What are the responsibilities and job description for the HR Administrator -Kentucky Historical Society (Non-Merit) position at Commonwealth of Kentucky?
Hiring Agency - Tourism, Arts, & Heritage Cabinet
Description
The Kentucky Historical Society (KHS), formed in 1836, is an agency in Kentucky’s Tourism, Arts, and Heritage Cabinet. The KHS campus has three sites in historic downtown Frankfort: The Old State Capitol; the Kentucky Military History Museum; and the Thomas D. Clark Center for Kentucky History serving as KHS headquarters with a signature museum, exhibits, library, research facilities, object and archival collections, museum store, and more. KHS is a Smithsonian Affiliate and has American Alliance of Museums accreditation.
To learn more about the Kentucky Historical Society, please visit https://history.ky.gov
The Kentucky Historical Society (KHS) seeks a Human Resources Administrator who works to fulfill the KHS mission and contributes to making KHS a thriving workplace environment. This position provides professional and technical advice to KHS leadership and works with KHS staff for all employment processes in human resource and payroll administration, including the interpretation and application of state statutes and regulations and federal labor laws. This position is the first point of contact for new hire onboarding and assists employees in having a successful and enriching work experience at KHS.
Responsibilities May Include, But Are Not Limited To
Preferred Skills And Abilities
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and current resume via email to khshr@ky.gov. No telephone calls are accepted. The deadline for submissions is May 9, 2025. Late and incomplete applications will not be considered.
Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION: Minimum of associate’s degree in human resources management, business, or related field.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Five (5) years of experience in human resources, payroll, benefits processing, or related field preferred.
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: Additional education will substitute for required experience on a year- for-year basis.
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: NONE
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Successful Kentucky state government human resource generalist (HRG) training certification must be undertaken if not already obtained. SHRM certification is desired but not required.
Working Conditions
This position will require the use of a computer and monitor and may require long periods sitting or standing in one place. This is an on-site office position with minimum travel.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Leah Craig at leah.craig@ky.gov or 502.782.4620.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
Description
The Kentucky Historical Society (KHS), formed in 1836, is an agency in Kentucky’s Tourism, Arts, and Heritage Cabinet. The KHS campus has three sites in historic downtown Frankfort: The Old State Capitol; the Kentucky Military History Museum; and the Thomas D. Clark Center for Kentucky History serving as KHS headquarters with a signature museum, exhibits, library, research facilities, object and archival collections, museum store, and more. KHS is a Smithsonian Affiliate and has American Alliance of Museums accreditation.
To learn more about the Kentucky Historical Society, please visit https://history.ky.gov
The Kentucky Historical Society (KHS) seeks a Human Resources Administrator who works to fulfill the KHS mission and contributes to making KHS a thriving workplace environment. This position provides professional and technical advice to KHS leadership and works with KHS staff for all employment processes in human resource and payroll administration, including the interpretation and application of state statutes and regulations and federal labor laws. This position is the first point of contact for new hire onboarding and assists employees in having a successful and enriching work experience at KHS.
Responsibilities May Include, But Are Not Limited To
- Foster a thriving workplace through professional development, support, and recognition of employees.
- Lead recruitment efforts for future team members.
- Oversee the personnel processes for KHS such as preparing position descriptions, processing personnel actions, and updating KHS employee handbook.
- Manage the semi-monthly payroll reconciliation.
Preferred Skills And Abilities
- Computer skills in Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Strong verbal and writing skills
- Problem solving
- Maintain confidentiality
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and current resume via email to khshr@ky.gov. No telephone calls are accepted. The deadline for submissions is May 9, 2025. Late and incomplete applications will not be considered.
Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION: Minimum of associate’s degree in human resources management, business, or related field.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Five (5) years of experience in human resources, payroll, benefits processing, or related field preferred.
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: Additional education will substitute for required experience on a year- for-year basis.
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: NONE
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Successful Kentucky state government human resource generalist (HRG) training certification must be undertaken if not already obtained. SHRM certification is desired but not required.
Working Conditions
This position will require the use of a computer and monitor and may require long periods sitting or standing in one place. This is an on-site office position with minimum travel.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Leah Craig at leah.craig@ky.gov or 502.782.4620.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
Salary : $50,147
