Payroll Processor - Fiscal Analyst 2 - Non-Permanent - 2026-07373

Title- Payroll Processor

Classification- Fiscal Analyst 2

Job Status- Full-Time – Non-Permanent

Appointment Length- Length – 12 months – October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027
WDFW Program- Financial Services Program
Duty Station- Olympia, Washington – Thurston County

Hybrid/Telework- While this position may offer a hybrid work arrangement, the successful candidate must be available to report to the Olympia, WA headquarters as needed.

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Perform a broad range of complex and time sensitive payroll and benefit functions that directly support all WDFW programs and staff statewide.

Administer payroll services, serving as a key resource for employees and others by administering payroll services and responding to inquiries.

You will also support and coordinate health benefits, long term disability and leave programs, ensuring information is administered accurately and efficiently.

What to Expect:

Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Payroll Processor will,

Process Payroll and Benefits:

• Enter payroll actions as they are received from the Human Resources Department.
• Review and enter required payroll documents into appropriate systems.
• Enter taxable payments to employees into HRMS.
• Print and distribute required payroll documents.
• Research, analyze, audit, and resolve complaints, inquiries and problems dealing with pay, insurance benefits, state retirement, federal and state taxes, and recurring deductions at the request of the employees, agency managers, budget section, human resources, and other state and federal agencies.
• Act as a liaison between Department employees and insurance benefits related matters.
• Provide employees with information on where to locate forms and other requested information or materials, such as PEBB, Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBA), Retirement and Labor & Industries.

Process Timesheets in Total Time:

• Audit and authorize hours entered on timesheets for accuracy related to overtime, compensatory time, exchange time, vacation leave, sick leave, shared leave, and other types of leave taken twice a month during payroll cutoff.
• Verify that employees have leave balances greater or equal to the leave they have recorded.
• Determine if the hours are in accordance with Collective Bargaining Agreements, Washington Administrative Code (WAC) and Revised Code of Washington (RCW).
• Enter corrected timesheets into HRMS and/or Total Time for any retroactive payments and/or overpayments.

Benefits Administration and other duties as assigned:

• Analyze and examine all medical, dental, long-term disability and retirement forms for completeness and accuracy.

• Complete transmittals for transferring employees, filing, completing Verification of Employment forms.

Working Conditions:

Work setting, including hazards:

Schedule:

Travel Requirements: Occasional travel may be required throughout the state to attend training, meetings, and conferences.

Customer Interactions: Large volume of communication with field and office staff by phone, email and in person.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

Option 1: Associate degree in general studies, business, public administration, accounting, economics, statistics, or relevant field.

And

One (1) year of professional experience in accounting, budget, finance, payroll, or public administration.

Option 2: At least six (6) months of experience as a Fiscal Analyst 1.

Option 3: Equivalent experience which is equal to three (3) or more years of professional experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

In addition to the required qualifications, our ideal applicant will possess one or more of the following:

Experience with:

Your application must include the following:

• A completed online application showcasing how your qualifications align with the job requirements.
• An up-to-date resume.
• A cover letter detailing your interest in the position, your relevant skills and experience, and why you are the ideal candidate.
• At least three professional references with current contact information.

In addition to pay and other special employee programs, there are other benefits that WDFW employees may be eligible for. Click the “Benefits” tab at the top of this announcement to learn more.

Important Note:

All new employees must complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9 Form) on their first day of work. If hired for this or any position at WDFW, you will be required to provide documentation proving you are eligible to work in the United States. For a list of acceptable documents, please use the following link:

Union - WFSE:

This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between the State of Washington, Department of Fish and Wildlife and the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE). This recruitment may be used to fill positions in addition to those listed.

Veteran and Military Spouse Preference Notice:

Per RCW 73.16.010 Veterans and qualifying spouses who meet the minimum qualifications of a position are eligible for preference during the initial application review stage. To receive this benefit, please do the following:

• Notify us of your veteran or military spouse status by email at Elizabeth.Bullard@dfw.wa.gov.
• Veterans only – Attach a copy of your DD214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22 or USDVA signed verification of service letter.
  • Please redact any PII (personally identifiable information) data such as social security numbers.
• Subject line must include recruitment number, position, and spouse/veteran (example: 2024-1234 – Biologist 1 – Veteran)
• Include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Employer

As part of WDFW’s efforts to advance respectful and inclusive work environments, the Agency expects inclusivity as part of our professional interactions and communications. Therefore, we want to ensure that all individuals feel welcome, are treated fairly and respectfully. All staff are empowered to fully contribute to serving their work unit, Agency, and the citizens of Washington.

The Department of Fish and Wildlife is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam era veterans and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.

Request an accommodation: Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format please contact Jayme Chase by phone 360-902-2278 or email Jayme.Chase@dfw.wa.gov, or the Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD) at 800-833-6388.

Technical Difficulties: If you are having technical difficulties creating, accessing, or completing your application, please call NEOGOV toll-free at (855) 524-5627 or support@neogov.com.

Other questions: If you have other questions regarding this position, please reach out to Elizabeth.Bullard@dfw.wa.gov and reference job #2026-07373.

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