Human Resource Generalist

Job Details

Job Location
:
Administration Office - Sheridan, WY 82801

Position Type
:
Full-time

Education Level
: 2 Year Degree

Travel Percentage
:
Up to 25%

Job Shift
:
Day

Job Category
:
Human Resources

Human Resources Generalist

Classification: Exempt
Reports to: Director of Human Resources
Date: November 2025

Each day at Volunteers of America, we strive to exemplify our foundational pillar of Servant Leadership and Cultural Values of Communication, Compassion, Integrity, Respect, and Excellence.

At VOA, we are committed to providing opportunities that help staff grow and enhance their skill sets. As part of this commitment, we invest in on-the-job training to prepare employees for their new positions and offer professional development opportunities, coaching, and career pathways to promote our culture of helping staff advance their careers throughout the organization.

The Human Resources Generalist is responsible for professionally performing HR-related duties and works closely with HR management to support the organization. This position works closely with HR leadership, supporting the following functional areas: performance management, onboarding, payroll, HR tracking and reporting, payroll reporting, and employment law compliance.

• Administer and process bi-weekly payroll in accordance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements; review pay computations and deductions for accuracy and compliance.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of federal, state, and local employment and payroll regulations; ensure compliance with all applicable laws, including the preparation and submission of required payroll reports and annual W-2s.
• Ensure the accuracy and confidentiality of employee records, HR files, and information in the Human Resources Information System (HRIS).
• Prepare and submit required annual reports, including VETS-4212 and EEO-1 filings.
• Ensure compliance with USCIS Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification; conduct periodic audits to maintain accuracy and adherence to regulations.
• Maintain company organization charts and job descriptions, updating them as necessary to reflect current positions and responsibilities.
• Assist with employee relations matters by supporting investigations, documentation, and communication of policies and procedures as directed.
• Partner with employees and management to interpret and apply Human Resources policies, procedures, and standards in alignment with employment laws and organizational goals.
• Support the onboarding process by ensuring completion and accuracy of all new hire paperwork.
• Compile, analyze, and generate reports from HR and payroll data.
• Assist employees with troubleshooting issues within the HRIS system.
• Assist with quarterly random drug process in accordance with company policy.
• Assist with unemployment claims and other HR compliance processes as needed.
• Act as a backup to the front desk and provide phone or administrative support when required.

• Proven relationship-building ability
• Effective communicator with exceptional written, oral, and interpersonal ability
• Solutions-based consultation
• Ethical practice
• HR expertise
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Able to work independently and in teams
• Continuous demonstration of behaviors aligned with a posture of servant leadership and our cultural values

This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as laptops, photocopiers, and smartphones.

The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. This would require lifting files, opening filing cabinets, and bending or stooping as necessary.

This is a full-time position. Days and…