Payday and Paychecks

Paychecks

Your paycheck (payslip) is distributed every other Friday, unless the payday falls upon a state holiday. Federal and state income taxes, Social Security (FICA), mandatory wage withholding, and retirement system contributions will be deducted from your check as required by law. Other voluntary deductions will be made only at your request. These could include: health, dental, and supplemental life insurance premiums; credit union deductions; deferred compensation deductions; voluntary insurance deductions; and flexible spending deductions.

You can view your payslip information online in the Iowa human resources management system, Workday. The payslip contains information concerning an employee’s wage payments, deductions, and state-share amounts paid on behalf of the employee. It also contains leave accruals, usages, balances, and tax status information. This electronic document replaces the paper “pay stub." You can access your payslip through the Workday application on a computer or mobile device. Your agency’s human resources associate can provide you with further details.

Direct Deposit

Direct deposit is a safe and efficient way of handling your paycheck. You are encouraged to have your net pay deposited directly to an account at the participating financial institution of your choice. Your agency’s human resources associate has the forms you will need to enroll in this program. If you were employed after July 1, 2009, you may be required to directly deposit your paycheck.

Travel Expenses

If you are required to travel on state business, please refer to State Accounting Enterprise policies and guidelines located at https://das.iowa.gov/state- accounting – as well as your agency’s policies and procedures – for information regarding travel reimbursement rates and use of state vehicles. Reimbursement for travel expenses is processed through the State’s accounting system and paid on a State of Iowa warrant, which is separate from your payslip.

Charitable Contributions

You may voluntarily participate in the annual One Gift Campaign. Through payroll deductions, you may designate contributions to the charities of your choice from the list of participating charities. Your agency’s human resources associate can provide you with further details.