Qualifications and Experience High school graduation or the equivalent.

Two years post-secondary education in the Certified Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) or Level 1 & Level 2 from the National Payroll Institute or be actively working toward the designation.

As well, successful PCP candidates must maintain their professional designation by meeting the annual Continuing Qualified Education (CPE) requirements set out by the Institute.

Must have at least five years of recent experience as a full-time payroll or benefits professional, preferably in a large, unionized environment.

Must have at least 5 years experience working with a HRMS/HRIS.

Minimum keyboarding speed of 60 cwpm and 200 cspm.

Above average knowledge, experience, and ability with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Knowledge of privacy legislation and regulations as well as the policies and administrative practices required to protect personal information.

Highly effective verbal, non-verbal and written communication skills as well as extensive knowledge of business, payroll, and benefit terminology.

Highly effective initiative, judgement, organization, communication, and human relation skills.

Ability to manage multiple projects, set priorities, work independently or as part of a closely knit team, perform duties with speed and accuracy and work effectively under pressure with assigned deadlines.

Proven ability to effectively multitask in a fast-paced deadline driven environment, while focusing on accuracy and attention to detail.





Ability to deal with highly confidential and sensitive information with a high degree of diplomacy and confidentiality and diffuse heated conversations.

Assignment: This is a Continuing Full-Time (1.0 FTE) 12-Month CUPE Local 606 position due to commence as soon as possible.

Working Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Wage: The rate of pay for this position is $34.87 per hour based on a 35-hour work week and reflective of an applicable Labour Market Adjustment.

Location: Based out of the District Administration Centre, located at 395 Wakesiah Avenue, Nanaimo.

How to Apply

To submit your application, please click on the apply button next to the job details on the job posting itself (located via: ).

Applications will be accepted until 4:00 PM on Friday November 13, 2026, and should include a cover letter, resume, along with applicable certificates and/or diplomas etc.

Please provide a minimum two professional references from supervisors or managers in a workplace or volunteer setting and please note, all successful candidates of the Nanaimo Ladysmith Public Schools are required to complete a criminal record check.

To all applicants: thank you for your interest, please be advised that only those applicants being considered for shortlisting and/or shortlisted will be contacted.

Nanaimo Ladysmith Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer, committed to merit-based hiring and equitable employment practices.

📌 Payroll and Benefits Specialist (British Columbia)
🏢 York Region District School Board
📍 British Columbia