Paychecks, Paystubs and W-2s
When do I get paid?
Biweekly employees are paid every two weeks, two weeks after the pay period ends.
Monthly employees are paid the last working day of each month.
See the Payroll Department Calendar at the bottom of the Payroll Office home page for the specific Pay Days.
You can also view the Payroll Schedules page.
When and how will I receive my first pay check?
All payroll payments are completed by EFT (Electronic Fund Transfer); however, if an employee does not provide a voided check or an official EFT form from their bank they will be mailed a check for their first pay period. DNR Payroll will prenote the first paycheck to allow verification of the banking information provided.
How do I change my Direct Deposit or add an additional Direct Deposit?
To change your Direct Deposit, email a Direct Deposit form to DNR Payroll.
If you would like to deposit funds into an additional account, fill out the Additional Direct Deposit Deduction form and email it to DNR Payroll.
Where can I see my paystub?
Current employees can access their paystubs on the Employee Self-Service (ESS) system (while signed in to VPN or on the State network), if you do not have access to the State's network please contact the Payroll Office for a copy of your paystubs. ESS Instructions can help guide employees through the website.
After an employee separates from DNR, paystubs are no longer accessible in ESS. If you are planning on separating from State service, please ensure to obtain paystubs as needed.
What do I do if I believe there is an error in my pay?
If you believe there was an error in your paycheck, please contact the payroll team at DNR_Payroll@state.co.us. If there is an underpayment, DNR Payroll will work with the employee to correct the error and issue the back payment. If there has been an overpayment, employees are responsible to pay back the funds. Overpayments will be collected for the current year and up to 3 prior years.
I'm a biweekly paid employee, how are my benefits deducted from each paycheck?
Fixed dollar amount deductions such as health insurance premiums, are deducted on the first and second paycheck of each month. Percentage based deductions such as taxes and retirement are applied to each paycheck. There are some exceptions such as Local Tax and PERA Life. Please view the Deductions Schedule.