Payroll/Benefits Technician Lead (8 hr day)

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Coordinator Ill of Payroll and Benefits, the Payroll/Benefits Technician Lead is part of a payroll career path that coordinates and participates in the auditing, preparation, processing, maintenance, and reconciliation of certificated and classified payroll and employee benefits programs.


The Payroll/Benefits Technician Lead performs advanced and complex payroll, benefits, retirement, leave administration, and payroll accounting duties to ensure accurate employee compensation and compliance with applicable laws, regulations, collective bargaining agreements, and District policies. Serves as a lead by assigning, prioritizing, and reviewing workflow; conducting audits and quality control reviews; providing technical assistance and training; and maintaining related records, reconciliations, and reports.


The Payroll/Benefits Technician Lead is expected to be capable of performing all of the requirements and job duties in the Payroll/Benefits Technician job description.


Requirements / Qualifications

• Letter of Introduction
• Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 Current Letters of Recommendation Required)
• Resume
• Typing Certificate (Issued within the last two years, for 40 wpm. Must include the name, address, and phone number of the issuing agency along with the net wpm and length of test (3-minute minimum). Typing certificates from web-based programs are not accepted. NUSD Human Resources Department offers typing tests (free of charge) at the district office. If interested, please email View email address on click.appcast.io or call View phone number on click.appcast.io to schedule an appointment.)

Comments and Other Information

Why join Natomas Unified as a Classified Employee?


Competitive and growing salaries!
*$1000 annual stipend for a Master's Degree
*Move a step each year on the salary schedule
*Bilingual stipend for designated employees
*Longevity at 10+ years of service


We care about your well-being!
*NUSD offers excellent health & welfare benefits that include a fully-funded option for the employee, with fully funded options for the employee and their family beginning in July 2026.
*Paid sick leave & other options for leave to use when needed, including 20 days of paid pregnancy disability leave
*Access to our Employee Assistance Program
*Paid vacation and holidays (for 11 & 12-month employees)


We care about your growth and future!
*Promotional opportunities
*Paid professional development opportunities
*Reimbursement on approved credit/units
*Access to our Diverse Future Teacher Program
*Public Retirement System


Natomas Unified School District is recruiting committed, collaborative, caring, and exemplary employees who are eager to provide an engaging and safe learning community for all students.


Our Goals
• Maximize Academic Growth, Responsibility, and Achievement for Each Student.
• Cultivate the Social-Emotional Well-Being of Each Student.
• Create a Safe, Engaging Environment Where Students Connect to School.
• Engage Parents and Families to Support Student Success.
• Hire, Train, and Retain High Quality Staff.


Important to know about NUSD:
• NUSD has been recognized as the 2nd most diverse school district in the nation.
• NUSD serves a growing community located with access to many recreational, cultural, and civic activities.
• We utilize technology to provide instructional leadership, assess student performance, and communicate effectively.
• Family options and choices are being championed districtwide as exemplified by the International Baccalaureate(IB), AP, AVID, and College/Career Pathways offered at specific sites.
• A Chromebook is provided for every student to use during daily instruction.
• Opportunities are provided to all staff for ongoing professional development in order to facilitate our ability to provide services that meet the diverse needs of our students.
• Leadership pathways are available to capture exemplary talent and develop professional potential.


We encourage you to explore Natomas Unified School District by visiting us at and feel free to contact us if you have any questions.


We are an equal-opportunity employer and are committed to broadening the diversity of our workplace. All applications and resumes are welcome. The Natomas Unified School District is determined to provide district employees, interns, volunteers, and job applicants a safe, positive environment where they are assured of full and equal employment access and opportunities, protection from harassment or intimidation, and freedom from any fear of reprisal or retribution for asserting their employment rights in accordance with the law. No district employee, and, to the extent required by law, interns, volunteers, and job applicants shall be discriminated against or harassed by any coworker, supervisor, manager, or another person with whom the employee comes in contact in the course of employment, on the basis of the actual or perceived race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, or sexual orientation or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. For concerns regarding discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or bullying in employment, you should immediately contact the Coordinator III - Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io, View email address on click.appcast.io or 1901 Arena Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95834. A copy of Natomas Unified School District's uniform complaint policy and non-discrimination policy are available upon request.