Payroll & Benefits

DeAnn Handschke, Payroll Manager
Email (715) 852-3026
Directs and supervises preparation, recording and disbursement of all wages, salaries and various payroll transactions. Ensures that all payrolls and related reports are completed in timely fashion, maintaining official payroll records and that the district’s payroll activities are compliant with all applicable regulations. Payroll Manager also ensures compliance and proper administration of the district’s employee benefit programs, and other varied functions. Also a great resource for our Self-Funded Insurance.

Rick Funk, HRIS and Data Specialist
Email (715) 852-3130
Develops and implements the HR Management Information System, position budgeting, report writing, and salary/benefit computations.

Jenny Gilbertson, Payroll Specialist
Email (715) 852-3029
Specializes in assisting employees with direct deposit, leave balances (sick, vacation, personal), short term disability, child support, and garnishments. Also an excellent resource for time card questions. 

Nicole Schlieve, Payroll Specialist
Email (715) 852-3027
Specializes in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) and medical, dental, vision and life insurance for active employees. Also a great resource for questions on the HRA and Bridge.

Vanessa Hebert, Payroll Specialist
Email (715) 852-3028
Specializes in the district's flexible spending programs, 403B/457 programs (tax sheltered annuities), long term disability and retiree address changes. Processes post retirement benefits for retired employees. Also an excellent resource for time card questions. 

Micah Sessler, Payroll Specialist
Email (715) 852-3048
Processes employee time cards, completes employment verifications and handles payroll for summer school. Also an excellent resource for timecard questions and name changes.