Payroll Secretary / Business Services

In compliance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the R ehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, it is the policy o f the Walled Lake Consolidated School District that no person shall, on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, disability, height, weight, po litical belief, military service or marital status, be excluded from participat ion in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination during any program or activity or in employment. For information, contact the District Compliance Officer Ali Hamka, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, 850 Ladd Rd., Bldg. D., Walled Lake, MI 48390, phone (248) 956-2023. Every Child, Every Day! Walled Lake Consolidated Schools

Educational Services Center 850 Ladd Road, Building D Walled Lake, MI 48390 Phone: 248-956-2030 Payroll Secretary / Business Services Job# 18306 Date Posted: September 15, 2026 Location: Educational Services Center Date Available: ASAP Monday through Friday, 8 hours per day/40 hours per week. Approximate Hours 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Includes 30-minute duty free lunch.) Flexibility may be allowed with a successful candidate to be approved for working remotely two to three days per week. Full Year Secretary (248-day work calendar) Classification C Secretary New Hire Starting Rate of Pay: $20.29

Closing Date Internal Applicants: 7 days External Applicants: Until filled SUMMARY: Works with limited supervision while providing accurate and systematic payroll services. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to multi-task is essential
• Excellent math and analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with Word, Excel, Google Docs
• Effective verbal and written communication skills is required. Should be able to adapt communication style to suit different audiences
• Work with efficiency and accuracy
• Ability to prioritize work in order to meet deadlines
• Ability to work well with individuals of diverse backgrounds
• Develop ongoing positive working relationships with team members
• Strong organizational skills are required Human Resources

In compliance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the R ehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, it is the policy o f the Walled Lake Consolidated School District that no person shall, on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, disability, height, weight, po litical belief, military service or marital status, be excluded from participat ion in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination during any program or activity or in employment. For information, contact the District Compliance Officer Ali Hamka, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, 850 Ladd Rd., Bldg. D., Walled Lake, MI 48390, phone (248) 956-2023. Every Child, Every Day!

• Ability to problem solve and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing and to interact positively with employees, schools and community
• Enthusiastic, motivated and a positive "can-do" attitude
• Associate's Degree or equivalent, one to three years secretarial/office experience JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Processes payroll data for all school district employees and maintains accurate, up-to-date files of all payroll information.
• Prepares and/or processes all contract re-calculations, extra-curricular contracts, coaching contracts, vacation payouts, retirement and resignation payouts, direct deposit forms and all other special payments to employees.
• Prepares required governmental reports, retirement, IRS, W-2's etc.
• Processes payroll deductions in compliance with local, state and federal statutes.
• Archives payroll records.
• Maintains leave, vacation and absence information on all employees.
• Processes payment for substitutes in district and reviews substitute payment for those processed through a third party.
• Responsible for understanding, tracking and properly reporting aspects of sick bank, unpaid leave and FMLA leave.
• Works with representatives of government, employee unions and retirement agencies to provide information.
• Processes mortgage verifications and final salary affidavits.
• Regular and reliable attendance
• Responsible for all aspects of the payroll process for the designated buildings assigned
• Other duties as assigned ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB:
• Must be present at the work site to perform duties
• Must be able to manage stressful situations
• Must be able to communicate effectively
• Must be able to build and maintain a safe environment
• Must be able to meet the physical demands of the job including but not limited to: walking, kneeling, sitting on the floor, rising from the floor, bending, and lifting at least 20 pounds. The Essential Functions here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with qualified disabilities to perform the essential functions. According to the revised code MCL380.1230 a criminal history background check will be completed as a condition of employment with Walled Lake Schools.