Transportation Human Resources Generalist 2 - Mercer Co.

State of West Virginia; Princeton (WV); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vacation days

Retirement plan

Job summary

State of West Virginia is seeking an energetic HR Generalist II to support our growing team and shape workplace culture. You will act as a trusted advisor to managers and champions for employees, bringing fresh ideas to onboarding, engagement, and talent development.

Responsibilities include full-cycle recruitment, employee relations coaching, culture programs, and HR operations. Travel may be required; a valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of federal and state laws and department policies.
• Knowledge of HR management principles and practices.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Ability to handle confidential assignments.
• Ability to interact with public officials and general public.

Responsibilities

• Own full-cycle recruitment for key roles and design onboarding experiences.
• Provide employee relations coaching and foster an inclusive culture.
• Design and execute culture and engagement programs and pulse surveys.
• Manage HR operations, benefits, leave administration, HRIS data integrity.
• Track HR metrics and seek process improvements.

Skills

HR knowledge

Compliance with laws

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Nature of Work

• Disclaimer-this position will be considered classified-exempt and “at will.”

We are looking for an energetic, creative, and proactive HR Generalist II to help shape our workplace culture and support our growing team. In this role, you won't just file paperwork, you will act as a trusted advisor to managers, a champion for our employees, and a creative problem-solver who brings fresh ideas to onboarding, engagement, and talent development.

What You’ll Do

• Talent Experience & Recruitment: Own the full-cycle recruitment process for key roles, crafting engaging job postings, streamlining interviews, and designing a memorable onboarding experience.
• Employee Relations & Coaching: Partner with managers and staff to navigate day-to-day employee relations, offer career coaching, and foster an inclusive, high-morale environment.
• Culture & Engagement Programs: Design and execute creative team-building initiatives, recognition programs, and pulse surveys that keep our culture vibrant and connected.
• HR Operations & Compliance: Manage day-to-day HR administration, including benefits support, leave administration (FMLA/ADA), HRIS data integrity, and policy implementation.

Data & Process Improvement: Track basic HR metrics (retention, time-to-fill, engagement scores) and look for innovative ways to make HR.

Skills And Knowledge

• Knowledge of federal and state laws and department policies.
• Knowledge of standardized operations, policies, and guidelines that are used to solve routine and repetitive issues.
• Knowledge of principles, concepts, trends, and practices of human resource management.
• Knowledge of organizational structure and chain of command.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and writing.
• Ability to independently carry out assignments sometimes of a complex and confidential nature.
• Ability to interact with co-workers, public officials, agency employees, and general public.

Travel may be required; therefore, a valid driver’s license is required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Preference may be given to Candidates with these qualifications** TRAINING/EDUCATION
• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
• Substitution: Experience in human resources, payroll, bookkeeping, or accounting may be substituted for the required training/education through an established formula.

Experience

• Two (2) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid paraprofessional human resources, payroll, bookkeeping, or accounting experience.
• Substitution: Successful completion of graduate coursework from a regionally accredited college or university may be substituted for the required experience through an established formula.

Promotional Only: Four (4) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience as a Human Resources Specialist Associate.

Other Information

• Candidate Contact Name: Holly Vest
• Phone Number: 304-716-3016
• Email Address: [e-mail]

Permanent, full-time employees of the State of West Virginia, receive a wide variety of financial and personal job benefits. Specific information about benefits is available from the hiring agency.

Salary and Wages

Direct deposit (twice a month) Promotion Opportunities - With over 20,000 classified positions in state government, there are many opportunities to compete for transfer or promotional appointment.

Medical Insurance

Major medical, surgical, prescription drug, and other medical expenses. Choice of plans. The state pays the major part of the premium. Mountaineer Flexible Benefits (Optional Insurance) The Mountaineer Flexible Benefits program allows tax-free deductions for dental, vision, and disability insurance, as well as medical expenses not reimbursed by regular insurance coverage.

Life Insurance

The state provides a $10,000 decreasing term life policy with accidental death and dismemberment benefits. Additional group insurance is available.

Retirement Plan

The state offers an outstanding defined benefit pension plan. Employee contributes 4.5% of salary (tax-deferred).

Deferred Compensation

State employees have a unique opportunity to build retirement savings and reduce today's taxes by participating in a Section 457 deferred compensation plan. A 457 plan is similar to the 401K plans offered by private companies.

Annual Increment Pay

The annual increment is $60 for each full year of qualifying service, and is paid in July of each year. This is available to employees with 3 or more years of service.

Holidays

Twelve (12) paid holidays in each year.

Vacation

15 to 24 days per year depending on length of service.

Paid Sick Leave

We offer an outstanding paid sick leave benefit. Employees earn 1.5 days each month or 18 days per year. There is no limit to the amount of sick leave an employee can accumulate. Full compliance with Family Medical Leave and WV Parental Leave Act. Employee to Employee Leave Donation Program.

Military Leave - Paid Military Leave

Training, and Developmental Opportunities

We offer many formal in-house training classes. Many agencies also offer tuition reimbursement for job-related training and education provided by approved technical schools and colleges.

Suggestion Award Program

Employees may receive monetary award up to 20% of the first year savings for any approved and implemented work improvement suggestion.

Credit Union

Flexible Working Hours and Alternate Work Schedules

Day Care - State approved child Day Care facilities are located at the Capitol Complex.

Wellness Programs

Many state agencies provide special wellness and health related services to employees. Examples include: free health screening, special seminars and presentations, organized health related activities, health contact information, wellness promotion events, and healthy lifestyle information.

West Virginia is a Great Place to Live and Work

We offer challenging jobs with competitive benefits. But most of all, we offer the opportunity to further your career, meet your personal goals, and make a real difference in peoples lives. For more information about benefits visit our Benefits Web Site. Use your back button to return here.

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