Staff Assistant

Kentucky Personnel Cabinet•Frankfort, KY

2d•$4,792 - $7,189•Onsite

About The Position

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is committed to meeting or exceeding the needs and expectations of our customers. Our focus is on people: our customers, our employees, and our partners. We will continually improve both the delivery of our products and services and the processes that support that delivery to provide a safe, efficient, environmentally sound, and fiscally responsible transportation system that delivers economic opportunity and enhances the quality of life in Kentucky. By joining our Department of Aviation as a Staff Assistant in Franklin County, you’ll have the opportunity to be in a fast-paced and engaging role, putting you right at the heart of the Commissioner’s Office where no two days are ever the same. You’ll play a key part in keeping operations running smoothly, making sure leadership can focus on big-picture goals while you help manage the details that make it all possible.

Requirements

Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree
Six years of administrative or management experience.
A master's degree will substitute for one year of the required experience.
Additional administrative, management, or research experience will substitute for the required education on a year for year basis.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in U.S. KYTC will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.

Nice To Haves

Emars
Microsoft Suite
Canva
AgilePoint
SAP/GUI HR Administrator
Occasional air travel is required in our state aircraft.
The Commissioner's Office attends meeting all across the state.
This position needs someone who is not afraid to talk to stakeholders, and is eager to help out.

Responsibilities

Serve as the chief administrative officer to the Commissioner and department staff, overseeing HR and actively participating in procurement, budgeting, and departmental operations.
Oversees payroll, employee relations, recruitment, and HR processes to ensure a positive, productive, and compliant workplace.
Assist department and division staff with program execution, providing guidance and operational support as needed.
Develops and designs all presentations and briefing materials for the Commissioner’s Office, ensuring information is clear, polished, and impactful for internal and external audiences.
Coordinates all aspects of employee travel, from planning and booking to reimbursements-ensuring a smooth, efficient, and cost-effective process.
Drive communication strategy and stakeholder engagement, including social media management and intergovernmental coordination.