Payroll Technician

The University of Alaska is seeking to hire a diligent and accurate Payroll Technician to support our payroll function. You will be responsible for all the data entry related to the payroll process, and must ensure the tasks are performed on time and are accurate. The Payroll Department supports around 6,000 employees, where the team works collaboratively to successfully process bi-weekly payrolls.

As our Payroll Technician, you’ll help ensure accurate and timely payroll processing for employees across the UA system. This includes calculating, verifying and deducting appropriate payroll deductions including tax with holdings, benefits elections, and other garnishments. In this role we’ll rely on you to research and resolve any pay or tax‑related discrepancies or inquiries. If you are looking to grow in HR, the Payroll Team is a great place to start with on the job training.

To thrive in this role, you will need to be detail oriented and committed to excellence. You will need to have a solid understanding of payroll procedures, rules and regulations, coupled with analytical and problem‑solving skills.

Minimum Qualifications:

One year college coursework in human resources, and two years of technical human resources experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Position Details:

This is a full‑time, non‑exempt staff position complete with a competitive salary and full employee benefits package. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage. New hires will be placed on the UA Staff Salary Schedule, Grade 77, based on education and experience.

Please upload a cover letter, resume, and the names and contact information for three (3) professional references with your application.

We review applications on a rolling basis. Because we may close the posting once a sufficient pool of qualified candidates is established, we encourage early submission. Please note that once a viable pool is identified, further applications may not be reviewed.

The University of Alaska (UA) requires employees to work on‑site based on operational and business needs. Hybrid and remote work arrangements may be considered only for positions specifically designated and advertised as eligible for hybrid or remote work. Any approved arrangement will be based on the position’s duties, operational needs, and the employee’s ability to effectively perform the work remotely.

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If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Sarah Randazzo, Signers' Business Office HR Coordinator, at sjrandazzo.

This position is part of a bargaining unit represented by the Coalition of Alaska University Staff for Equity (CAUSE)-UAW.

This is a term‑funded position reviewed annually for contract renewal at the University’s discretion.

To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.

The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the ADA team at ua-ada.

The University of Alaska is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational Institution. The University is committed to a policy of non‑discrimination against individuals on the basis of any legally protected status.

The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.

Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.

All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business.