HR Specialist: Training, FMLA & Performance

Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT); Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 38,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) is seeking a Human Resource Professional in Topeka, within the District One Headquarters. The role provides technical HR expertise across multiple functions with a focus on compliance, data accuracy, and workflow efficiency.

Responsibilities include handling public inquiries about open positions, coordinating interviews, LMS training, performance review tracking, FMLA processing, and personnel transactions for district staff, under the Bureau of

Qualifications

• One year of experience in planning, directing, organizing, managing, or administering personnel or human resources functions.
• Transcripts are required for education to be considered.
• Valid Driver's License at time of appointment.

Responsibilities

• Answer questions from the public on open positions and provide directions on how to apply for positions and tax clearance certificates. Assist with scheduling interviews in the District Headquarters Office when needed.
• Schedule district training and register employees in classes in the LMS and coordinate with the Bureau of HR to establish courses.
• Track district employee performance review program, prepare reports and distribute to supervisors and managers for notification and tracking.
• Prepare and process FMLA and Parental Leave requests.
• Backup and assist with entering personnel transactions for district complex employees.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Driver's License

Education

Transcripts required for education to be considered

Job description

The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) is seeking a Human Resource Professional in Topeka, within the District One Headquarters. The role provides technical HR expertise across multiple functions with a focus on compliance, data accuracy, and workflow efficiency.

Responsibilities include handling public inquiries about open positions, coordinating interviews, LMS training, performance review tracking, FMLA processing, and personnel transactions for district staff, under the Bureau of