Human Resources Assistant

West Virginia; West Virginia; On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

West Virginia is seeking a dedicated HR professional to support the full employee lifecycle—from recruitment and classification to benefits and payroll. You will navigate state systems such as Kronos, NeoGov, and OASIS, ensuring accurate records and clear communication across the department.

In addition to HR duties, this role requires a mandatory weekly 12-hour security shift on site. The position emphasizes precision, reliability, and the ability to work in a high-stakes environment while

Qualifications

• Two years of full-time or part-time clerical experience; at least one year in HR, payroll, bookkeeping or accounting.
• Substitution: one year of experience for every 30 semester hours of education.
• A valid driver’s license may be required.
• Experience with Kronos, NeoGov or OASIS is preferred.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in records management.

Responsibilities

• Support the full employee lifecycle: recruitment, classification, benefits and payroll processing.
• Maintain accurate employee records and ensure compliance with state policies.
• Collaborate with HR teammates to resolve staff inquiries and process changes.
• Utilize Kronos, NeoGov and OASIS to navigate essential HR workflows.
• Perform other duties as assigned and participate in weekly security shifts as required.

Skills

HRIS

Payroll processing

Recordkeeping

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Kronos

NeoGov

OASIS

Job description

Are you ready to be the organizational heartbeat of a dynamic workforce? We are looking for a dedicated professional to join our Human Resources team, where you will play a critical role in supporting the entire employee lifecycle—from recruitment and classification to benefits and payroll. Working with cutting-edge state systems like Kronos, NeoGov, and OASIS, you will be the go-to expert helping new and current staff navigate essential processes with precision and care. This is more than an administrative role; it is an opportunity to ensure our team is supported by clear communication and flawlessly maintained records. In addition to your HR mastery, you’ll demonstrate your versatility and commitment to facility safety by stepping onto the front lines for a mandatory weekly 12-hour security shift. If you have a sharp eye for detail and the grit to handle high-stakes environments, apply today to help us build a stronger, more secure workplace! Perform others duties.

• In accordance with SPB 3088 effective 10/7/23, $5000 will be added to the minimum starting rate of pay for all classifications within a Critical Vacancy Pay Supplemental Facility. Critical Vacancy Pay Facilities: Huttonsville Correctional Center and Jail, Mount Olive Correctional Complex and Jail, Western Regional Jail and Corrections Facility, Northern Correctional Facility (including Ohio County Correctional Center), Northern Regional Jail and Correctional Facility, Chick Buckbee Juvenile Center, Vicki Douglas Juvenile Center, Potomac Highlands Regional Jail and Correctional Facility, and Eastern Regional Jail and Corrections Facility (including Martinsburg Correctional Center) (SPB 3088)
• Employees in this classification shall receive an annual base building pay differential each fiscal year of $250 after completing one year of service.
• If an employee is hired into a Critical Vacancy Pay Facility (CVPF) and leaves the facility, the additional pay differential of $5000 shall be removed from their salary, unless transferring to another CVFP.

Training

High school diploma or the equivalent.

Experience

Two (2) years of full-time or part-time equivalent paid clerical experience, one (1) year of which must have been in a support or paraprofessional role in human resources, payroll, bookkeeping or accounting.

Substitution

Candidates may substitute education for the required experience at the rate of one (1) year of experience for each thirty (30) semester hours of education.

A valid driver's license may be required.