H.R. Specialist -Primary H.R./Backup Payroll

The Castle Rock School District is seeking candidates for the position of HR Specialist -PrimaryHR/Backup Payroll.

Position summary

The HR Specialist supports the district's hiring and employment processes for certificated and classified staff. This position helps applicants, employees, and supervisors navigate recruitment, onboarding, personnel records, benefits, leave, and employment procedures. The specialist handles sensitive information with discretion and works closely with payroll and district administrators.

Position will remain OPEN UNTIL FILLED.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent with college degree preference.
• Successful experience in a public school/human resource setting using Skyward/RDS software; for a period of two years strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated high level of computer skills and 10-key proficiency.
• Demonstrated ability to be highly detail-oriented.
• Ability to perform duties in accordance with all district and state requirements and policies.
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential matters in an ethical manner.
• Must possess strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with staff and the public. Primary HR Responsibilities Recruitment and job postings New-hire processing and onboarding Personnel files Employment changes Salary placement Contracts and assignments CBA interpretation Leave administration HR Budget FMLA/PFML coordination SEBB/benefit eligibility DRS/retirement coordination Evaluations and evaluation tracking Certification tracking Seniority lists S-275 reporting Required HR reporting Background checks and fingerprinting Employment verification Qmlativ/Skyward employee and HR updates Frontline/Absence Management administration Payroll Backup Responsibilities Review Payroll inputs Enter and verify personnel/payroll changes Payroll processing Salary changes and assignments Leave/payroll reconciliation Benefit deductions DRS reporting Year-end payroll/W-2 processing Qmlativ/Skyward updates Serve as payroll backup during absences and payroll deadlines Salary and Contract: $35.05-$40.15 Contract Days : 260 If you would like to be considered for this position, please complete all application materials at www.applitrack.com/castlerock/onlineapp . The Castle Rock School District #401 does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, creed, religion, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, neurodivergence or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability; and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated groups listed in Title 36 of the United States Code. The following employees have been designated to handle questions, complaints or inquiries regarding our non-discrimination policies: Bryan Keatley, Director of Operations, Title IX Coordinator (600 Huntington Ave. S., Castle Rock, WA. 98674; 360-501-2940; email bkeatley@crschools.org ) Jeanne Foster, Director of Student Services, Section 504 & ADA Coordinator (600 Huntington Ave. S., Castle Rock, WA. 98674; 360-501-2940; email jfoster@crschools.org ) Bryan Keatley, Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator (600 Huntington Ave. S., Castle Rock, WA. 98674; 360-501-2940; email bkeatley@crschools.org ) Title IX inquiries may also be directed toward the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights (OCR).