Senior Human Resource Associate
Cheyenne, WY - USA
Job Summary
- Description and Functions
Open Until FilledGENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The State of Wyoming Human Resources Division is seeking a Senior Human Resources Associate to provide dedicated Human Resources support to the Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ).
As the HR partner for DEQ youll work closely with employees supervisors and leadership to deliver a wide variety of HR services including recruitment payroll onboarding employee benefits leave administration policy interpretation personnel records and employee support. Youll also serve as the liaison for Employees Group Insurance (EGI) and the Wyoming Retirement System (WRS) ensuring employees have the information and resources they need throughout their careers.
This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys variety values customer service and wants to make a meaningful impact while building experience across nearly every area of Human Resources.
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 457(b) plans that help you build a secure future
Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities
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Human Resource Contact: Lindsey Galindo / /
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.- Process payroll transactions review timesheets audit payroll records and assist employees with payroll and leave questions.
- Support the full employee lifecycle including recruitment onboarding personnel actions benefits administration and employee records.
- Prepare and coordinate job postings while advising supervisors and managers throughout the recruitment and hiring process.
- Conduct new employee orientation and serve as a primary resource for employee benefits policies and HR procedures.
- Maintain accurate personnel payroll medical and I-9 records in compliance with state and federal requirements.
- Provide guidance to employees and supervisors on HR policies benefits leave programs and employment-related questions.
- Enter and maintain employee information in statewide HR and payroll systems.
- Build strong working relationships by delivering responsive professional customer service to employees managers applicants and the public.
- Assist with HR process improvements forms approvals and other administrative functions that support agency operations.
- Ensure all HR activities comply with applicable state and federal laws and regulations while collaborating with other agencies as needed.
- Maintains office presence in the DEQ office 5 days a week.
- Qualifications
PREFERENCE:
Preference may be given to applicants with at least 2 years of previous experience with payroll. Experience with an online HR Management System including payroll and benefits enrollment is a plus.
KNOWLEDGE:- Knowledge of federal employment laws including ADA EEOC FMLA and FLSA.
- Knowledge of Wyoming Personnel Rules Executive Orders and payroll practices.
- Knowledge of HR principles employee relations payroll and benefits administration.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office particularly Excel and HR information systems.
- Strong organizational time management and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.
- Strong customer service interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
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 IIOREducation & ExperienceSubstitution:3-5 years of progressive work experience (typically in Human Resources) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Human Resources Associate IICertificates Licenses Registrations:None- Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
This position is situated in a typical office environment.
NOTES:
- FLSA: Non-Exempt
- Supplemental Information
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URL: 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.
Required Experience:
Senior IC