Human Resources Specialist 1, Division of Personnel - Kanawha Co
State of West Virginia
Kanawha, IA
$29,047-53,736 per year
Permanent
Full-time
13 days ago
Nature of WorkThe Division of Personnel is comprised of six sections through which services and information are provided to state agencies and employees, and to the general public. The Classification and Compensation section is responsible for ensuring all covered positions within state government are properly classified and appropriately compensated. This section also works with state agencies and local health departments to assist in creative solutions for recruitment and retention issues.These positions participate in formal and informal training to develop the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform personnel work in the Classification and Compensation section of the Division of Personnel. Through the application of established job analysis methodologies, merit system regulations, policies and procedures learn to: accurately analyze and evaluate positions; process personnel transactions in a timely manner; research position history and organizational structure to determine appropriate classification; conduct job audits; consult with state agencies as required in the classification process; draft class specifications; develop and conduct salary surveys. Participate in classification studies. Assist in the development of new and innovative pay initiatives. Apply mathematical and statistical concepts in the formal analysis of salary surveys and other personnel data. Assist in drafting personnel policies. Require the ability to interact effectively with state employees, supervisors, managers, and the general public. Work requires advanced writing and analytical skills for use in drafting correspondence on sensitive issues, class specifications, and project reports. Occasional travel may be required. Must be proficient in the use of office software to include Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Google Workspace. Applicants with graduate degrees preferred.As a condition of employment, an inquiry into job related information will be completed. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal record and driving record check and verification of employment history, education and training. Failing to cooperate with this process, providing false or incomplete information, and/or discovery of disqualifying information may result in denial of or dismissal from employment irrespective of when discovered.Click The APPLY Link To Apply Online.IMPORTANT: Your eligible score will be based on information provided in your application; therefore, make sure your application is detailed and complete. You MUST complete ALL parts of the application, including the Work Experience section.ATTENTION: Applicant must verify post high school education by submitting an official transcript or diploma, training or licensure earned pertaining to this position by the closing date of the posting, if not previously verified. If you are claiming Veterans preference, please submit "MEMBER 4" form and/or your VA Letter.Please attach documents to the online application before submitting it. Or, you may email it to: or by mail to: WV Division of Personnel, 1900 Kanawha Blvd. E., Building 3, Suite 500, Charleston, WV 25305.This announcement is for one or more specific vacancies and only applies to the location(s) indicated. Your application will remain active for this job for 180 days or until the job is filled. Application for this job does not automatically qualify you for other positions. Be sure to submit your application for each position of interest. To receive an email notice anytime jobs in this or other categories are posted, you may choose to complete a from the slide-out menu located at the top left of our Job Opportunities page.Minimum QualificationsTraining: Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university.Substitution: Four (4) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid paraprofessional or professional experience related to human resources or public administration functions.OR Any combination of experience as described above and successful completion of college coursework from a regionally accredited college or university may be substituted for the above training on a year-for-year basis. Special Requirement: A valid driver's license may be required.***DETAILS OF RELATED EXPERIENCE MUST BE SHOWN IN THE WORK EXPERIENCE SECTION OF YOUR ONLINE APPLICATION***Other InformationApplicants with graduate degrees preferred.State employment offers a variety of benefits.
