Personnel Associate II (Payroll Coordinator)

Montana Tech•Butte, MT

3d•$22

About The Position

Personnel Associate II (Payroll Coordinator) Department: Budget & Human Services Employment Detail: Full-Time Hiring Zone: $21.641/hour DOE Internal Only Applications received by April 7, 2026 will be guaranteed full review and consideration. Applications received after that date may be considered until an adequate applicant pool has been established. Montana Technological University provides a comprehensive benefits package for all eligible positions that includes health, dental and vision insurance, mandatory retirement plan with employer contribution, partial tuition waiver, and a wellness program. DUTIES: Payroll, Responsible for managing all aspects of payroll processing for approximately 1,000 employees, including 500 classified and professional staff and 500 student workers, on a bi-weekly schedule. This position requires a high level of accuracy, discretion, and initiative and will serve as the primary point of contact for payroll-related inquiries. Working independently and collaboratively with the Payroll and Benefits Supervisor and Human Resources, this role supports timely and compliant payroll operations, provides training to employees on payroll policies and systems, and ensures proper documentation and data integrity across all payroll functions. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma or equivalent Payroll or Accounting knowledge or experience Working knowledge of integrated information systems, word processing, spreadsheets, email, and database software (applicants will be evaluated on the following list) Applicants should enjoy and/or be skilled at: Prioritizing workloads, being organized, multi-tasking, and managing time effectively Communicating effectively orally and in writing with a wide variety of individuals with diverse backgrounds Providing exceptional, professional customer service in all situations and settings Developing and maintaining positive, professional, trust-based relationships with colleagues Performing basic mathematical calculations, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division and fractions Paying attention to detail in order to achieve the highest level of accuracy Using sound judgment, problem-solving and troubleshooting Addressing unclear situations and information positively, openly, and thoughtfully Maintaining complete confidentially with all payroll/personnel information discussed, processed, and received Analyzing information and determining an appropriate course of action PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Accounting or related field Experience with Banner For full consideration application materials must be complete. Please include a Letter of Interest – addressing your qualifications and experience which will be evaluated related to each item in the above list of things you should “enjoy and/or be skilled at” in order to fulfill the position., a detailed resume and contact information for 3 professional references Newly graduated individuals may provide contact information for three (3) educational or volunteer experience references if you have limited or no professional references. For full consideration application materials must be complete. Please include: Cover letter addressing qualifications, Resume Contact information for 3 professional references. Any offer of employment is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Payroll or Accounting knowledge or experience
Working knowledge of integrated information systems, word processing, spreadsheets, email, and database software
Prioritizing workloads, being organized, multi-tasking, and managing time effectively
Communicating effectively orally and in writing with a wide variety of individuals with diverse backgrounds
Providing exceptional, professional customer service in all situations and settings
Developing and maintaining positive, professional, trust-based relationships with colleagues
Performing basic mathematical calculations, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division and fractions
Paying attention to detail in order to achieve the highest level of accuracy
Using sound judgment, problem-solving and troubleshooting
Addressing unclear situations and information positively, openly, and thoughtfully
Maintaining complete confidentially with all payroll/personnel information discussed, processed, and received
Analyzing information and determining an appropriate course of action

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Accounting or related field
Experience with Banner

Responsibilities

Responsible for managing all aspects of payroll processing for approximately 1,000 employees, including 500 classified and professional staff and 500 student workers, on a bi-weekly schedule.
Serve as the primary point of contact for payroll-related inquiries.
Supports timely and compliant payroll operations
Provides training to employees on payroll policies and systems
Ensures proper documentation and data integrity across all payroll functions.

Benefits

health, dental and vision insurance
mandatory retirement plan with employer contribution
partial tuition waiver
wellness program
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with low deductibles and comprehensive coverage.
Generous employer contribution toward monthly health care benefits worth $6.08 per hour.
5.9% retirement employer contribution for eligible employees
11 Holidays per year
3 weeks of Annual Leave to start
Generous sick leave policy that can be used for sick children, doctor and dentist appointments as well as bereavement.
6 credits of coursework free per year (fees not included)
Life and Disability Insurance
Reduced tuition for dependents after 4 months of employment for eligible employees
Employee Assistance and a Wellness Program
Optional Retirement Plan for eligible employees
Possible remote work days with supervisor approval and eligible positions.