Job Description

JOB INFORMATION
Job Title: Payroll Services Specialist
Job Requisition ID: 84885

Legislative Office: Office of the Auditor General of Alberta
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full-Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Permanent
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: June 30, 2026
Classification: Administration 1 (01E2AA) – Bargaining Unit Excluded
Salary: ​(Min - $2,316.22 ) to (Max - $3,015.06) bi-weekly ($60,453 - $78,693 annually)

WHO WE ARE

We are an office of 150 professionals mandated by the Auditor General Act to examine and report publicly on the Government of Alberta’s management of the public resources. We report directly to the 87 Members of the Legislative Assembly of Alberta, and through them, we serve the more than five million people who call Alberta home.

WHAT WE DO

We are the auditors of the province’s consolidated financial statements, and most provincial agencies, boards, commissions, and regulated funds. We audit so that we can report on how well the government is managing its responsibilities and the province’s resources. We provide independent assurance to Albertans that public money is properly accounted for and provides value.

ROLE

Reporting to a Human Resources Manager and having a “dotted line” report to the Payroll Services Lead, the Payroll Services Specialist supports pay and benefits services for approximately 150 opted out and excluded salary, wage, contract, bargaining unit-excluded, and management employees.

Using the SAP-based 1GX HCM payroll and reporting systems as well as Tenrox time administration and related systems and software, you’ll process end-to-end payroll transactions including maintaining accurate employee records, handling employee inquiries, and ensuring compliance with organizational policies and Government of Alberta directives, regulations, and Acts. This role supports Human Resources processes related to commencements, promotions, transfers, classification changes, leaves of absence, and terminations. At the OAG, you’ll have the opportunity to experience all aspects of pay and benefits and time and leaves, from onboarding to termination.

As the ideal candidate, you exercise professionalism, confidentiality, and strong attention to detail while working in a collaborative team environment. Problem solving, time management, and your demonstrated ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships will allow you to effectively perform the duties of this role.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• 1-year related certificate or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 4 years progressive Government of Alberta pay and benefits experience.
• Knowledge of HCM 1GX and related software payroll systems.
• Full working knowledge of payroll and benefits regulations and related legislation including Public Service Act and Regulations, Public Service Commission Directives, Payroll and Pension policy.
• Strong understanding of Human Resources processes and terminology, payroll and benefits processes and procedures, including eligibility and enrollment rules.

Assets:

• Public Service Pension and Management Service Pension Plans experience
• Long Term Disability Income experience
• Payroll Compliance Professional designation from the National Payroll Institute
• Tenrox time entry software experience
• Microsoft SharePoint and 365 applications experience
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Related government experience

COMPENSATION

• $2,316.22 - $3,015.06 bi-weekly ($60,453 - $78,693 annually)
• Compensated overtime, and acting pay for Payroll Services Lead cover-off as required
• All benefits, leaves, and service will transfer from Government of Alberta for existing employees
• First-year vacation grant for new Government of Alberta hires; vacation earned each month
• Paid statutory holidays following Government of Alberta leave directives, including Christmas Closure
• Comprehensive benefits plan: 1stChoice Benefits Handbook
• Public Service Pension Plan
• Health Spending Account (HSA)

NOTES

• Final candidates for this position will be asked to undergo security clearance.
• Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
• This role is for the Edmonton office, working 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with overtime as required.

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit your resume and cover letter below outlining why you want to work for the Office of the Auditor General and how you will contribute to the success of the payroll team and our organization. Effective communication skills are essential for this role, and your cover letter and resume will be used to assess your written communication.

If you are a qualified candidate, please save your file as first and last name – Payroll Services Specialist and include your cover letter and resume as one file.

We thank all candidates for their interest in our organization; however, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

The Office of the Auditor General is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity, inclusion, and innovation are valued and supported. For more information on diversity and inclusion, please visit https://www.alberta.ca/diversity-inclusion-policy

It is recommended that applicants who have obtained educational credentials from outside of Canada and have not had them previously assessed, obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS). Applicants should include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application, if applicable.

If you would like further information, please email us at employment@oag.ab.ca