<p>Description and Functions</p> <p>Open Until Filled</p> <p>GENERAL DESCRIPTION:</p> <p>Seeking a Senior Human Resources Associate to assist employees and management for the Department of Environmental Quality. Provides a full range of Human Resource services that include payroll, recruitments, interviews, new hire processing, benefit administration, FMLA, personnel law/policy/rule interpretation, personnel record administration, and backup on classifications and performance management evaluations. Function as a liaison for the Employees Group Insurance (EGI) and Wyoming Retirement System (WRS) by providing benefit information and facilitating enrollment. Ensures that State and Federal laws are followed.</p> <p>Human Resource Contact: Lindsey Galindo / 307-777-6798 / lindsey.galindo@wyo.gov</p> <p>ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.</p> <ul> <li>Submits transactions into the payroll system (CGI). Reviews and assures the accuracy of transactions. Audits and approves hourly and salary timesheets. Respond to questions regarding leave and time usage. </li><li>Prepares and approves, within delegated levels of authority, human resources-related actions in multiple HR areas. </li><li>Maintains accurate human resources records, including medical files, timesheet, and I-9, in accordance with State and Federal personnel laws and regulations. </li><li>Prepares recruitment announcements and advertisements and provides advice and counsel to supervisors and managers on the recruitment process. </li><li>Provide advice and counsel to employees, managers, and supervisors on benefits matters. </li><li>Conducts employee orientation and provides accurate information to employees regarding benefits, policies, and associated paperwork. Serves as point of contact regarding all benefit information. </li><li>Provides input into the recommendations of changes in human resources procedures. </li><li>Inputs data into and maintains statewide human resource information systems. </li><li>Establish and maintain effective relationships with employees and management teams. </li><li>Ensures work is done in compliance with relevant federal and state laws. </li><li>Provide customer service for the office to include responding to questions and requests from employees, clients, and the public. </li><li>Complete various forms for Supervisor and agency approval. </li><li>May be requested to assist other agencies within the Capitol Complex. </li><li>Maintains office presence in the DEQ office 5 days a week. </li></ul> <p>Qualifications</p> <p>PREFERENCE:</p> <p>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.</p> <p>KNOWLEDGE:</p> <ul> <li>Knowledge of Federal (ADA, EEOC, FMLA, FLSA, etc.)laws. </li><li>Knowledge of State of Wyoming Personnel Rules and Executive Orders. </li><li>Knowledge of human behavior and performance. </li><li>Knowledge of SAO's payroll processes and procedures. </li><li>Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Exceland other computer software. </li><li>Skills in grammar and proper English usage. </li><li>Skills in interpersonal relations. </li><li>Skills in organizing and prioritizing. </li><li>Ability to work effectively and independently. </li><li>Excellent communication skills. </li><li>Skillin conflict management. </li></ul> <p>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:</p> <p>Education:</p> <p>Bachelor's Degree (typically in Human Resources)</p> <p>Experience:</p> <p>0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Human Resources) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Human Resources Associate II</p> <p>OR</p> <p>Education & ExperienceSubstitution:</p> <p>3-5 years of progressive work experience (typically in Human Resources) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Human Resources Associate II</p> <p>Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:</p> <p>None</p> <p>Necessary Special Requirements</p> <p>PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:</p> <ul> <li>This position is situated in a typical office environment. </li></ul> <p>NOTES:</p> <ul> <li>FLSA: Non-Exempt </li></ul> <p>Supplemental Information</p> <p>006-A&I Agency Human Resource - Human Resource Division</p> <p>Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.</p> <p>URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm</p> <p>The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.</p> <p>Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.</p>