What are the responsibilities and job description for the HR Administrator -Kentucky Historical Society (Non-Merit) position at Commonwealth of Kentucky?
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4/15/2026 (8:00 PM EDT)
26-01316
HR Administrator -Kentucky Historical Society (Non-Merit)
Salary
$50,146.72 Annually
Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | INELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | NON-CHAPTER | 37.5 HR/WK
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Hiring Agency
Tourism, Arts, & Heritage Cabinet | Kentucky Historical Society
Location
100 West Broadway
Frankfort, KY 40601 USA
Description
The Kentucky Historical Society (KHS), formed in 1836, is an agency in Kentucky’s Tourism, Arts, and Heritage Cabinet. The KHS campus has three sites in historic downtown Frankfort: The Old State Capitol; the Kentucky Military History Museum; and the Thomas D. Clark Center for Kentucky History serving as KHS headquarters with a signature museum, exhibits, library, research facilities, object and archival collections, museum store, and more. KHS is a Smithsonian Affiliate and has American Alliance of Museums accreditation. To learn more about the Kentucky Historical Society, please visit https://history.ky.gov
The Kentucky Historical Society (KHS) seeks a Human Resources Administrator who works to fulfill the KHS mission and contributes to making KHS a thriving workplace environment. This position provides professional and technical advice to KHS leadership and works with KHS staff for all employment processes in human resource and payroll administration, including the interpretation and application of state statutes and regulations and federal labor laws. This position is the first point of contact for new hire onboarding and assists employees in having a successful and enriching work experience at KHS.
Responsibilities May Include, But Are Not Limited To
Preferred Skills And Abilities
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and current resume via email to khshr@ky.gov. No telephone calls are accepted. The deadline for submissions is April 15, 2026. Late and incomplete applications will not be considered.
KHS is an agency of the Tourism, Arts, and Heritage Cabinet of the Commonwealth of Kentucky. KHS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, age, pregnancy or related medical condition, marital or familial status, disability, veteran status, political affiliation, or genetic information in accordance with state and federal law.
Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION: Minimum of associate’s degree in human resources management, business, or related field.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Five (5) years of experience in human resources, payroll, benefits processing, or related field preferred. Successful Kentucky state government human resource generalist (HRG) training certification must be undertaken if not already obtained. SHRM certification is desired but not required.
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: Additional education will substitute for required experience on a year- for-year basis.
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: NONE
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE
Working Conditions
This is a 37.5 hour workweek, Monday-Friday, with occasional evening and weekend hours. This position will require the use of a computer and monitor and may require long periods sitting or standing in one place. This is an on-site office position with minimum travel.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Leah Craig at KHSHR@KY.gov or 502.782.4620.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
4/15/2026 (8:00 PM EDT)
26-01316
HR Administrator -Kentucky Historical Society (Non-Merit)
Salary
$50,146.72 Annually
Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | INELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | NON-CHAPTER | 37.5 HR/WK
Click here for more details on state employment.
Hiring Agency
Tourism, Arts, & Heritage Cabinet | Kentucky Historical Society
Location
100 West Broadway
Frankfort, KY 40601 USA
Description
The Kentucky Historical Society (KHS), formed in 1836, is an agency in Kentucky’s Tourism, Arts, and Heritage Cabinet. The KHS campus has three sites in historic downtown Frankfort: The Old State Capitol; the Kentucky Military History Museum; and the Thomas D. Clark Center for Kentucky History serving as KHS headquarters with a signature museum, exhibits, library, research facilities, object and archival collections, museum store, and more. KHS is a Smithsonian Affiliate and has American Alliance of Museums accreditation. To learn more about the Kentucky Historical Society, please visit https://history.ky.gov
The Kentucky Historical Society (KHS) seeks a Human Resources Administrator who works to fulfill the KHS mission and contributes to making KHS a thriving workplace environment. This position provides professional and technical advice to KHS leadership and works with KHS staff for all employment processes in human resource and payroll administration, including the interpretation and application of state statutes and regulations and federal labor laws. This position is the first point of contact for new hire onboarding and assists employees in having a successful and enriching work experience at KHS.
Responsibilities May Include, But Are Not Limited To
- Foster a thriving workplace through professional development, support, and recognition of employees.
- Lead recruitment efforts for future team members.
- Oversee the personnel processes for KHS such as preparing position descriptions, processing personnel actions, and updating KHS employee handbook.
- Manage the semi-monthly payroll reconciliation.
Preferred Skills And Abilities
- Computer skills in Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Strong verbal and writing skills
- Problem solving
- Maintain confidentiality
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and current resume via email to khshr@ky.gov. No telephone calls are accepted. The deadline for submissions is April 15, 2026. Late and incomplete applications will not be considered.
KHS is an agency of the Tourism, Arts, and Heritage Cabinet of the Commonwealth of Kentucky. KHS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, age, pregnancy or related medical condition, marital or familial status, disability, veteran status, political affiliation, or genetic information in accordance with state and federal law.
Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION: Minimum of associate’s degree in human resources management, business, or related field.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Five (5) years of experience in human resources, payroll, benefits processing, or related field preferred. Successful Kentucky state government human resource generalist (HRG) training certification must be undertaken if not already obtained. SHRM certification is desired but not required.
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: Additional education will substitute for required experience on a year- for-year basis.
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: NONE
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE
Working Conditions
This is a 37.5 hour workweek, Monday-Friday, with occasional evening and weekend hours. This position will require the use of a computer and monitor and may require long periods sitting or standing in one place. This is an on-site office position with minimum travel.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Leah Craig at KHSHR@KY.gov or 502.782.4620.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
Salary : $50,147