Payroll & Benefits Specialist; Advanced

Join an organization that strives to exceed customer expectations by delivering efficient, high-quality state government services. The Department of Administration (DOA) provides direct services to state agency customers and designs and leads initiatives to make government more innovative and cost-effective. Working at DOA offers you the opportunity to make an impact on the quality of life in Wisconsin. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging are core values at DOA that guide how we build our teams, develop our leaders, and create a culture that empowers everyone to be their authentic selves.

The Division of Personnel Management, Human Resources Region 2, is seeking to fill a Payroll position. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship) at the time of application. Region 2 will conduct criminal background checks on applicants prior to selection. Upon hire, all new employees in Region 2 are subject to fingerprinting.

Qualifications

• Performing payroll and/or benefit administration functions, including processing biweekly payroll, auditing and reconciling payroll transactions and adjustments, and reconciling benefit-related transactions.
• Interpreting, developing, and updating policies related to payroll and/or benefit administration.
• Utilizing Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS) for payroll or benefit administration (e.g., PeopleSoft, Kronos, ADP).
• Preparing and managing professional documents and materials, such as reports, spreadsheets, and memoranda.

In addition to the above and to be considered at the Advanced level, well qualified applicants will have experience:

• Using PeopleSoft to process payroll and/or benefit activities.
• Performing payroll and benefit functions within an organization of 200 or more employees.
• Working with the State of Wisconsin payroll and benefits processes, policies, and procedures.
• Serving as a liaison or primary point of contact for an organization with multiple geographic locations.

How To Apply

To apply, click on “Apply for Job” to start the application process. Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application. Permanent classified employees who are eligible for consideration as a transfer or voluntary demotion must complete the application process in order to be considered. Applicants should attach a letter of qualification and resume detailing their training and experience relating to the qualifications mentioned above. It is not necessary to include references at this time. Your letter of qualification and resume will be evaluated and is considered the assessment for this position. Your letter of qualification and resume should be limited to a maximum of two pages each. Your submission will be evaluated by one or more job experts. The most eligible candidates will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.

Questions can be directed to Phia Vang, Human Resources Specialist at Phia.Vang@wisconsin.gov. The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. The State of Wisconsin offers a program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. Qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability should send their cover letter, resume, DD-214, and documentation of their service-connected disability rating (dated within 12-months) to the HR Specialist: Phia.Vang@wisconsin.gov. Current State employees are not eligible for non-competitive appointment.

Deadline to Apply

Online applications and materials must be submitted by 11:59pm on May 7, 2026.