Senior Human Resource Associate 2026-01645

Senior Human Resource Associate 2026-01645

Salary

$29.76 - $33.06 Hourly

Location

Laramie, WY

Job Type

Permanent Full-time

Job Number

2026-01645

Department

Administration & Information

Division

Human Resources Division

Opening Date

06/24/2026

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Job Classification

EHGH08

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Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Drive Workforce Success with WYDOT

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking an experienced and service-oriented Senior Human Resource Associate to join our team in Laramie. This position plays a vital role in supporting the employees who keep Wyoming moving by providing expert human resources guidance and consultative services to approximately 250 employees across the organization.

Working with a high degree of independence, the Senior Human Resource Associate serves as a trusted advisor to managers and employees, delivering strategic and day-to-day HR support in areas including recruitment, position management, classification and compensation, benefits, employee relations, organizational development, and workforce planning.

This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys building strong relationships, solving complex personnel issues, and making a meaningful impact on an organizations success.

What Youll Do

• Provide consultative human resources support to managers and employees
• Assist with recruitment, hiring, and workforce planning initiatives
• Advise on classification, compensation, and position management matters
• Support employee relations, performance management, and workplace concerns
• Guide employees through benefits and employment-related processes
• Partner with leadership to develop and implement organizational solutions

Why Youll Love This Role

• Serve as a key HR resource for one of Wyomings most visible state agencies
• Work independently while collaborating with a supportive HR team
• Build relationships with employees and leaders across the organization
• Utilize a broad range of HR skills and expertise
• Make a direct impact on employee success and organizational effectiveness

Why WYDOT?

WYDOTs mission is to provide a safe, high-quality, and efficient transportation system for the State of Wyoming. Behind every highway, bridge, and transportation project is a dedicated workforce, and this position plays an essential role in supporting those employees. If you are passionate about human resources and enjoy helping organizations and employees thrive, we encourage you to apply.

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA and holidays
• Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities and MUCH MORE!

Click here for detailed information, or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!

Want to see the full value of your compensation beyond salary?

Explore our Total Compensation Calculator: https://compensationcalculator.wyo.gov

Human Resource Contact: Lindsey Galindo / 307-777-6798 / lindsey.galindo@wyo.gov

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.

• Provides guidance and support to employees and supervisors to ensure they are following all applicable rules and regulations pertaining to all HR processes.
• Prepares recruitment announcements and provides advice and support to hiring managers throughout the recruitment process.
• Conducts onboarding for new employees.
• Ensures work is done in compliance with state and federal rules and regulations for all HR processes pertaining to the lifecycle of an employee from recruitment, onboarding, active benefits, and performance management through retirement.
• Provides input and recommendations for changes to human resources forms and procedures to enhance workflow.
• Ensures supervisors are following established processes and procedures and provides guidance and support to resolve concerns and issues.
• Addresses questions concerning rules and regulations as they apply to benefits and payroll in a manner that provides education and counseling.
• Provides education, assistance, and resources regarding benefit options and serves as a primary contact for all benefit-related information.
• Verifies and accurately enters information into multiple human resource information systems.
• Participates as an active member on interview panels and provides guidance and support through the interview and hiring process.
• Provides guidance and support to employees and supervisors throughout the performance review process.
• Serves as an initial point of contact to receive employee-reported concerns and complaints.
• Works collaboratively with WYDOT management regarding disciplinary needs.
• Collaborates with the HR Manager and Deputy HR Manager to prepare disciplinary action.

Qualifications

PREFERENCE:

Preference may be given to applicants with at least two (2) years of experience in human resources.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of federal laws including ADA, EEOC, FMLA, FLSA, etc.
• Knowledge of State of Wyoming Personnel Rules and Executive Orders.
• Knowledge of human behavior and performance.
• Knowledge of payroll processes and procedures.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word.
• Skills in grammar and proper English usage.
• Skills in interpersonal relations.
• Skills in organization and prioritization.
• Ability to carefully review information and complete tasks with a high level of accuracy.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Skills in conflict management.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Bachelors Degree (typically in Human Resources)

Experience:

0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Human Resources) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Human Resources Associate II

OR

Education & Experience Substitution:

3-5 years of progressive work experience (typically in Human Resources) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Human Resources Associate II

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• This position takes place in an average office work environment.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-Exempt

Supplemental Information

006-A&I Agency Human Resource - Human Resource Division

Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

Click here to view the State of Wyoming total Compensation Calculator.

URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.

Working for the State of Wyoming means more than a job - it's a stable, rewarding career that lets you make a difference while enjoying a great quality of life.

Employees enjoy:

• Comprehensive health coverage - medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Voluntary Benefits - including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts
• Multiple retirement options - including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security
• Generous paid leave and flexible schedules - vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 11 paid holidays each year
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility - for those with qualifying student loans
• Training and professional development - to support your career growth and advancement
• Employee Assistance Program - Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts
• Wellness Program - Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health

Know your full value.

Your paycheck is only part of the picture. The State of Wyoming offers a Total Compensation Calculator that shows the full value of your salary plus benefits, so you can clearly see what your complete compensation package looks like.

Explore your total compensation: https://compensationcalculator.wyo.gov/

WORKING FOR THE GREATEST STATE IN THE NATION - Wyoming offers a lifestyle you can't find anywhere else - wide-open spaces, clean air, friendly communities, year-round recreation, and no state income tax.

Click here for detailed information or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!.

01

(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

• High School Diploma/GED/or Equivalent
• Some college Coursework, No Degree Received
• Associates Degree
• Associates Degree and additional coursework
• Bachelors Degree
• Bachelors Degree and additional coursework
• Masters Degree
• Masters Degree and additional coursework
• Doctorate Degree
• Doctorate Degree and additional coursework
• None of the Above

02

(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

• 45+ Quarter hours/30+ Semester hours
• 90+ Quarter hours/60+ Semester hours
• 136+ Quarter hours/91+ Semester hours
• 180+ Quarter hours/120+ Semester hours
• 225+ Quarter hours/150+Semester hours
• N/A

03

(EHGH08) How many years of relevant work experience or transferable skills do you have related to the job description?

• No relevant experience, but willing to learn.
• Less than one (1) year of relevant experience.
• One (1) to less than two (2) years of relevant experience.
• Two (2) to less than three (3) years of relevant experience.
• Three (3) or more years of relevant experience.

04

(AA) Describe your relevant experience below.

05

Do you have 2 years of work experience in any of the following areas? Check all that apply.

• Recruitment
• Online HR Management System
• Benefit enrollment
• Payroll
• None

06

(A) Where did you hear about this opportunity?

• Government jobs www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming
• Indeed
• LinkedIn
• Zip Recruiter
• Wyoming Workforce Center
• Other job sites (Wyoming at Work, Monster, etc.)
• Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
• Newspaper/Newsletter Advertisement
• Career Fair
• Human Resources Division
• Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)
• Current State Employee
• Other

07

(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employees first and last name, and include the department they work for if known. Please limit this response to only one employee. This employee may be eligible for a Referral bonus

08

(AA) If you answered Other, please tell us where.

09

(AA) VETERANS PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: PER WYOMING STATUTE, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for veterans preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive veterans preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application. I have read and understand the veterans preference disclosure.

• Yes
• No
• I am not a veteran

10

(AA) VETERANS PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veterans military service, and wish to claim veterans preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans preference status. By requesting veterans preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.

• Current State Employee
• Veteran - DD214 Attached
• Disabled Veteran (10% or more) - DD214 and Veterans Disability Determination Attached
• Surviving Spouse of a Deceased Veteran - DD214 and proof of Survivor Benefit Attached
• None of the above

11

(AA) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities at https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify. I have read and understand the above statement.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer State of Wyoming

Address Human Resource Contact Information located in the

General Description Section

Statewide, Wyoming, 82002

Phone 307-777-7188

Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm