Hourly Royalty Auditor Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $29.76 - $33.06 Hourly
Location : Cheyenne, WY
Job Type: Permanent Full-time
Job Number: 2026-01935
Department: Office of State Lands & Investments
Division: Office of State Lands & Investments
Opening Date: 07/29/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Determined by Position
Job Classification: FIAU08
Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
As an Auditor II, you are an independent professional who handles complex, high-priority projects. You aren't just checking boxes; you are diving into multi-year audits that require a deep understanding of state and federal laws. While you don't have formal hire/fire authority, you serve as a mentor and technical lead for Auditor I staff-assigning tasks, reviewing their work for accuracy, and training them on how to spot discrepancies.
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 457B plans that help you build a secure future
• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities

and MUCH MORE! Click here for detailed information, or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!
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Human Resource Contact: Ryan Scheer, , 307-777-8570
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed in the job level.

• Conduct several complex audits per year, covering a single lease and production sharing agreement for a full year.
• Perform multi-period examinations to verify that companies are following State Statutes, lease agreements, and Board of Land Commissioners rules.
• Analyze complicated legal contracts to determine if product pricing is correct and if the deductions taken for transportation or processing are actually allowed.
• Direct the work of Auditor I personnel, providing guidance on audit techniques and checking their work papers for accuracy.
• Review the audit files of co-workers to ensure all findings are backed by solid evidence and comply with regulations.
• Consult with and advise the Royalty Compliance staff on difficult problems regarding operations and financial documents.
• Write detailed audit reports and formal letters to companies regarding reporting violations or demands for payment.
• Meet with energy industry personnel to discuss findings and resolve issues where the company's economic interest may conflict with the State's.
• Be prepared to defend your findings by testifying under oath or providing information to legislative committees and courts.
• Reconcile monthly reports to find mismatches between what the operators produce and what the payers report.
• Travel to remote oil and gas sites-sometimes in harsh weather or high-noise environments-to verify equipment locations and production volumes through observation and interviews.

• Determine and assess appropriate interest and penalties for companies that fail to report or pay correctly.

Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE:

• Understanding of how oil and gas are produced, measured, and sold in an evolving market.
• Ability to read and interpret complex legal terminology in production and marketing contracts.
• Familiarity with GAGAS/GAAP standards, Wyoming State Statutes, and lease terms.
• Proficiency in analyzing multi-sourced data, financial statements, and using agency compliance tools.
• The ability to communicate effectively and professionally with industry personnel, the public, and regulatory agencies.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Bachelor's Degree (typically in Finance)
Experience:
0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Auditing) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Auditor I
OR
Education & Experience Substitution:
3-5 years of progressive work experience (typically in Auditing) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Auditor I
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
None
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
This position takes place in a normal office environment.
NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-Exempt

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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Your paycheck is only part of the picture. The State of Wyoming offers a Total Compensation Calculator that shows the full value of your salary plus benefits, so you can clearly see what your complete compensation package looks like.
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WORKING FOR THE GREATEST STATE IN THE NATION - Wyoming offers a lifestyle you can't find anywhere else - wide-open spaces, clean air, friendly communities, year-round recreation, and no state income tax.
Click here for detailed information or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!.
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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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(FIAU08) 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) to less than three (3) years of relevant experience.
• Three (3) 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 @www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming
• 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 "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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(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.
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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.

• Yes
• No
• I am not a veteran

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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 https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify.I have read and understand the above statement.

• Yes
• No

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