Payroll Manager (Effective 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR)

Tucson Unified School District • Tucson, AZ

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Payroll Manager directs, supervises, manages, plans, develops, interprets, and implements payroll and compensation programs and activities. The position ensures consistent application of and compliance with District policies and procedures and applicable federal and state regulations and legislation. The Payroll Manager ensures the payroll process is complete and accurate.

This is an exempt, 12-month position at the District Office, with a 1.0 FTE schedule of 8 hours per day. The role is effective for the 2026–2027 school year.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Management, Accounting, Public Administration, Business, or a related field.
• Five years of professional payroll experience.
• Three years of supervisory experience.
• Any equivalent combination of experience, training, or education.
• Knowledge of the Uniform System of Financial Records (USFR) and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Experience with federal and state employment tax laws and regulations.
• Knowledge and ability to use word-processing, database, and spreadsheet programs.
• Verbal and written communication skills in English, with demonstrated ability to read and comprehend written, graphic, and oral instructions.
• Before starting, pass an FBI fingerprint background check.
• Before starting, provide proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles), or proof of MMR immunization.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with the Infinite Visions System.
• American Payroll Association (APA) Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) or Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification.
• Experience in salary administration, payroll, benefits, and retirement policies and procedures, especially with the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS).

Responsibilities

• Direct, supervise, manage, plan, develop, interpret, and implement payroll and compensation programs and activities.
• Ensure consistent application of and compliance with District policies and procedures and applicable federal and state regulations and legislation.
• Ensure the payroll process is complete and accurate.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager