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Senior Human Resource Associate

State Of Wyoming

Job Location:

Laramie, WY - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 29 - 33

Posted: 3 July 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 30 September 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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-orientedSenior 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!

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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.

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

Education & ExperienceSubstitution:

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