Housekeeper

Salary: $17.00 Hourly
Location : Basin, WY
Job Type: Permanent Full-time
Job Number: 2026-02098
Department: Department Of Health
Division: Retirement Center
Opening Date: 08/26/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Job Classification: ISHK01


Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Providing a comfortable and clean living environment is critical for providing quality care for the Wyoming Retirement Center residents. The person in this position must have customer service as their top priority.

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
• Retirement - Pension and 457(b) plans that help you build a secure future
• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities

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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.
Duties May Include The Following For Housekeeping:

• Cleans the bathrooms and takes out the garbage.
• Cleans and sanitizes floors, walls, windows, and furniture.
• Determines appropriate chemical solutions for cleaning and disinfection.
• Uses universal precaution processes in the cleaning and disposal of biohazard waste.
• Identifies areas that need repair and notifies the proper person.
• Stocks supplies and chemicals for the unit.
• Assists in the laundry with the washing, drying, and redistributing of the residents' clothes as needed.

Duties May Include The Following For Laundry:

• Sorts and weighs laundry.
• Loads and unloads washers and dryers.
• Inspects wash at various stages of processing for cleanliness; recommends changes in washing and rinsing procedures.
• Folds clothing.
• Delivers clothing and linens as needed.
• Assists with housekeeping, including cleaning duties.

Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of cleaning methods and practices.
• Knowledge of cleansers, supplies, and equipment.
• Knowledge of basic math.
• Knowledge of state and facility policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of universal precautions.
• Knowledge of emergency procedures, cleaning methods, materials and equipment.
• Knowledge of infection control standards.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent
Experience:

0-6 months of progressive work experience (typically in Housekeeping)
OR
Education & Experience Substitution:
1-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Housekeeping)
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, and work on concrete floors 8 hours/day.
• Ability to move in a side-to-side motion to sweep and mop floors.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• Position is full-time
• For the health and protection of our residents, annual influenza vaccination is required, as well as annual testing for tuberculosis.
• A background check, including the taking of fingerprints, will be completed through the Wyoming Department of Criminal Investigation, the Department of Family Services, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation for every successful applicant.
• Employees of this facility will be expected to follow all rules and requirements established by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services regarding COVID-19.
• The Wyoming Department of Health is an E-Verify Employer.

Supplemental Information
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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.

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.
Working for the State of Wyoming means more than a job - it's a stable, rewarding career that lets you make a difference while enjoying a great quality of life.

Employees enjoy:

• Comprehensive health coverage - medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Voluntary Benefits - including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts
• Multiple retirement options - including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security
• Generous paid leave and flexible schedules - vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 11 paid holidays each year
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility - for those with qualifying student loans
• Training and professional development - to support your career growth and advancement
• Employee Assistance Program - Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts
• Wellness Program - Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health

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(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

• High School Diploma/GED/or Equivalent
• Some college Coursework, No Degree Received
• Associate's Degree
• Associate's Degree and additional coursework
• Bachelor's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree and additional coursework
• Master's Degree
• Master's Degree and additional coursework
• Doctorate Degree
• Doctorate Degree and additional coursework
• None of the Above

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(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

• 45+ Quarter hours/30+ Semester hours
• 90+ Quarter hours/60+ Semester hours
• 136+ Quarter hours/91+ Semester hours
• 180+ Quarter hours/120+ Semester hours
• 225+ Quarter hours/150+Semester hours
• N/A

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(ISHK01) How many years of relevant work experience or transferable skills do you have related to the job description?

• No relevant experience, but willing to learn.
• Less than one (1) year of relevant experience.
• One (1) to less than two (2) years of relevant experience.
• Two (2) or more years of relevant experience.

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(AA) Describe your relevant experience below.
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(A1) Where did you hear about this opportunity?

• Government Jobs @
• Indeed
• LinkedIn
• Zip Recruiter
• Wyoming Workforce Center
• Other job sites (Wyoming at Work, Monster, etc.)
• Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
• Newspaper/Newsletter Advertisement
• Career Fair
• Human Resources Division
• Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)
• Current State Employee
• Other

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(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.
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(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employee's first and last name, and include the department they work for, if known. Please limit this response to only one employee. This employee may be eligible for a Referral Bonus.
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(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE:** Per Wyoming Statute, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for Veterans' Preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive Veterans' Preference you **MUST** have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application.*** I have read and understand the Veterans' Preference Disclosure and understand that, if claiming Veterans' Preference, I must attach the appropriate supporting documentation to each application I submit in order to receive Veterans' Preference.

• Yes, I have read and understand the Veterans' Preference Disclosure.
• No, I am not claiming Veterans' Preference

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(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veteran's military service, and wish to claim veterans' preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans' preference status. By requesting veterans' preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.

• Current State Employee
• Veteran - DD214 Attached
• Disabled Veteran (10% or more) - DD214 and Veteran's Disability Determination Attached
• Surviving Spouse of a Deceased Veteran - DD214 and proof of Survivor Benefit Attached
• None of the above

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(A2) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume' is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities at have read and understand the above statement.

• Yes
• No

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