Human Resource Payroll Administrator - Eligibility List

About Us

The Public Service Commission (PSC) is the central human resource agency for the Government of Saskatchewan. The Commission provides leadership and policy direction to all ministries to enable a high-performing and innovative professional public service. The PSC is committed to nurturing an inclusive and diverse public service that truly represents the citizens it serves. This dedication is demonstrated through active efforts to attract and retain a workforce that reflects the community while advancing the path to Truth and Reconciliation.

The Human Resource Service Centre (HRSC) provides payroll, human resource and benefits administration services and general HR information support to clients representing all government ministries and several smaller organizations within the Government of Saskatchewan.

The Opportunity

The HRSC is seeking multiple analytical, resourceful, detail-oriented payroll professionals to join us as Human Resource Payroll Administrators (HRPA) in a term opportunity greater than 9 months. As a dedicated team member, you will work collaboratively with clients and colleagues from Benefit Services and Payroll Services to ensure the accurate processing of Government-wide employee payroll and administration.

As an HRPA, you will:

• Enter, verify, and update employee information using a human resource information system including the end-to-end processing of, but not limited to, new hire commencements, salary adjustments, changes to employment, and terminations.
• Calculate and process a wide variety of payroll and benefit transactions.
• Ensure payroll compliance by following provincial and federal legislation, regulations, policies and collective bargaining agreements.
• Investigate and correct errors made in payroll and human resource administration.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll and human resource information.

Ideal Candidate

To be successful in the role, you will have:

• The ability to understand, and apply various policies, and collective bargaining agreements.
• The ability to create, update, retrieve, and format data utilizing spreadsheets, word processing, and database applications with speed and accuracy.
• The ability to accurately perform complex mathematical calculations with accuracy and within deadlines – manually and electronically.
• A high level of accuracy, attention to detail, organizational and time management skills to successfully manage a high volume of work within tight deadlines.
• The ability to solve problems by providing options, recommendations, and/or responses to various requests and transactions.
• The ability to work independently and as a contributing team member to support a positive work environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to provide exceptional client service over the phone, in person and through written communication.
• The ability to support others in reaching shared goals through effective communication and problem-solving.

This role leverages your payroll knowledge and experience, obtained through a combination of education and/or work experience such as:

• Payroll, performing benefits and/or administration, with a strong focus on client service; or
• Obtained or working towards The National Payroll Institute – Payroll Compliance Practitioner Certification (PCP) would be an asset.
• Experience in or understanding of unionized environments would be considered an asset.

What We Offer:

In addition to offering dynamic, challenging work for talented individuals, the Government of Saskatchewan also provides:

• A competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package including pension
• Elder/Knowledge Keeper Services available through our Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Vacation, earned days off (EDO) and other types of leaves
• Diverse and inclusive work environments such as an Indigenous employee network
• Career advancement and development opportunities.

The successful candidate will demonstrate the Saskatchewan Public Service core values of respect and integrity; serving citizens, practicing excellence and innovation; and acting as One Team, including participating in, and contributing to an inclusive workplace culture.

This posting will be used to fill current vacancies as well as future vacancies for up to six months as they arise.Hours of Work: A - SGEU Office 36 - one day off every two weeks

Criminal Record Check Requirement: The successful candidate shall be subject to a Criminal Record Check as a condition of employment.

Employment Type: SGEU Term 9 months or more

Salary Range: $26.002 - $32.589 Hourly

Grade: SGEU.06.

Number of Openings: 20

Closing Date: Aug 30, 2025,11:59:00 PM