Payroll & Benefits
Payroll & Benefits
The Payroll Department manages all aspects of Payroll & Benefits for all active and retired employees of the Eau Claire Area School District.
PAYROLL & BENEFIT LINKS
2025-26 ECASD Benefits Guide
WEB LINKS
TSACG - 403b
Salary Schedules
Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS)
Frontline - Absence Management (Aesop)
Meet your Payroll & Benefits Team
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. The Payroll Manager ensures compliance and proper administration of the district’s employee benefit programs serving as the main contact for the District's Self-Funded Medical plan.
Rick Funk, HRIS and Data Specialist
Email (715) 852-3130
Develops and implements the HR Management Information System, processes salary/benefit computations, position budgeting, and report writing.
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 Plans.
Vanessa Hebert, Payroll Specialist
Email (715) 852-3028
Specializes in the district's flexible spending programs, 403B/457 programs (tax sheltered annuities), short-term disability, long-term disability and retiree address changes. Processes post-retirement benefits for retired employees. Also an excellent resource for timecard questions and verification of employment.
Micah Sessler, Payroll Specialist
Email (715) 852-3029
Processes employee timecards, completes employment verifications and handles payroll for summer school. Specializes in assisting employees with direct deposit, leave balances (sick, vacation, personal), child support, and garnishments. Specializes in the voluntary accident and critical illness insurances and an excellent resource for timecard questions and name changes.
