Senior Human Resource Associate 2026-02622

Senior Human Resource Associate 2026-02622

Salary

$29.76 - $33.06 Hourly

Location

Riverton, WY

Job Type

Permanent Full-time

Remote Employment

Flexible/Hybrid

Job Number

2026-02622

Department

Administration & Information

Division

Human Resources Division

Opening Date

10/28/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Job Classification

EHGH08

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Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Come Join the Department of Corrections Human Resources Team!

We strive to remain forward-thinking and continually find ways to provide the best, most up-to-date HR service possible. We are team-focused and strive to support each other's development and well-being.

The Department of Corrections staff are vital to the safety and growth of all Wyoming communities, and this team has the pleasure of serving those who serve. This position assists the Wyoming Department of Corrections in Riverton, Lusk, and Newcastle. This position ensures State and Federal laws are being followed and provides a full range of Human Resources services that include recruitments and interviews, new hire processing, benefit administration, FMLA, personnel law/policy/rule interpretation, personnel record administration, and back-up on classifications and performance management evaluations.

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!.

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Explore our Total Compensation Calculator: compensationcalculator.wyo.gov

Human Resources Contact: Lindsey Galindo / 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.

• Prepares and approves, within delegated levels of authority, human resources-related actions in multiple HR areas.
• Prepares and processes payroll and all associated actions. Ensures all actions are done in compliance with State and Federal personnel laws and regulations.
• Process monthly timesheets, audits, and reviews for accuracy and appropriate leave usage.
• Determine employee eligibility based on FMLA guidelines and prepare all necessary and applicable FMLA paperwork.
• Maintains accurate human resources records, including medical files, timesheets, and I-9, in accordance with State and Federal personnel laws and regulations.
• Prepares recruitment announcements and advertisements and provides advice and counsel to supervisors and managers on the recruitment process.
• Conducts interviews and provides advice and counsel throughout the interview process.
• Provides advice and counsel to employees, managers, and supervisors on benefits matters.
• Conducts employee orientation and enrolls employees in benefit plans. Serve as the point of contact regarding all benefit information.
• Provides input into the recommendations for changes in human resources procedures.
• Inputs data into and maintains statewide human resource information systems.
• Prepares reports at an agency or statewide level so that managers and HRD can manage human resources costs.
• Maintains close contact and communication with multiple agencies and ensures consistency across the agencies.
• Establishes and maintains effective relationships with employees and management teams.
• Ensures work is done in compliance with relevant federal and state laws.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of Federal (ADA, EEOC, FMLA, FLSA, etc.) laws.
• Knowledge of the State of Wyoming Personnel Rules and Executive Orders.
• Knowledge of human behavior and performance.
• Knowledge of SAOs payroll processes and procedures.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel and other computer software.
• Skills in grammar and proper English usage.
• Skills in interpersonal relations.
• Skills in organizing and prioritizing.
• Ability to work effectively and independently.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Skill 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:

• Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking, standing, bending, carrying light items, driving an automobile, etc.
• Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• This position may be eligible for intermittent Telework.

Supplemental Information

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.

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

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 9 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!.

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(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

(A) Where did you hear about this opportunity?

• Goverment 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 Resourses Division
• Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)
• Current State Employee
• Other

06

(A) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employees first and last name, and include the department they work for, if known. This employee may be eligible for a Referral bonus.

07

(AA) If you answered Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.

08

(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 and understand that, if claiming Veterans Preference, I must attach the appropriate supporting documentation to each application I submit in order to receive Veterans Preference.

• Yes, I have read and understand the Veterans Preference Disclosure.
• No, I am not claiming Veterans Preference

09

(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