Transportation Human Resources Generalist 1 - Lewis County

West Virginia Department of Transportation • Weston, WV

19h • Onsite

About The Position

This position performs entry-level paraprofessional human resources work at the district level within the Department of Transportation in one or more areas such as employee relations, timekeeping, personnel records, or related human resources functions. Analyzes information to determine appropriate procedures within law, rule, and policy to use in the administration of a variety of human resources functions. This class is also used as the beginning of the professional human resources class series. Performs work under direct supervision. Performs other related duties as required.

Requirements

• Knowledge of federal, state, and department laws, policies, and rules.
• Knowledge of organizational structure and chain of command.
• Knowledge of records processing and maintenance procedures and systems.
• Ability to follow established rules, regulations, standards, and guidelines with accuracy and in a timely fashion.
• Ability to operate standard computer programs and software and agency specific programs.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to independently carry out assignments sometimes of a complex and confidential nature.
• Ability to interact with co-workers, public officials, agency employees, and the general public to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
• Experience in human resources, payroll, bookkeeping, or accounting may be substituted for the required training/education through an established formula.
• No experience is required for this position.
• Valid driver’s license is required.

Nice To Haves

• Promotional Only : Two (2) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience as a Human Resources Specialist Associate.

Responsibilities

• Prepares human resources related documents and transactions in the designated area.
• Enters work hours, status changes, new employee information, and prepares for payroll processing.
• Prepares and reviews forms for human resources, payroll, and related areas.
• Maintains accurate human resources records.
• Provides guidance to employees and/or agencies on matters related to designated human resources areas.
• Enters and records human resources related data.
• Ensures that data and records are maintained in a manner which is user-friendly and can be readily accessed and utilized.
• Ensures work follows relevant federal and state laws.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level