Senior Human Resource Associate

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 others 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 Rawlins. This position ensures State and Federal laws are being followed and provides a full range of Human Resource 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.

This position offers:

• Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
• Health Dental and Vision Insurance
• State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
• Paid vacation sick leave and holidays

Human Resource Contact: Lindsey Galindo / 777-6798 /

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. Ensure 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.
• Provide 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.
• Establish and maintain 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 Exceland 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.
• Skillin 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 & 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

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.

N OTES:

• 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.

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