Job post summary

Date posted: January 22, 2026

Pay: $24.00 - $31.00 per hour

Job description:

We are seeking an experienced Payroll Assistant to provide immediate support to our payroll operations. This role is ideal for a payroll professional who can step in quickly, work with minimal supervision, and already understands end-to-end payroll processes. The primary focus of this position will be payroll processing, with additional opportunities to assist with related departmental tasks as needed.

This individual will be supported by 1–2 team members who have general knowledge of the payroll system (Naviline), allowing for collaboration while maintaining independent responsibility for assigned payroll duties.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the timely and accurate processing of payroll in Naviline
• Perform payroll-related data entry, audits, and verifications to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Support submission of non-payday week distributions, including:
• Medical and insurance reports
• CalPERS reports and related documentation
• Review payroll reports, identify discrepancies, and assist with corrections as needed
• Ensure compliance with applicable policies, procedures, and regulations
• Maintain confidentiality of employee payroll and personal information
• Collaborate with payroll and HR staff to support smooth payroll operations
• Provide additional administrative or departmental support as needed, with payroll as the primary focus

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience assisting with or processing payroll
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong understanding of payroll processes and deadlines
• Experience using payroll systems; Naviline experience is highly preferred
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information professionally

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience working in city or municipal government (major plus)
• Familiarity with CalPERS reporting requirements
• Experience with benefits and insurance-related payroll deductions and reporting

Position Details

• Urgency: Immediate need
• Focus: Payroll support
• Work Environment: Collaborative team with system support

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person