Public Works HR Payroll Clerk
Municipal Operations l Public Works
1 Vacancy | Non-Union | Temporary Full-Time (up to 12 months)
Competition # 26-T-79
Located on the historic, 386-kilometreTrent-Severn Waterway in the heart of the Kawartha tourism region, Peterborough is a unique community known for its exceptional quality of life and beautiful setting. The city has been named one of 52 destinations to visit in 2025 by the New York Times.
The City has been shaped by its connection to the waterway, nature, and by the people who call it home. Peterborough is a community of doers and dreamers that are resourceful, passionate, creative and brimming with local pride.
Before it was ever known as Peterborough, this land was called Nogojiwanong – Ojibwe for “the place at the foot of the rapids.” Today, the city remains continuously in motion, guided by a deep sense of community and connection. The City is located on the Treaty 20 Michi Saagiig Anishinaabeg territory and in the traditional territory of the Michi Saagiig and Chippewa Nations, known collectively as the Williams Treaty First Nations.
Job Details
Prepare, input and process all HR and payroll related records for all employees in the Public Works Division. Receive WSIB forms from employees and provide required medical and WSIB forms to employees for completion. Maintain employee bank time information (lieu time, vacation time, sick leave etc.) and all other HR and payroll related paperwork and files. As part of the Public Works office team, provide general customer service, administrative and clerical support for the Division, and back up to the other office staff as required.
Qualifications
Requires a minimum of a 2-year college diploma in business or related field and a combination of one to two years previous and on-the-job experience in payroll or a related field. Additional courses and/or experience in payroll and payroll related database software applications would be an asset. Requires an advanced or intermediate level of word processing, spreadsheet software applications. Must have well developed interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written); strong organization and time management skills; the ability to manage competing priorities and coordinate a number of tasks at one time; and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be a team player with a commitment to quality and customer service.
Salary
Classification for this position: Union CUPE L126
Job Class 7
Hourly Rate: $37.48
Application Information
Qualified applicants are invited to apply through our online portal.
Please submit 1 file containing a résumé and cover letter (ensure your name is in the title of the document), no later than 11:59 p.m. on June 17, 2026.
Any questions can be directed to People & Culture at recruiting@peterborough.ca.
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