Job Description

Posting number: BFS FA2_N1655_2026

Department: Washington State Patrol

Division: Budget & Fiscal Services

Job classification: FISCAL ANALYST 2

Posting type: Open & Promotional

Categories: Clerical & Data Entry, Accounting and Finance

Summary

If you answer YES to any of these questions this is the perfect opportunity for you!

• Are you a self-starter with an interest in accounting and public service?
• Do you thrive in a team environment?
• Do you want a position with career growth opportunities?

About the Agency & Division: The Washington State Patrol is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer and strives to foster an environment in which everyone is encouraged to be their authentic selves, communicate openly, and act with courage. The WSP is dedicated to promoting fair and equitable hiring, training, and promotional practices through innovative recruitment and retention strategies.

Budget and Fiscal Services (BFS) is responsible for the management of all agency financial activities including Accounting, Budgeting, Contractual Agreements, Financial Systems, Grants, and Payroll. The division consists of the Budget Section, the Accounting Section, the Financial Systems and Payroll Section, and the Contracting Section.

Examples of duties

This position is responsible performs payroll functions and coordinates benefits for agency employees. This position is a primary contributor who ensures the accurate and timely execution of payroll functions and the assignment of employee benefits.

Our new teammate will be able to:

• Perform Human Resource Management System (HRMS) and Personnel/Payroll System (PAY1) end-user activities.
• Provide guidance to agency employees.
• Review and approve payroll documents and forms.
• Analyze payroll results and reports.
• Assist in the review, analysis and interpretation of labor, payroll and leave report data.
• Initiate necessary actions to ensure compliance with department policies and procedures, Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), Civil Service Rules, Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Department of Retirement Systems (DRS), Health Care Authority (HCA), Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBAs), etc.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Ability to apply practical accounting principles.
• Ability to process large quantities of fiscal data accurately and with attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers and co-workers while working cohesively in a team environment.
• Knowledge of basic math and keyboarding skills, as required for this position.
• Knowledge of or ability to quickly pick up the numerous state laws, collective bargaining agreements, and various state agency policies as they pertain to payroll, leave, and benefit entitlements.
• Must be dependable, discrete, and able to maintain confidential information.
• Must be able to organize personal workspace to minimize the likelihood of an accident or other unsafe incidents.

Equity Competencies:

• The ability to take action to learn and grow.
• The ability to take action to meet the needs of others.
• Uses an equitable and inclusive approach.

If you have gotten this far and are thinking you do not qualify, consider again. It may be that lived experience, volunteer positions, or a combination of experience and education could demonstrate your ability to perform the duties within this job. If you are excited about this role but you’re not sure if your experience or held credentials align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway and contact the HR Consultant below to discuss your situation specifically. You may just be the needed candidate for this or other roles.

Why work for the Washington State Patrol?

• A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for most positions.
• An Infants at Work Program that is based on the long-term health values of infant-parent bonding and breastfeeding newborns.
• Continuous growth and development opportunities.
• Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work
• Employment opportunities that recognize military veterans and/or military spouse per Governor Executive Order 19-01
• Qualification for the Public Loan Forgiveness Program

Supplemental information

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.

For more information regarding how to apply for this position, please click here.

Applicants claiming veterans preference must attach a copy of their DD214 (SSN must be blacked out). If you do not provide the required documentation, the veterans preference will not be awarded. Please click here to determine your eligibility.

The Washington State Patrol does not provide immigration sponsorship; therefore, applicants must possess work authorization that does not require employer sponsorship.

Questions?

Please contact Erica Henderson at (360) 704-2293 or via e-mail at erica.henderson@wsp.wa.gov.

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