Northwood Technical College is seeking applications from qualified candidates for a full-time Payroll & Benefits Associate at any of our four campus locations. (Ashland, New Richmond, Rice Lake, or Superior)

The Payroll and Benefits Associate provides day-to-day administrative and operational support to the Talent & Culture division while delivering care and support to both internal and external customers. The position focuses on processing tasks related to the employee life cycle, including new hires, changes, and separations, as well as assisting with regular payroll and benefits processing.

*This position involves duties that could be performed in a remote or off-site environment. Campus-based duties are minimal, requiring in-person availability as needed.

• Actively embody and promote Northwood Tech’s Values:
  • Collaboration – Value relationships that enhance learning and promote economic development.
  • Innovation – Embrace the latest theories and technologies to support student and community success.
  • Excellence – Prioritize high quality education, services, and continuous improvement in a dynamic learning environment.
  • Community – Value our deep connections to our communities by working together to provide solutions through student success.
  • Support – Empower individuals by supporting their success with quality experiences and services designed to meet their needs.
  • Integrity – Uphold honesty and accountability in a diverse, open, and ethical learning and working environment.
  • Respect – Value each individual and approach all interactions mindfully, with civility, empathy, and openness to new and differing ideas.
• Support the operations and responsibilities of Talent & Culture.
• Provide care and support to employees in every interaction through responsive, thoughtful, and personalized service ensuring everyone feels supported and valued.
• Process new hires, changes, and separations, and communicate with supervisors and team members as needed.
• Maintain up-to-date personnel files.
• Process payroll and year-end forms.
• Process employee benefit elections, including mid-year changes and separations.
• Process employment verifications.
• Provide data for divisional metrics.
• Serve as a designated Campus Security Authority (CSA) to receive and report criminal incidents to the Northwood Tech Safety Office by virtue of this role’s responsibilities at the College.
• Other duties as assigned.

Degree & Experience Required:

• Associate’s degree in related field
• Three years related work experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbally
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office suite and the ability to effectively apply technology to tasks and projects
• Ability to contribute to a team environment while maintaining positivity and professionalism
• Strong customer service skills that focus on creative problem solving
• Time management skills that apply organization and prioritization demonstrating the ability to multitask and work independently
• Ability to obtain driver’s license and insurance coverage in accordance with College policy

Preferred:

• Knowledge of HR processes and systems (Anthology, TimeClock Plus, ImageNow, iCIMS)

FY26 Salary - Grade I - $23.79 / hour

Medical, Dental, Vision
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Long Term/Short Term Disability
Life Insurance
Wisconsin Retirement System
403(b)/457(b) Retirement Savings
Paid Holidays
Paid Leave