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Overview

School District No. 5 (Southeast Kootenay) is seeking a Payroll & Benefits Coordinator for its Cranbrook Board Office in East Kootenay, British Columbia. This is a full-time on-site role focused on payroll processing, benefits administration, pension handling, and related compliance work within a public-sector environment.

The role sits under the general supervision of the Manager of Payroll & Benefits and is responsible for ensuring payroll and employee benefit matters are handled accurately, on time, and in line with regulatory, contractual, and district requirements.

Compensation and benefits

The salary range for this position is $75,295 to $94,119. A competitive benefits package and pension are offered.

Application timing

Applications received by noon on August 4, 2026 will receive first consideration. The posting will stay open until the position is filled.

About the region

The district highlights the East Kootenays as a place offering a mix of urban amenities and outdoor living, including skiing, arts, camping, fishing, and access to multiple communities and schools. Candidates considering relocation may find a range of lifestyle options across Cranbrook, Elkford, and nearby areas.

Role summary

This position prepares payroll for teaching and non-teaching employees while making sure payroll and benefit administration aligns with collective agreements, contracts, statutory rules, Ministry guidance, and internal policies.

Key duties

Handle all areas of municipal and teacher pension administration tied to employment, including enrolments, annual reporting, service purchases, and separation processing.
Ensure payroll is processed accurately and employees are paid in a timely and fully accountable manner.
Manage benefit setup, reconciliation, and administration for dental, extended health, life insurance, AD&D, STD, LTD, and WSBC.
Oversee benefit and payment matters for employees who are on leave.
Support family members of deceased employees with life insurance, pension, and benefit matters.
Track and confirm employee leave accruals such as vacation, sick leave, and other payroll bank balances.
Prepare annual pension filings, records of employment, and T4s.
Submit remittances and regulatory filings to external bodies such as the Pension Corporation, Canada Revenue Agency, Service Canada, and benefit providers.
Administer garnishments, termination pay, and severance matters.
Apply collective agreements, employment contracts, legislation, ministry requirements, and district policies in day-to-day work.
Assign work to office clerical staff as directed, provide training on required procedures, and review completed work for accuracy.
Carry out other related duties as assigned.

Required qualifications

Completion of Grade 12 or an equivalent credential.
A valid British Columbia driver’s licence may be required.
A two-year Business Administration Diploma, or second-year standing in the Chartered Professional Accountant program, or equivalent education and experience, supported by courses from the National Payroll Institute.
Payroll Compliance Professional (PCP) certification from the National Payroll Institute.
At least five years of training and experience using a computerized payroll system in a complex, unionized public-sector setting, including benefits and public-sector pension administration.
Intermediate Excel ability, along with strong written and verbal communication skills.
Experience with database management and electronic records management.

Core competencies

Clear oral and written communication.
Ability to work with mathematical and statistical concepts.
Self-directed work style with flexibility and independence.
Problem-solving ability relevant to payroll and benefits work.
Strong confidentiality and discretion.
Comfort working under pressure, handling multiple priorities, and meeting deadlines.
Ability to prepare detailed technical and specialized reports.
Capacity to interpret and apply collective agreements, employment contracts, benefit plans, legislation, and ministry guidelines.
Professional integrity and commitment to the best interests of the district and Board of Education.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Ability to build positive working relationships with staff, leadership, benefit carriers, and government agencies.

Additional information

This opportunity is based at the Cranbrook Board Office. The position is intended for an experienced payroll and benefits professional with knowledge of public-sector pension and benefit administration in a unionized environment.

Payroll & Benefits Coordinator