Human Resources Specialist

Western. At Western Wyoming College, one of America's leading junior colleges, we believe employees are our most valuable resource . We pride ourselves on our inclusive, growth-focused culture and our exceptional benefits package. For full-time employees, here are a few of the amazing benefits we offer: Employer paid contribution of 9.62% to your retirement plan with no waiting period. Who doesn't love free money? We cover 82% of costs related to health, dental and life insurance. Generous leave time to support your work/life balance with paid holidays, sick leave and vacation time, 3 personal days, and two weeks off over Christmas break! Not to mention, you get time off at Spring Break and Friday's off in the summer. Have you ever wanted to take an art class? Interested in exploring entrepreneurship? FREE tuition for you, your spouse, and your dependents makes this dream a reality. Access to amenities like our Children's Center, Hay Library, aquatic center, fitness center, theatre and more. When adventure calls, head out to the Flaming Gorge Reservoir, take a hike around Mustang Loop, surf the local sand dunes, or jump in the car and travel to Salt Lake City, Jackson Hole, or Laramie. For a map of our area, and links to activities and places, view westernwyoming.edu/outsider . See where your career can take you when you come run with the Mustangs! Under the direction of the Associate Vice President (AVP) of Human Resources, the Human Resources Specialist oversees all aspects of recruiting at Western. This position provides operational support of the Human Resources department with broad knowledge of office operations, recruitment and hiring practices, and policies and procedures. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Collaborates with campus hiring managers about position description creation, review, and revision as needed to create new positions, reclassify existing ones, and fill existing positions that become vacant. Supports the Human Resources staff with compensation placement and market salary research for positions. Collaborates with campus hiring committees throughout the entire recruitment cycle. Assesses and tracks all candidate information using the Applicant Tracking System. Works closely with advertising agencies and various social platforms to source potential candidates. Coordinates logistics for out-of-town candidates interviewing on campus. Coordinates and executes new employee orientation, onboarding, and offboarding activities. Creates, monitors, and communicates application status updates. Seeks feedback from hiring managers and new hires to continuously improve Western's recruiting and onboarding programs. Processes and maintains employee data relating to personnel activities such as hiring, personnel changes, separations, promotions, new hire requests. Ensures timely, accurate, and federally compliant processing of newly hired employee I-9 forms (and other basic new hire paperwork). Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance. Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law. Maintains the integrity and confidentiality of human resource files and records. Works with Human Resources staff to perform routine tasks required to administer and execute human resources and office operations. This listing of essential duties and responsibilities is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Minimum Qualifications Associates degree in business, human resources, social work, psychology, or related field. Two years' experience in human resources, office setting, customer service, or related field. Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Programs, e.g. Word, Excel, Power Point, Publisher, and Access Knowledge of telephone techniques, principles, and practices Multitask in a fast paced, constant interruption, high volume office environment Communicate effectively verbally and in writing Valid Driver's License and ability to be insured by the College's insurance provider. Equivalency Statement: For those candidates who do not exactly meet all minimum qualifications, an equivalent combination of education and experience, which has provided comparable knowledge and abilities, may be accepted. Preferred Qualifications Associates degree in business, human resources, social work, psychology, or related field. Open Date: 11/10/2026 Close Date: Open Until Filled Open Until Filled: Yes Special Instructions to Applicants: Estimated Salary: $22.02 - $25.87 FLSA: Non-Exempt To apply, visit: https://wwcwy.peopleadmin.com/postings/6108