Human Resource Professional

Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified Full/Part-time: Full-Time Regular/Temporary: Regular Work Schedule: Monday - Friday Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes Veterans’ Preference Eligible: Yes Compensation: Annual Salary Range: $55,000.00 - $70,000.00 Hourly Pay Range: $26.44 - $33.65 Work-Life Balance Programs: Paid Leave: Vacation, Holidays, Parental, Military, Sick, Funeral and Jury Duty Employee Assistance Program For help managing daily life at no cost to you Infant at Work Program Voluntary Benefits: Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance First-Day Coverage: Medical Insurance Vison Insurance Tax Advantage Accounts: HSA, HRA, FSA with qualifying plans Life Insurance: Employer paid basic group life Optional group life insurance available at a reasonable cost. Retirement: KPERS and Deferred Compensation Other Benefits: Paid on-the-job training programs. Personal and Professional Development Opportunities Employee discounts with the STAR Program And more! Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information... Position Summary & Responsibilities: Position Summary: This Human Resource position is located in Topeka, at the District One Office Building, and is within the Bureau of Human Resources. This position serves as the Human Resource administrator for the KDOT District One Office and guides the area offices on procedural and policy information. This position is responsible for providing technical expertise in multiple human resource functions including, but not limited to employment, benefits, employee relations, recruitment, and classification. Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following: Responsible for the administration of all HR related matters for KDOT’s District One and supervision of the District Human Resource Professional staff under the direction of the District HR Manager. Provide functional leadership and guidance to the area office personnel regarding human resource practices, procedures, and policies. Provide problem resolution and consultation as needed, review personnel-related Standard Operating Manuals for content and functionality and provide input and recommendations for policy and procedural changes. Respond to district staff questions by researching pertinent topics and recommending courses of action under the direction of the District HR Manager. Work with district supervisors to determine the ability to accommodate work restrictions with field offices. Oversee the preparations and processing of personnel transactions and confidential employee personnel and medical files for employee relations, recruitment, hiring, and compensation. View the full position description Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: Three years of experience in planning, directing, organizing, managing, or administering personnel or human resource functions. Education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by the agency. Transcripts are required for education to be considered. Valid Driver’s License at time of appointment. Preferred Qualifications: Excellent interpersonal skills. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines. Ability to organize and prioritize. Excellent attention to detail. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. #J-18808-Ljbffr Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT)