What are the responsibilities and job description for the Payroll Specialist position at City of Pharr?
Position Summary
Required qualifications/skills:
- Knowledge of basic payroll practices, bookkeeping procedures, and timekeeping processes
- Working knowledge of wage and hour requirements, payroll deductions, leave accruals, benefits deductions, garnishments, and payroll recordkeeping
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office; familiarity with electronic timekeeping systems and payroll/financial software preferred
- Strong accuracy, data entry, basic accounting, and mathematical computation skills
- Ability to organize work, meet deadlines, and maintain confidentiality
Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply to contribute to accurate, dependable payroll service for City employees.
Core Benefits
This full-time position includes Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, along with Paid Time Off to support rest and planned time away.
A Typical Workday
Your day is structured around a consistent 40-hour, non-exempt schedule, with flexibility required for evenings, weekends, or holidays when operational needs arise. You will coordinate with multiple departments to clarify submitted time, confirm approvals, and resolve discrepancies before payroll deadlines. Much of the day involves focused computer-based work—reviewing reports, cross-checking entries, and updating records—balanced with professional, service-oriented communication to help employees understand pay-related questions. As payroll cycles progress, priorities shift toward final validation, documentation organization, and maintaining orderly files that support audit readiness and timely pay distribution.
Salary : $42,000