Human Resource Specialist

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Kentucky; Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated professional to join their team in the Cabinet for Health and Family Services. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the well-being of families and children within the community. The ideal candidate will possess a bachelor's degree and have experience in personnel administration, showcasing strong communication skills and a commitment to teamwork. You will be involved in various responsibilities, including monitoring recruitment data and assisting with employee onboarding processes. Join a passionate team that values growth and collaboration, making a meaningful impact in the lives of others.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with one year of experience in personnel administration.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail are essential.

Responsibilities

• Monitor recruitment and retention data and assist with employee onboarding.
• Provide technical assistance with personnel policies and employee evaluation.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Attention to Detail

Team Collaboration

Technical Assistance

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Courtnet

Computer Skills

Job description

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

Cabinet for Health & Family Services | Dept for Community Based Services

Location: Location Varies

The agency may authorize the selected candidate to telecommute. The agency may terminate or modify the telecommuting arrangement at any time.

This position reports to the Franklin County Guardianship office.

Description:

The Kentucky Department for Community Based Services (DCBS) is a multi-faceted agency that provides services and programs to enhance the self-sufficiency of families; improve safety and permanency for children and vulnerable adults; and engage families and community partners in a collaborative decision-making process. We offer an exciting opportunity to be part of a team of professionals committed to providing services to the children and families of the Commonwealth. The employee is expected to perform all duties to the best of their ability, act in a responsible manner at all times, and treat all persons with respect. Career growth is encouraged through training and mentoring opportunities.

The Division of Guardianship makes personal and financial decisions for individuals adjudicated dependent and appointed by the District Courts to the Cabinet for Health and Family Services. The division provides individualized decisions based on the best interest, most appropriate and least restrictive alternatives for those appointed to guardianship. The department works with a very diverse population, community resources, the court system, community partners, and family members of individuals appointed to guardianship and other Cabinet and department staff in a collaborative relationship. The Department is looking for an individual with the passion to help others.

The successful candidate should be professional, polite, and able to work with a diverse population. The candidate must be able to deal with difficult situations in a calm, respectful manner. They should be responsive, willing to meet each challenge directly and able to ask for assistance or guidance when needed. The successful candidate must have the drive to meet the needs of those we serve.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Monitors recruitment and retention data.
• Interprets personnel policies and regulations.
• Provides technical assistance with employee evaluation processes.
• Prepares and processes personnel actions and conducts Courtnet checks.
• Completes employee onboarding processes.
• Provides technical assistance with employee benefits and enrollment processes.
• Assists with coordinating fingerprint background checks for new hires.
• Monitors training compliance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Skills and Abilities:

• Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.
• One year of professional experience in personnel administration, business administration or management.
• Administrative, business, research, and/or clerical experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Attention to detail being thorough and accurate in completing tasks.
• Ability to work cooperatively as part of a team.
• Coordinates, maintains records.

CHFS also participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in U.S. CHFS will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that CHFS has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or https://www.e-verify.gov/.

The position you are applying for has access to or use of federal tax information (FTI) or meets the statutory definition of front-line staff. Therefore, pursuant to IRS Publication 1075 and 900 KAR 1:009 or KRS 194A.062 and 900 KAR 1:050, applicants for this position in the Cabinet for Health and Family Services (CHFS) shall submit to a fingerprint-based criminal background check by the Department of Kentucky State Police and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: One year of professional experience in personnel administration, business administration or management.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: NONE

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Administrative, business, research, and/or clerical experience will substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis. Current or prior military experience will substitute for the required college on a year-for-year basis.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE

Working Conditions:

Incumbents working in this job title perform duties in an office setting. Minimal travel may be required.

Probationary Period:

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Jessica Wayne at [e-mail] or 502-229-5109.