Position: Payroll Technician
Posting Type: External
Status: 1 full time, vacant position
Hours of work: 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday
Compensation Level: $66,341 - $88,454
Application Opening: September 15, 2026
Application Deadline: September 29, 2026

The Brantford Police Service is currently accepting applications for a full-time Payroll Technician.

PURPOSE OF POSITION
Under the direction of the Supervisor of Finance and Administration, the Payroll Technician plays a crucial role in ensuring the accurate and timely processing of payroll for our members. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing payroll functions, processing employee time and attendance data, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, policies, and collective agreements.

All members of the Finance team are expected to cross train in order to provide support in other areas of the Finance section in the event of absences.

Shall, in the performance of duties, respect and protect human dignity and maintain and uphold the human rights of all persons.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Management of the Service’s scheduling system (InTime)

Process and reconcile payroll transactions accurately and in a timely manner

Collaborate with HR and other departments/units to resolve payroll or scheduling related issues

Calculate and process special pay adjustments, overtime, and other relevant payroll elements

Prepare payroll reports for management and conduct regular audits to ensure data accuracy

Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll/scheduling matters in a professional and timely manner

Other duties as required and/or assigned

NOTE: The duties listed are not set forth for the purpose of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties to be performed under the position title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee's normal line of work.





KNOWLEDGE

Post-secondary degree in Business or 3-year diploma in Business Administration

At least 2 years of relevant work experience in payroll processing, preferably in a law enforcement or government setting

Strong understanding of payroll principles

Proficient in the use of payroll/scheduling software and MS Office applications

SKILLS

Excellent oral and written communication skills

A problem solver who thinks outside of the box with innovative solutions

Excellent attention to detail and high level of accuracy in data entry

Strong organizational and time-management skill

Aptitude to learn new software and systems

ABILITIES

Ability to be adaptable in an organization undergoing significant change, diversification and modernization

Ability to exercise good judgment and make good decisionsAbility to learn, understand and establish a good working knowledge of the organizational structure, routine orders, policy and procedures

Ability to observe, retain and prepare clear, concise and accurate reports and operate general office equipment

Ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels of comprehension and to handle the public with courtesy and authority

Must be capable of handling multi-tasks, produce work under strict and definitive deadlines

Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information

Brantford Police Service does not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) enabled tools in the selection or hiring process. Hiring decisions are made by humans based on job-related criteria. Personal information submitted will be used only for the purposes of this competition in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Privacy Act. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented groups. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

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📌 Payroll Technician - External (Ontario)
🏢 Brantford Police Service
📍 Ontario