Human Resources & I-9 Compliance Specialist

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Why Choose Us

At the University of Wyoming we value our employees and invest in their success. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support your health financial security and work-life balance. Benefits include:

• Generous Retirement Contributions:The State contributes 14.94% of your gross salary and you contribute 3.68% totaling 18.62% toward your retirement plan.
• Exceptional Health & Prescription Coverage:Enjoy access to medical dental and vision insurance with competitive employer contributions that include 4 deductible options to suit your needs.
• Paid Time Off:Benefit from ample vacation sick leave paid holidays and paid winter closure.
• Tuition Waiver:Employees and eligible dependents can take advantage of tuition waivers supporting continuous education and professional growth.
• Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs:Stay healthy with wellness initiatives counseling services and mental health resources.

At the University of Wyoming we are committed to creating a supportive and enriching workplace. To learn more about what we offer please refer to UWs Benefits Summary.

JOB TITLE:

Human Resources & I-9 Compliance Specialist

JOB PURPOSE:

Under general supervision assist the designated Human Resources unit by coordinating and implementing activities related to the Universitys I-9 onboarding and work authorization compliance.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide high level of customer service by assisting employees and managers with various HR inquiries.
• Provide front desk assistance to walk-in phone and email customers. Direct customers to the specific HR units of specialty.
• Primary contact in I-9 completion processing and compliance.
• Provide policy review data validation data entry and business process review and approvals in various HR systems.
• Maintain a variety of tracking spreadsheets. Enter/modify a variety of employment data for I9s Visas background check systems and in the HCM application.
• Generate and reconcile a variety of reports queries and research.
• Help customers troubleshoot system application and other issues.
• Advise supervisors and stakeholders by providing information and details on compliance. Review and recommend business process updates aligning with continuous improvement.
• Perform research and analysis in support of the unit in order to resolve problems and/or issues and recommend solutions.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assist with other special projects as assigned.
• Assist other HR units when necessary.
• Participate in specialized training and orientations as needed.

COMPETENCIES:

• Adaptability
• Analysis/Problem Identification
• Attention to Detail
• Collaboration
• Consistency
• Integrity
• Judgement
• Negotiation
• Quality Orientation
• Resilience
• Sensitivity
• Service Orientation
• Tenacity
• Work Prioritization & Management

WORK LOCATION:

On-campus: This position provides vital support to campus customers and the successful candidate must be available to work on campus and have regular predictable attendance.

WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENTS:

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the United States. Current and future sponsorship for H-1B work authorization or work visa is not available for this position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Bachelors degree or an equivalent combination of education and work experience. Candidates that do not have a degree but have additional work-related experience as defined below will be considered.

Experience: 1 year work-related experience providing a high-level of customer service. Candidates must be able to work in a fast-paced environment that requires cognitive flexibility and the ability to multitask in a disruptive environment.

Required licensure certification registration or other requirements: Incomplete application packets may not be considered - please take care when completing your application.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with the federal Form I-9 is a plus but not required - willing to train the right candidate!
• Demonstrated high level of attention to detail.
• Demonstrated customer service experience.
• Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Excel.
• Demonstrated excellent written verbal and interpersonal communication skills.

REQUIRED MATERIALS:

Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application packet:

1. Cover letter or Letter of Interest and
2. Resume

Please note: Contact information for 4 work-related references will be requested of top candidates and must be provided at that time in the search process.

*Incomplete application packets may not be considered - please take care when completing your application.

**Application review will begin on 01/13/2026 however the position will remain open until filled. Candidates who apply prior to that date will receive priority consideration.

HIRING STATEMENT:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or status as a protected compliancewith the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA) if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position please contact us at or emailjobapps@.

ABOUT LARAMIE:

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie a town of 30000 in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its university helping to make it a leader in academics research and outreach. The university has state-of-the-art facilities in many areas and the community provides the advantages of a major university.

Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorados Front Range a bustling group of metropolitan cities including Denver Boulder and Fort Collins. This beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region please visit Experience:

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