• Job Description

  Req#: 21867
  Introduction
  
  Are you an analytical thinker with an exceptional eye for detail? Are you passionate about payroll and skilled in providing superior customer service? Are you looking for an opportunity to utilize your skills to make a big impact for the workforce? If so, then apply now for an opportunity to use your skills with an organization that makes a difference.
  
  It is the mission of the Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) to protect the public and ensure that justice is done. Click here to learn more about DOJ.
  
  The Department of Justice (DOJ) Bureau of Human Resources (BHR) provides comprehensive personnel services to the entire organization. We're looking for talented people who are active learners that build strong collaborative relationships and recognize the value different perspectives and experiences bring.
  
  Position Summary
  
  The Bureau of Human Resources is currently looking for a Payroll and Benefits Specialist - Entry or Advanced to join our team of enthusiastic HR professionals.
  
  This position will be headquartered at the Risser Justice Center located at 17 West Main Street, located in the award-winning city of Madison. Learn more about the area here: City of Madison .
  
  Payroll and Benefits Specialist - Entry: Under the close progressing to limited supervision of the Payroll and Benefits Program Supervisor, this position will grow to provide the full range of payroll and benefits services within the Human Resources Bureau. Responsibilities include processing payroll, reviewing and maintaining employee payroll and benefits information, responding to routine employee inquiries, calculating and completing payroll and benefit transactions and documentation, and ensuring information is accurate and maintained in accordance with applicable policies and procedures.
  
  For more information, review the Payroll and Benefits Specialist position description .
  
  Payroll and Benefits Specialist - Advanced: Under the general supervision of the Payroll and Benefits Program Supervisor, this position will provide the full range of payroll and benefits services within the Human Resources Bureau. This position performs highly independent payroll and benefits specialist work focusing on the preparation of departmental bi-weekly payroll, reconciliation of final reports required for payroll and benefits information, , maintenance of payroll and benefits functions such as employee benefit counseling, leave accounting, and insurance administration, training and manual writing for other staff, new employee orientation, as well as other payroll and benefit program activities.
  
  For more information, review the Payroll and Benefits Specialist - Advanced position description .
  
  Salary Information
  
  The Payroll and Benefits Specialist-Entry is in pay schedule 81 and pay range 05. The starting base wage will be between $26.00 - $28.41/hour ($54,080 - $59,082 annually). The Payroll and Benefits Specialist-Advanced is in pay schedule 81 and pay range 04. The starting base wage will be between $29.00 - $37.17/hour ($60,320 - $77,313 annually). The starting pay will be determined depending upon experience and qualifications. Pay for current or former state employees will follow the provisions found in the State of Wisconsin Compensation Plan effective at the time of hire. A 12-month probationary period may be required.
  
  The State of Wisconsin offers amazing benefits , such as:
  • Generous paid time off, including at least 3 1/2 weeks of vacation/personal time, and nine paid holidays.
    • Sick time that rolls over each year with no cap and may be used to pay for healthcare premiums in retirement.
      • Affordable health insurance, dental, vision, life, and more.
        • A top-notch retirement program and optional tax-advantaged 457 retirement plan.
        • A Well Wisconsin program, offering wellness tools and rewards to employees and spouses.
  To learn more about DOJ's total compensation package, please visit our Total Rewards Calculator !
  
  Job Details
  
  This position is eligible for remote work. DOJ offers hybrid remote/office work. If interested in remote work, this can be discussed in more detail during the interview process. The selected employee(s) must report to DOJ's office on the first day of employment. In addition, the employee may need to report to DOJ on short notice as operational needs require. High speed internet access will be required to meet needs of remote work.
  
  The Department of Justice does not sponsor work visas at the time of hire or anytime during employment. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required Employment Eligibility Form I-9.
  
  A background check, including fingerprints, will be completed on applicants prior to selection.
  
  Qualifications
  
  Please clearly address the following in your resume and/or letter of qualifications:
  
  A minimally qualified candidate must have experience with the following:
  • Payroll & Benefits activities such as:
    • Payroll processing (e.g., calculating payroll adjustments, reconciling pay and benefits transactions etc.)
    • Benefits administration (e.g. retirement plans, leave policies, wellness programs, insurance policies, etc.)
    • Auditing (e.g. auditing and reconciling time and attendance reports during payroll processing, benefits auditing yearly and pre-termination).
    • Reviewing, analyzing, and applying the State of Wisconsin payroll and benefits topics, policies, and procedures.
    • Processing workers compensation claims and related risk-management tasks.
    • Providing customer service and maintaining effective working relationships with stakeholders at various levels of an organization.
  • Providing technical assistance and consultation related to payroll and benefits to employees, managers, and other Human Resources professionals (e.g., advice and/or counseling to employees on payroll & benefit options, providing training on payroll and benefits processes, answering questions on fringe benefits etc.).
  • Working with payroll and benefits information system(s) to perform the full range of payroll and benefits program duties cycle (e.g. monitoring automated payroll entries, verifying/entering/auditing transactions, leave reporting and payments, etc.).
  In addition to the minimum qualifications, a well-qualified applicant will also have professional experience in any of the following:
  • Performing payroll & benefits tasks within an organization with 500 or more employees and/or working as a liaison or central point of contact for an organization with multiple geographic sites.
  • Researching, interpreting, and applying policy and procedures and/or contractual language on payroll and benefit programs within local, state, and/or federal entities and/or higher education employers.
  
  How To Apply
  
  The steps to apply online are quick and easy! Your application materials, including your resume and letter of qualifications, are used during our evaluation process to determine your eligibility for further consideration. It is critically important that your application materials clearly describe your experience related to the stated job qualifications. Please review our helpful tips for developing your resume and letter of qualifications and what should be included. Be advised that there will be no opportunity to change your application materials once you have clicked "Submit."
  
  Permanent classified state employees who are eligible for consideration (transfer or voluntary demotion) should complete the application process as described above by the stated deadline.
  
  The WI Department of Justice is committed to providing opportunities to all applicants from all backgrounds. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.
  
  The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. If you are a qualified veteran, please visit the Veterans Employment page for application instructions to be considered for the Veterans Non-Competitive Appointment program.
  
  Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. We appreciate the time and effort it takes to apply for positions. If any questions arise, please contact the DOJ Recruiter email at dojrecruiter@wisdoj.gov .
  
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  Deadline to Apply
  
  The deadline to apply for this job announcement is Sunday, August 30, 2026, at 11:59pm.

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