GENERAL DESCRIPTION:


Under the general direction of the HR Manager, this position provides leadership and guidance to Human Resources staff and works closely with WYDOT management to address all labor and employee relations matters within the agency. The role supports the development, implementation, and evaluation of HR policies, programs, and functions to ensure they align with WYDOT’s operational needs and strategic goals. This position supports a team of 11 HR professionals and directly supervises 5 district HR employees located throughout the state of Wyoming, requiring strong communication and coordination across geographic locations. Acting as a key advisor to management, this position helps interpret and apply HR policies and labor laws, offering solutions to complex personnel issues. In the absence of the HR Manager, the position assumes managerial responsibilities, ensuring continuity in HR operations and decision-making. This role demands strong leadership, sound judgment, and the ability to foster collaborative relationships across all levels of the organization.

Human Resource Contact: Lindsey Galindo 307-777-6798 lindsey.galindo@wyo.gov
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.

• Monitor, review, and provide oversight for WYDOT disciplinary actions and the grievance process. Coordinate these actions within the Department and with the Attorney General's office.
• Conducts internal investigations into employee complaints under EEO, FLSA, ADA, and other areas assigned by senior management staff.
• Assists with disciplinary and grievance response letters, as well as a variety of employee correspondence
• Provides guidance and support to the 11 members of the WYDOT HR team, as well as provides responses and support to the WYDOT Payroll team.
• Interpret and apply applicable state and federal laws, including EEO, FMLA, ADA, FLSA, Workers' Compensation, and Unemployment Insurance.
• Provides recommendations for revisions or updates to agency personnel policy and standard operating procedures.
• Provide agency-wide direction and guidance in the absence of the HR Manager

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of CGI and the State of Wyoming payroll processes.
• Knowledge of personnel and government management.
• Knowledge of state and federal laws.
• Knowledge of State Personnel Rules and agency policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite products and Google products.
• Knowledge of individuals or sources to contact to obtain information/assistance for problem solution.
• Knowledge of factors which relate to successful job performance.
• Knowledge of organizational structure.

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Normal office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards.

• Must have the ability to walk short distances, stand, bend carry light items, drive a vehicle, etc.

• Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.

• Occasional travel required.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Exempt

006-Administration and Information - Human Resource Division - Agency HR

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The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.