Human Resources Specialist

Human Resources Specialist role supporting recruiting, benefits administration, onboarding, Workers Compensation, and FMLA for Sheridan County School District 2.

Responsibilities

• Serve as system administrator for the district’s recruiting and hiring software and record-keeping tools.
• Maintain the hiring system, including posting job announcements, updating forms, and managing job templates and system correspondence.
• Update employee accounts and associated access; compile reports and make improvement recommendations.
• Support hiring managers by assisting with recruitment strategies and ensuring correct use of district hiring policies, procedures, and applicant tracking tools.
• Process new hires, transfers, and re-assignments, including pre-employment screenings and required paperwork.
• Review official transcripts, VOS forms, and PTSB certifications for initial placement on the certified salary schedule.
• Enter data into electronic systems and produce reports related to benefit enrollments and employment status changes.
• Assist new employees with understanding and enrolling in district benefits within required timelines.
• Coordinate annual open enrollment periods; support monthly and annual Affordable Care Act compliance tasks.
• Handle general inquiries about employee benefits and HR procedures, providing responsive, equitable, and courteous customer service.
• Ensure proper and valid certification for staff during new hire processing.
• Review injury reports for completeness and guideline compliance; identify opportunities to improve service delivery methods and procedures.
• Receive, review, and submit Workers’ Compensation incident reports to the state; assist staff with Workers’ Compensation inquiries.
• Report suspicious, questionable, or unusual incidents to the Human Resources Director.
• Track FMLA requests, maintain electronic medical files, and monitor absences monthly to help ensure timely notifications and protection of FMLA rights.
• Review, track, and process lane change requests for certified staff.
• Assign contracts, work agreements, and extra duty contracts to employees following School Board approval.
• Compile and maintain data for the Wyoming Department of Education, including 602 reporting.
• May support processing of Substitute Teachers, Student Teachers, Volunteers, and Contractors, including interview scheduling and paperwork processing.
• Act as a liaison to district staff, students, and the community.
• Maintain high levels of confidentiality regarding applicants, employees, and students.
• Participate in assigned special projects and perform other similar duties as required.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field.
• Experience performing HR-related job functions is preferred.
• PHR or SHRM-CP certification is desirable but not required.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
• Medical and Dependent Care Flex Share Plans
• Aflac
• Employee Pension through Wyoming Retirement System
• 19 paid holidays
• 12 paid sick leave days
• 2 paid personal days
• 12 paid vacation days annually
• Full-time insurance eligibility

Job Details

• Location: Central, LA (onsite)
• Department: Human Resources Department (Central Office)
• Reports to: Human Resources Director
• Position type: Classified (Central Office Technicians/Specialists/Human Resources Technician)
• Exemption status: Non-exempt
• Days/year: 260 (240 days per year noted for the role)
• Hours/day: 8
• Schedule: Monday through Thursday 7:30am to 4:30pm; Friday 7:30am to 4pm
• Starting wage: $22.85 to $25.85 per hour (depending on experience)
• Salary range provided: USD 22 - 25 per yearly
• Working model: Full-time
• Contract position: No
• Employment terms: At will and of indefinite duration; salary and fringe benefits set by the Board of Trustees
• Job category: Classified
• Evaluation: Per the Board’s Policy on Evaluation of Classified Personnel
• Date posted: 9/23/2026
• Closing date: Guideline; postings remain open for a minimum of five days before filled; application does not guarantee an interview

Additional Wage Placement Information

• Placement is based solely on years of job-related experience (steps 1 through 7).
• Full-time school district experience: 1 year job-related experience = 1 step (up to step 7).
• School district substitute & non-school district experience: 3 years job-related experience = 1 step (up to step 7).
• Placement beyond step 7 requires approval from the Superintendent.
• Board approval may move eligible staff 1 step annually except in years with a Board-set wage freeze.

Compliance and Statutory Requirements

• Wyoming State Statute requires employees initially hired on or after July 1, 1996 to pass a criminal background check with the DCI (Department of Criminal Investigation).