PAYROLL SPECIALIST - NON UNION

Payroll Specialist: This 1.0 FTE/Full-time position is scheduled to work 8-HR day shifts, Monday through Friday. Compensation: Non-exempt, $28.91/HR - $41.30/HR Benefits: At Mason Health, we are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive benefits package that supports both your professional growth and personal well-being. Whether you are a Part-time or Full-time member: Health & Wellness Benefits: Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance - With employer paid premiums for full-time employees Mental Health & Wellness Resources - Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Talkspace, and the Calm App. Life Insurance Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance Financial Benefits: Retirement/Deferred Compensation Plans - Mason Health contributes 8% of your compensation every pay period when you contribute at least 5%. Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Tuition Assistance Program Approved by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) for student loan repayment programs. Time Off & Work-Life Balance: Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) - Accrue up to 8 hours of PTO every bi-weekly pay period, starting with 5 weeks of PTO and increasing to 7+ weeks after 3 years. Exciting Incentive: Employee Referral Program - Earn up to $7,500 depending on the role. PNW Living: Nestled in the heart of the Pacific Northwest - Shelton offers the perfect balance of work and lifestyle, with access to top outdoor recreation, local dining, and unique attractions. Located near Olympic National Park and Puget Sound, it's a gateway to adventure, surrounded by lush evergreen forests, crisp mountain air, and serene waters. Job Summary: The Payroll Specialist is responsible for accurately and timely processing payroll for employees of the District in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Mason Health supports a diverse workforce including clinical and non-clinical staff, represented and non-represented employees, and shift-based roles operating under complex pay structures. This position ensures payroll activities comply with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including Washington State wage and hour laws, and applicable collective bargaining agreements. The Payroll Specialist works closely with Human Resources to maintain accurate employee data, apply appropriate pay practices, and is responsible for all payroll reporting, audits, and tax filings. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Process bi-weekly/weekly payroll for hospital employees, including salaried, hourly, per diem, and contract staff. Ensure accurate calculation of wages, overtime, shift differentials, on-call pay, bonuses, and retroactive adjustments. Apply and monitor compliance with union agreements as well as federal and Washington State wage and hour laws, including minimum wage, overtime, meal and rest period premiums, and paid leave requirements. Reconcile payroll data, timekeeping systems, and benefits deductions to ensure accuracy and data integrity. Administer payroll transactions related to new hires, terminations, job changes, and leaves of absence, including FMLA, Washington Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML), medical, and military leave. Respond to employee payroll inquiries in a timely and professional manner Prepare payroll reports for management, Finance, audits, and regulatory requirements Coordinates with HR and Finance to ensure accurate employee data, reducing risk and preventing errors or overpayments. Prepares and reconciles payroll tax filings, garnishments, and year-end processes (W-2s) Assists with internal and external payroll audits Other duties, as assigned. Required Education and Experience: Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field. Bachelor's degree is preferred. Minimum of two (2) years of payroll experience, preferably in a healthcare or hospital setting. Minimum of two (2) years of experience processing payroll in a unionized environment Required Licenses, Certifications and/or Registrations: Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC), preferred. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to accurately interpret collective bargaining agreements and apply contractual provisions to payroll transactions in a unionized environment. Familiarity with shift-based schedules, differentials, and on-call pay structures Strong knowledge of payroll laws, wage and hour regulations, and healthcare staffing practices Experience with complex payroll systems and timekeeping software - UKG Preferred High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and confidentiality Proficient in Microsoft Excel and payroll reporting tools Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced, high-volume environment Excellent communication and customer service skills Commitment to accuracy, compliance, and ethical standards Mason Health practices equal employment opportunity towards all workforce members and applicants for employment. Mason Health does not engage in or tolerate any discrimination in the workplace prohibited by applicable local, state, or federal law. Specifically, no workforce member will be discriminated against on the basis of their race, color, sex/gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, religion/creed, age, disability, marital or veteran status, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state or federal law.

Created: 2026-03-04