and benefits providers.

What you'll bring to the table...

Completion of Grade 12 and Certified Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP), additional courses in Accounting or related area, or equivalent combination of training and experience. Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in payroll production including experience in a highly complex computerized system in a unionized environment. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Sound analytical and problem-solving skills along with extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office.

What we'll bring to the table...

Wage schedule as per the CUPE Local 459 Collective Agreement.

$30.69

**Benefits**:
3 weeks’ vacation to start (based on the terms outlined in the current CUPE Local 459 Collective Agreement)

**Professional Development**: 2 CUPE Professional Developments Days per school year plus access to additional funds for further professional development such as course fees.

Self-Directed Professional Development Day, 1 day per year

Comprehensive medical, dental and MSP group plan benefits to support you and your family, regardless of what life throws at you

Located beside the Galloping Goose Trail

Life insurance at 3X your annual salary

Membership in the Municipal Pension Plan, putting you in a strong position when it comes time to retirement

Various programs that support employees such as an Employee Assistance Program and Health and Wellness initiatives and events aimed at fostering your mental health

Work-life balance - 40-hour work weeks and flexible work schedules

**Job Description**:
**POSITION TITLE**:
Payroll Technician

**LOCATION**:
Sooke School Board Office (3143 Jacklin Road, Langford)

**POSITION CLASSIFICATION**:
CUPE

**SUPERVISOR**:
Manager, Financial Services

BACKGROUND

Adjacent to Victoria on southern Vancouver Island, School District 62 (Sooke) is the fastest growing school district on the Island which employs a staff of approximately 2,000. The District operates in five municipalities: Langford, Colwood, Sooke, Metchosin and the Highlands. The operating budget for the District is in excess of $115 million and a student population of over 11,000.

PURPOSE OF POSITION

In this highly confidential and specialized role, the Payroll Technician will be responsible for the efficient, accurate, and timely planning and delivery of multiple payrolls. The Payroll Technician will work in collaboration with Human Resources and Finance in order to innovate and improve current processes, while responding to inquiries and requests from customer/clients. In addition, the Payroll Technician is responsible for liaising with external payroll vendors and benefits providers.

NATURE OF WORK AND POSITION LINKS

Reporting to and under the general direction of the Manager, Financial Services, the Payroll Technician is responsible for the accurate and timely m