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Job Summary

The Payroll Specialist performs a wide variety of payroll processing activities to ensure the timely and accurate payment of employees. The Payroll Specialist is closely supervised and is an entry-level position typically requiring little to no prior experience. The position works with all levels of the organization to answer questions regarding paychecks, timecards, policies related to Payroll, and other programs that may affect paychecks. The Payroll Specialist provides superior customer service in accordance with the Denver Health standards of behavior.


Essential Functions:

• Performs weekly and biweekly payroll processes at the instruction of the Payroll Manager and/or the Payroll Lead Analyst. Reviews entries of peers for accuracy, assists co-workers as needed, and ensures all items on checklist have been audited and completed prior to processing. (70%)
• Maintains a thorough knowledge of all payroll functions performed by Denver Health. Must be willing to cross-train on all duties assigned by Payroll Manager or Payroll Lead Analyst. (15%)
• Supports all employees, both current and former, vendors, and other outside callers, by addressing questions and/or concerns related to payroll in a timely, efficient, and effective manner. Provides clear and concise explanations. Treats all customers with courtesy and respect, following the guidance of the Payroll Manager, Payroll Lead Analyst, and the direction provided in the Denver Health Standards of Behavior. (15%)

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED High School Diploma or GED Required

Work Experience:

• less than 1 year Limited job knowledge of payroll practices and procedures. Entry-level position. Required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Some knowledge of payroll functions, processing procedures, and payroll systems and software are preferred but not required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality with all Payroll and HR Information, HIPAA and Private Health Information (PHI) related to Denver Health employees, both current and former.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite preferred.
• Knowledge of payroll systems/software and timekeeping software preferred.
• Workday and/or API Health Care knowledge preferred.

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Benefits

• Outstanding benefits including up to 27 paid days off per year, immediate retirement plan employer contribution up to 9.5%, and generous medical plans

• Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)

• On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes

• Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more

• Tuition reimbursement & assistance

• Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching

• Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program 

• National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer

Our Values

• Respect

• Belonging

• Accountability

• Transparency

All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made.

Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic health care system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver’s 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, a Public Health Institute, an HMO and The Denver Health Foundation.

As Colorado’s primary, and essential, safety-net institution, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided billions in uncompensated care for the uninsured. Denver Health is viewed as an Anchor Institution for the community, focusing on hiring and purchasing locally as applicable, serving as a pillar for community needs, and caring for more than 185,000 individuals and 67,000 children a year.

Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.

Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community.

Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.