Senior Human Resource Associate 2026-02260

State of Wyoming; Cheyenne (WY); Hybrid; USD 58,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Job summary

The State of Wyoming is seeking a Senior Human Resource Associate to support the Enterprise Technology Services and the Professional Teaching Standards Board, serving about 250 employees. You will handle payroll actions, counsel on benefits, and assist with recruitment while ensuring compliance across multiple agencies.

Telework may be available after training, and duties require collaboration with HR teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field required.
• 0–2 years progressive HR experience or 3–5 years with substitution.
• No certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Process monthly timesheets, audits, and leaves for accuracy.
• Prepare and process payroll in compliance with laws.
• Conduct employee orientation and enrollment in benefits.

Skills

Payroll processing

Employee benefits

HR policies

FMLA knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

MS Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR

Tools

Microsoft Excel

HRIS systems

Job description

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

If you enjoy a great team environment with cross-training in all functions of human resources in a variety of different agencies of varying sizes, then the Professional Boards, Agencies, and Commissions (PAC) Team would like to interview you! We are seeking a team player to add to our team to be the Senior Human Resource Associate who will be responsible for supporting about 250 employees and management for the Enterprise Technology Services (ETS) and the Professional Teaching Standards Board and would also be the backup for other multiple agencies in our division. You will be responsible for all day-to-day payroll actions and will need to be proficient in multitasking and able to work in a very fast-paced office.

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 Resources Contact: Lindsey Ruiz / 307-777-6798 / [e-mail]

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Process monthly timesheets, audits, and reviews for accuracy and appropriate leave usage.
• Prepares and processes payroll and all associated related actions. Ensures all actions are done in compliance with State and Federal personnel laws and regulations.
• Conducts employee orientation and enrolls employees in benefit plans. Serve as point of contact regarding all benefit information.
• Prepares recruitment announcements and advertisements and provides advice and counsel to supervisors and managers on the recruitment process.
• Provides advice and counsel to employees, managers, and supervisors on benefits matters.
• Determines employee eligibility based on FMLA guidelines and prepares all necessary and applicable FMLA paperwork.
• Prepares and approves, within delegated levels of authority, human resources-related actions in multiple HR areas.
• Maintains accurate human resources records, including medical files, timesheets, and I-9, in accordance with State and Federal personnel laws and regulations.
• Conducts interviews and provides advice and counsel throughout the interview process.
• Provides input into the recommendations of 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.

KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge of Federal (ADA, EEOC, FMLA, FLSA, etc.) laws.
• Knowledge of State of Wyoming Personnel Rules and Executive Orders.
• Knowledge of human behavior and performance.
• Knowledge of SAO's 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: Bachelor's 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

PREFERENCES

Preference will be given to candidates with payroll day-to-day transactions and timesheet experience.

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
• Core hours will be discussed upon hire.
• This position may be eligible for intermittent Telework once training has been completed and on a case-by-case basis.

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.