Business and Finance - Lead Payroll Specialist (30-010)

Alamogordo Public Schools

Human Resources Department

Street Address: 1211 Hawaii Ave. Building A, Alamogordo, New Mexico 88310

Mailing Address: P.O. Box 650, Alamogordo, New Mexico 88311-0650

Phone 575.812.6060 Fax 575.812.6069

www.alamogordoschools.org

NOTICE OF VACANCYLead Payroll Specialist - Business and FinanceDate of Notice: October 13, 2026Non-Exempt Position Vacancy #: 30-010 Job Snapshot:.

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Education and Experience Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent. Associate degree or higher in accounting, business, finance, or related field, preferred
• At least three years of progressively responsible payroll, accounting, or closely related financial processing experience, including substantial experience reconciling complex transactions.
• Proficiency with spreadsheets, confidential personnel/pay data, deadlines, and detailed recordkeeping.
• Ability to apply written payroll rules consistently and communicate discrepancies tactfully.
• Prior public-sector or New Mexico K–12 school district payroll experience.
• Working experience with Tyler School ERP Pro or comparable enterprise payroll software.
• Experience coordinating payroll cycles, documenting controls, and training payroll staff.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:
• Knowledge of payroll cycle controls, time and attendance, wage and hour principles, payroll taxes, deductions, reconciliation, and records confidentiality.
• Ability to interpret district-approved contracts, calendars, salary schedules, and written compensation authorizations without establishing pay policy.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, review, organization, customer-service, and documentation skills.
• Ability to prioritize time-sensitive cycles, resolve discrepancies, and maintain continuity under pressure..Position Available: Immediately.How to Apply: OPEN UNTIL FILLED – will not close before October 23, 2026.
  
  

Apply online at http://www.applitrack.com/aps4kids/onlineapp and indicate your interest in the position..Salary: Twelve months (234 days) per contract year and appropriate placement on the District Non-Exempt Salary Schedule. The work calendar is subject to change based on any Board approved revisions that may or may not be Permanent.

Reference: Alamogordo Public Schools Salary and Work Day Calendar.Conditions of Employment: Ability to comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 and, upon an offer of employment, complete an Employee's Statement of Health and submit to a functional capacity evaluation at the District's expense to determine ability to perform job-related functions and fitness for duty. Any offer of employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of all background, criminal, and reference investigations..The Alamogordo Public School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, marital status, disability, handicap, or veteran status in employment or the provision of services. This includes, but is not limited to, admissions, educational services, financial aid, and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, Section 504 of PL 92-112, and the Age Discrimination Act may be referred to the Superintendent of the Alamogordo Public Schools. The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability and protects qualified applicants and employees with disabilities from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, job training, fringe benefits, and other aspects of employment. The law also requires that covered entities provide qualified applicants and employees with disabilities with necessary, reasonable accommodations that do not impose undue hardship. It is the responsibility of the applicant or employee to inform the Director of Human Resources that an accommodation is needed.