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Payroll/HR Technician - Internal Only
- Rockport, Texas
- City of Rockport
$24.00 - $27.16 Hourly
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- City Of Rockport
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- Rockport, Maine
- US Customs and Border Protection
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Border Patrol Agent – Up to $60K in Incentives
- Rockport, Texas
- US Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Entry-Level Border Patrol Agent – Up to $60K in Incentives
- Rockport, Indiana
- US Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Border Patrol Agent (GL-9/GS-11) – Up to $60K in Incentives
- Rockport, Texas
- US Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Experienced Border Patrol Agent – Up to $60K in Incentives
- Rockport, Texas
- US Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Entry-Level Border Patrol Agent – Up to $60K in Incentives
- Rockport, Texas
- US Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Border Patrol Agent
- Rockport, Maine
- US Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Border Patrol Agent
- Rockport, Texas
- US Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Border Patrol Agent (GL-9/GS-11) – Up to $60K in Incentives
- Rockport, Maine
- US Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Experienced Border Patrol Agent – Up to $60K in Incentives
- Rockport, Maine
- US Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Border Patrol Agent (GL-9/GS-11) – Up to $60K in Incentives
- Rockport, Indiana
- US Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Experienced Border Patrol Agent – Up to $60K in Incentives
- Rockport, Indiana
- US Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Border Patrol Agent
- Rockport, Indiana
- US Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Border Patrol Agent – Up to $60K in Incentives
- Rockport, Indiana
- US Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Border Patrol Agent – Up to $60K in Incentives
- Rockport, Maine
- US Customs and Border Protection
- Full Time
- Public Safety

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Payroll/HR Technician - Internal Only
- Rockport, Texas United States
- City of Rockport
- Sep 10, 2026
- $24.00 - $27.16 Hourly
City of Rockport

Rockport is known for its endless recreational possibilities and mild weather. Ranked in The 100 Best Small Art Towns of America, and recognized among the top retirements spots in the nation by America's Best Places to Retire. As the City’s Human Resources Department, we partner with all City Departments in providing professional human resource services. Staff works with employees through the pre-employment, employment, and retirement processes. All job openings are posted on the city’s website, and in the newspaper. Applications will be taken only for positions that are open. The City of Rockport is an EOE/ADA employer.
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- $24.00 - $27.16 Hourly
- Sep 10, 2026
Job Description
PAYROLL/HR TECHNICIAN

Where People, Precision & Public Service Come Together

The City of Rockport is looking for an organized, detail-oriented professional to join our team as a Payroll/HR Technician . This position combines the accuracy and accountability of payroll with the people-focused responsibilities of Human Resources. If you enjoy working with numbers, helping employees, solving problems, and keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes, this may be the position for you.

What You’ll Do

Process and reconcile bi-weekly payroll for City employees and City Council, ensuring accuracy and timely completion.

Coordinate recruitment, pre-employment requirements, new hire onboarding, orientation, HRIS setup, and employee separation processes.

Process employee and payroll changes, including new hires, transfers, promotions, compensation changes, stipends, certification pay, retroactive pay, deductions, and vacation sell-backs.

Administer employee benefit transactions, Open Enrollment, qualifying life events, TMRS, FSA, HSA, 457 deferred compensation, and other City-sponsored benefits.

Prepare payroll tax payments and required reporting, including Forms 941 and W-2, TWC reports, Department of Labor reporting, and TMRS contributions.

Administer and maintain employee leave records, including monthly accruals, FMLA, Workers' Compensation, catastrophic leave, and other applicable leave programs.

Process payroll journal entries, direct deposits, wire transfers, child support payments, retirement contributions, grant-funded payroll, and other payroll transactions.

Maintain accurate and confidential personnel, payroll, benefit, and HRIS records throughout the employee lifecycle.

Reconcile health and life insurance premiums, payroll deductions, and retiree benefit invoices; research and resolve discrepancies.

Provide employees and supervisors with guidance regarding payroll, benefits, leave, personnel policies, and HR procedures.

Support employee relations, performance and disciplinary documentation, job descriptions, policy updates, salary research, training, and other HR initiatives.

Assist with payroll, benefit, Workers' Compensation, financial, and other required audits while maintaining strict confidentiality of employee information.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for someone who is dependable, accurate, professional, and comfortable balancing both
payroll and human resources responsibilities.

The ideal candidate will have:

Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.

Knowledge of payroll processing, reconciliation, payroll taxes, deductions, and reporting.

Knowledge of human resources practices, employee benefits, personnel records, and leave administration.

Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and meet strict deadlines.

Strong interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to work professionally with employees, supervisors, retirees, vendors, and governmental agencies.

Proficiency with computers, HR/payroll systems, and job-related software.

The ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain strict confidentiality.

Work Environment

This position is primarily performed in a professional office environment and involves frequent computer use and interaction with employees, supervisors, department directors, applicants, retirees, benefit providers, financial institutions, and governmental agencies.

The position requires the ability to manage recurring payroll and reporting deadlines while maintaining a high degree of accuracy, organization, professionalism, and confidentiality. Work is generally performed while sitting or standing at a desk or table, with occasional lifting of light objects.

Minimum Requirements

Associate degree in Human Resources, Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.

In lieu of an Associate degree, a minimum of three years of progressively responsible experience in payroll, human resources, accounting, benefits administration, or a related field may be considered.

Municipal or governmental payroll and human resources experience is preferred.

Experience with payroll tax reporting, payroll reconciliation, employee benefits, TMRS, TWC reporting, and HR/payroll systems is preferred.

Must be able to maintain confidentiality and appropriately handle sensitive payroll, personnel, benefit, medical, and employee information.

Ready to put your payroll skills and people skills to work? Join the City of Rockport team!

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City of Rockport

Rockport is known for its endless recreational possibilities and mild weather. Ranked in The 100 Best Small Art Towns of America, and recognized among the top retirements spots in the nation by America's Best Places to Retire.

As the City’s Human Resources Department, we partner with all City Departments in providing professional human resource services. Staff works with employees through the pre-employment, employment, and retirement processes. All job openings are posted on the city’s website, and in the newspaper. Applications will be taken only for positions that are open. The City of Rockport is an EOE/ADA employer.
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