BENEFITS AND PAYROLL ANALYST

BENEFITS AND PAYROLL ANALYST at Lynwood Unified School District

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Application Deadline

7/31/2026 4:30 PM Pacific

Date Posted

7/20/2026

Contact

Elva Ruiz

310 886 1611

Number of Openings

1

Salary

Pay Range

$5,531.00 - $6,905.00 Monthly

Length of Work Year

FULL-TIME POSITION: EIGHT (8) HOURS PER DAY; TWELVE (12) MONTHS PER YEAR.

Employment Type

Full Time

Job Summary

Job Summary

The District reserves the right to close the recruitment process at any time, without prior notice, based on District needs and the applicant pool, regardless of the posted application period. While the position may be advertised for up to 10 days, the posting may be closed earlier if a sufficient number of qualified applications are received or if hiring needs change.

Job Description / Essential Elements: Print

Lynwood USD

Benefits and Payroll Analyst

CLASS CODE

LYN137

SALARY

$31.91 - $39.84 Hourly

$2,552.77 - $3,186.92 Biweekly

$5,531.00 - $6,905.00 Monthly

$66,372.00 - $82,860.00 Annually

ESTABLISHED DATE

February 03, 2015

REVISION DATE

February 24, 2020

Basic Function

Under the direction of an administrator, perform a variety of technical, specialized, and/or complex duties to assist in the coordination and administration of the District s payroll and benefits programs, requiring comprehensive analysis and problem solving. Through work activities promote a culture of customer service and responsiveness, while ensuring that Payroll and Benefits objectives, goals, policies, rules, guidelines, and operating procedures are observed, reinforced, and maintained in support of District objectives. This position is designated as staff level.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This class is designed to function in a lead capacity to prepare incumbents for promotional opportunities into higher levels of employment. The incumbent is expected to consistently work independently with limited direction in carrying out complex tasks, in a fast-paced environment, with quickly developing variables. The incumbent must be able to troubleshoot a variety of commonly occurring problems and calmly handle suddenly developing complex problems and situations. The incumbent is also expected to make recommendations for improvement regarding day-to-day operations and procedures and departmental policy.

Representative Duties

The duties listed below are just the essential duties of this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude any related duty from the

position, as long as the assigned work is similar in course and scope to this class concept. Furthermore, more general duties may be reasonably extrapolated from any specific duty statement listed below.

• Assist in the coordination and administration of the District s benefits programs, which may include, but is not limited to, overseeing compliance of all Affordable Care Act activities, employee benefit and retirement enrollment and change of status, process claims, and resolve complaints.
• Assist in the coordination and timely administration of the District s payroll programs, which may include, but is not limited to, use and operation of technical systems to prepare payroll, taxes (processing tax payments, tax reporting, etc.), attendance records, retirement and benefit allowances, wage adjustments, maintain leave of absence data, workers compensation and insurance data.
• Prevent, research and resolve discrepancies in employee benefits or pay, and ensure accuracy of data entry for payroll and benefits, which may include, performing internal audits, preparing materials for external auditors, and advising staff on proper procedure, current law, and best practices.
• Coordinate benefit and payroll events, such as health and wellness programs, open enrollment, in-service trainings, and retirement workshops.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with all benefits and payroll vendors and representatives working with the District.
• Communicate with any customer or district constituency group, in an interpersonally skilled and customer-oriented manner, by using courtesy, tact, diplomacy sensitivity, patience and professionalism.
• Research, prepare and maintain a variety of statistical, narrative, qualitative, and quantitative records and reports; collect, synthesize, and analyze data in qualitative and quantitative formats; make safety recommendations for improvement based on analysis; Maintain a variety of records related to benefits and payroll activities and prepare reports in accordance with established guidelines.
• Prepare formal notices, communications, correspondences, and oral and written presentations for benefits and payroll matters, as directed.
• Meet and consult with employees, supervisors, administrators and public regarding benefits and payroll policies, procedures, laws, codes, rules, and regulations.
• Attend, participate in, and lead meetings and trainings, as required.
• Maintain current knowledge of and assure compliance with laws, rules and regulations related to benefits and payroll activities.
• Ensures the proper prioritization, timely completion, and meeting of deadlines for any assigned projects and tasks, as directed.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Initial/Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma (or GED equivalent).
• An Associate s Degree or two (2) years of college-level course work in Business Administration or a related field.
• Two (2) years of increasingly responsible professional full-time work experience in payroll and benefits administration, preferably in a public educational setting, which shows evidence of coordinating programs and employees.
• At least one (1) year of experience performing specialized payroll and benefits processing, which includes using automated business systems at an intermediate level or higher.
• Any other combination of education, training, and experience, which demonstrates that the applicant is likely to possess the required skills, knowledge, or abilities, may be considered.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Working Conditions

ENVIRONMENT: Office environment, relevant to school district payroll and benefits.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Current laws, guidelines, codes, regulations and rules related school payroll and benefits administration.
• District organization, operations, policies, procedures, objectives, goals, rules, and regulations.
• Up-to-date principles, practices, methods and terminology used in school payroll and benefits activities.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
• Effective oral and written communication strategies to ensure positive work relationships.
• Operation of a computer and assigned software.
• Techniques, tools, practices, and analysis methodology used in developing and coordinating projects and employees.
• Comprehensive recording-keeping and report preparation techniques, involving complex statistical, quantitative, and qualitative information.
• Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary in either written or oral communication, as applicable.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
• Advanced-level research methods for qualitative and quantitative analysis and reports.
• Intermediate-to-advance-level math and statistics.
• Conflict resolution skills and excellent interpersonal communication skills

ABILITY TO:

• Perform complex and responsible benefit and payroll administration duties requiring initiative and good judgment.
• Independently organize work, with minimal supervision and guidance to address all assigned responsibilities in an efficient and correct manner.
• Perform and understand accurately complicated math and statistics and auditing techniques.
• Prepare clear and comprehensive reports and maintain complex records.
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
• Compose correspondence and written materials independently or from oral instructions.
• Assure efficient and timely completion of projects and activities.
• Understand and resolve issues and problems.
• Read, interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Use tact and diplomacy in dealing with others.
• Organize and complete work in accordance with departmental and District objectives and priorities.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Interpret, apply and explain laws, codes, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Function in diverse, multi-cultural, or difficult situations requiring tact, diplomacy, sensitivity, and discretion.
• Understand, develop, and maintain complex financial and statistical records.
• Operate a variety of office equipment including a computer and assigned software.
• Maintain a variety of records and files.
• Meet schedules and time lines.
• Maintain regular and steady attendance.
• Plan and organize work.
• Understand and work within scope of authority.
• Work confidentially and with discretion.
• Complete work with many interruptions.
• Compile, analyze and verify complex data and prepare reports.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Communicate effectively, accurately, and fluently both orally and in writing in English and a designated second language, if required.

ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate modern office equipment; Hearing and speaking to exchange information; Sitting or standing for extended periods of time; Seeing to read a variety of materials, both in hard copy and soft copy format; Bending at the waist, kneeling, crouching, lifting to manipulate, move, and use office and materials; Work at a desk, conference table or in meetings of various configurations; lift, carry, push or pull approximately 20 pounds.

Required TestingCertificates and LicensesPre-Employment Job-Related Proficiency TestWCCA Or WCCP PreferredContinuing Educ. / TrainingClearancesMandated Reporter TrainingCriminal Background CheckPre-Employment Fingerprinting and TB TestingFLSA Status

Non Exempt

Requirements / Qualifications

Requirements / Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: • High School Diploma (or GED equivalent). • An Associate s Degree OR two (2) years of college-level course work in Business Administration or a related field. • Two (2) years of increasingly responsible professional full-time work experience in payroll and benefits administration, preferably in a public educational setting, which shows evidence of coordinating programs and employees. At least one (1) year of experience performing specialized payroll and benefits processing, which includes using automated business systems at an intermediate level or higher. • Any other combination of education, training, and experience, which demonstrates that the applicant is likely to possess the required skills, knowledge, or abilities, may be considered.

Applications without the supporting documents will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified. Foreign Diploma/ Degree/Transcripts must be certified and evaluated to meet the United States equivalency to be considered. ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS MUST BE SUBMITTED BY THE CLOSING DATE. SATISFACTION OF INITIAL/ MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: YOU MUST ATTACH THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTATION(S) TO YOUR APPLICATION UPON SUBMISSION: 1. Proof of high school graduation or equivalent (GED) AND official transcripts demonstrating successful completion of two (2) years of college-level coursework in Business Administration or a closely related field. 2. OR An Associate s degree in a job-related field.

Requirements / Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: • High School Diploma (or GED equivalent). • An Associate s Degree OR two (2) years of college-level course work in Business Administration or a related field. • Two (2) years of increasingly responsible professional full-time work experience in payroll and benefits administration, preferably in a public educational setting, which shows evidence of coordinating programs and employees. At least one (1) year of experience performing specialized payroll and benefits processing, which includes using automated business systems at an intermediate level or higher. • Any other combination of education, training, and experience, which demonstrates that the applicant is likely to possess the required skills, knowledge, or abilities, may be considered.

Applications without the supporting documents will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified. Foreign Diploma/ Degree/Transcripts must be certified and evaluated to meet the United States equivalency to be considered. ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS MUST BE SUBMITTED BY THE CLOSING DATE. SATISFACTION OF INITIAL/ MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: YOU MUST ATTACH THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTATION(S) TO YOUR APPLICATION UPON SUBMISSION: 1. Proof of high school graduation or equivalent (GED) AND official transcripts demonstrating successful completion of two (2) years of college-level coursework in Business Administration or a closely related field. 2. OR An Associate s degree in a job-related field.

Comments and Other Information

DOCUMENT SUBMISSION OPTIONS BELOW: Unofficial documents/ transcripts will be accepted for initial consideration. If a job offer is extended and accepted, official documents/transcripts will be required upon offer of employment, if it is not submitted. For more information on required documents, please refer to the "Initial Qualifications" section. OPTION 1: Upload and attach all required documentation(s)/certification(s) in its ORIGINAL form to your application upon submission OR email them to fyoung@mylusd.org by the closing date. - OR - OPTION 2: Submit all required documentation(s)/certification(s) in its ORIGINAL form, IN-PERSON, to the Human Resources, Classified Personnel department at 11321 Bullis Road, Lynwood, CA prior to or by the application closing date. (Copies will be made).

Comments and Other Information

DOCUMENT SUBMISSION OPTIONS BELOW: Unofficial documents/ transcripts will be accepted for initial consideration. If a job offer is extended and accepted, official documents/transcripts will be required upon offer of employment, if it is not submitted. For more information on required documents, please refer to the "Initial Qualifications" section. OPTION 1: Upload and attach all required documentation(s)/certification(s) in its ORIGINAL form to your application upon submission OR email them to fyoung@mylusd.org by the closing date. - OR - OPTION 2: Submit all required documentation(s)/certification(s) in its ORIGINAL form, IN-PERSON, to the Human Resources, Classified Personnel department at 11321 Bullis Road, Lynwood, CA prior to or by the application closing date. (Copies will be made).

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