Payroll Specialist 2026-27

Requirements / Qualifications Employment Requirements: High School Diploma or GED equivalency required. Any combination equivalent to at least two years of college with an emphasis in accounting is desirable. Knowledge of basic principles, methods and practices of statistics, bookkeeping and financial recordkeeping; accounting methods and requirements as related to payroll tax deductions and public school payroll systems; operation of computers and standard office machines; proper English usage, grammar, punctuation and spelling. Ability to perform complex payroll functions; review timesheets, calculate compensation rates and prepare reports; apply rules and regulations to practical situations; perform complex mathematical calculations accurately and rapidly; assemble and organize data and prepare worksheets and reports; type accurately at 40 to 50 words per minute; communicate effectively in oral and written form; understand and carry out directions in an independent manner; handle high stress levels; maintain the security and confidentiality of specified records and information; establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties. Hollister School District offers a competitive Health and Wellness Benefits package of $24,986, separate from annual salary. HSD's Health & Wellness Benefits package is inclusive of employee plus spouse and qualifying dependents. Three (3) current letters of recommendation, proof of HS diploma or equivalent, and current resume are all required for this application. • Letter(s) of Recommendation • Proof of HS Graduation • Resume Comments and Other Information The Hollister School District prohibits, at any district school or school activity, discrimination, harassment, including sexual harassment, intimidation, and bullying, based on actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, immigration status, ethnic group identification, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or genetic information, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. This shall apply when applicable, to interns, volunteers, and job applicants. For questions, concerns or complaints, please contact Title IX Compliance Officer: Kip Ward, Deputy Superintendent; 2690 Cienega Road, Hollister, CA 95023; (831) 630-6300; kward@hesd.org.