Job Description

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10/19/2026 (11:59 PM ET)

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Human Resource Adminr

Pay Grade 15

Salary

$4,040.24 - $5,941.50 Monthly

Employment Type

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

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Hiring Agency

Tourism, Arts, & Heritage Cabinet | Kentucky Department of Parks

Location

500 Mero Street, 5th Floor

Frankfort, KY 40601 USA

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

Description

Wherever you travel in Kentucky, you are never far from a Kentucky State Park!

The Kentucky Department of Parks has a job opening for a Human Resources Administrator.

This position supports the Human Resources Division and Director and Assistant Director regarding Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) matters including the reasonable accommodation process, performance management administrator, Employee Suggestion System, training coordinator, and employee recognition.

We are looking for a skilled individual with the nuances needed to navigate disputes and that’s also excited to learn, grow, and make a difference! Our office is a highly collaborative environment and offers a supportive and growth-oriented atmosphere.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Provides technical advice in human resources to all levels of management and employees within Tourism, Arts and Heritage Cabinet by interpreting personnel laws and regulations, and park policies and procedures. Assists managers in human resources matters such as providing information on the grievance procedures and process, EEO/ADA complaints and requests for reasonable accommodations, hiring procedures, in accordance with personnel laws and rules.
• Administers the evaluation program for TAHC by interpreting laws, regulations, and procedures. Performs quarterly updates in KHRIS, reviews and documents performance plans, interim reviews, performance improvement plans, and year end evaluations. Keeps supervisors updated and informed on current policies and procedures.
• Provides technical advice and training on the evaluation program. Runs reports to assist the division in keeping up with timely completion and sends reminders to employees and supervisors of pending deadlines.
• Reviews and investigates complaints or grievances regarding EEO/ADA issues. Makes recommendations to the HR Director.
• Provides training and technical assistance to park management and employees as needed.
• Reviews and prepares EEO reports
• Serves as coordinator for agency training. Tracks training in MyPURPOSE and coordinates and conducts training for employees statewide as needed.

Skills and Expectations include but are not limited to the following:

• Knowledge of KHRIS, MyPURPOSE, MyPERFORMANCE and state government programs, regulations, procedures, and experience working in human resources.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Word, and Excel.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to remain adaptable, demonstrate empathy, and have active listening skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to keep up with multiple deadlines.
• Ability to remain neutral in disputes between employees and management and navigate conflict.

We offer a great package of employee and family-friendly benefits:

• 37.5-hour work week, with occasional overtime required.
• Paid Time Off - Annual and Sick Leave with longevity increases and paid holidays.
• Affordable first day Health Insurance, including options for a Health Reimbursement Arrangement, and/or Healthcare Savings or Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Life Insurance – optional coverage available for employees and eligible dependents.
• Dental and Vision insurances (optional).
• Retirement.
• Access to optional 401K or 457 plans, and financial planning services through Kentucky Deferred Comp.
• Lots of electronic, health and wellness, retail, travel, and entertainment discounts from participating providers.
• Employee Assistance Program, Employee Resource Groups, and Wellness Program.
• Complimentary Park familiarization visits for you and your immediate family.
• Employee meal and Parks gift shop discounts.
• Career development opportunities and on-the-job training with experienced HR professionals.

Minimum Requirements

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

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Three years of professional experience in Kentucky state government merit system human resource administration or Kentucky governmental employee benefits administration.

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.): Must provide documentation of successful completion of the Personnel Cabinet's Human Resources (HR) Academy to the agency's appointing authority within 12 months of employment in a position assigned this job classification.

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 Shawn Estep at shawnt.estep@ky.gov or 502.229.9226.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D