What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resource Specialist Senior position at Commonwealth of Kentucky?
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5/13/2026 (8:00 PM EDT)
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Human Resource Specialist Senior
Pay Grade 13
Salary
$3,491.98 - $5,237.96 Monthly
Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 40.0 HR/WK
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Hiring Agency
General Government Cabinet | Department of Veterans Affairs
Location
1111 Veterans Way
Bowling Green, KY 42101 USA
Description
The Bowling Green Veteran Center is a skilled nursing facility that cares for the Commonwealth of Kentucky’s Veterans. Our mission is to Serve Kentucky’s Veterans by fostering independence, preserving dignity, and providing compassionate care.
The Human Resource Specialist Senior position is responsible for primary administration of payroll, benefits, and other employee services at the Bowling Green Veterans Center.
Responsibilities May Include, But Are Not Limited To
EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Two years of professional experience in human resource 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.): NONE
Working Conditions
Incumbents working in this job title perform duties in an office setting. Occasional 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 Cate Sanders at Cate.Sanders@ky.gov or 270-779-6463.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
5/13/2026 (8:00 PM EDT)
req78166
Human Resource Specialist Senior
Pay Grade 13
Salary
$3,491.98 - $5,237.96 Monthly
Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 40.0 HR/WK
Click here for more details on state employment.
Hiring Agency
General Government Cabinet | Department of Veterans Affairs
Location
1111 Veterans Way
Bowling Green, KY 42101 USA
Description
The Bowling Green Veteran Center is a skilled nursing facility that cares for the Commonwealth of Kentucky’s Veterans. Our mission is to Serve Kentucky’s Veterans by fostering independence, preserving dignity, and providing compassionate care.
The Human Resource Specialist Senior position is responsible for primary administration of payroll, benefits, and other employee services at the Bowling Green Veterans Center.
Responsibilities May Include, But Are Not Limited To
- Inputs time corrections for staff, ensures appropriate number of hours worked in a week.
- Works closely with supervisors to adjust time for staff.
- Determines and prepares adjustments to payroll records, processes refunds, supplemental checks as necessary.
- Conducts payroll audits.
- Responsible for entering employee benefits such as health, life, and dental insurances.
- Provides technical assistance.
- Strong Interpersonal Skills.
- Professionalism.
- Confidentiality.
- Adaptability and Flexibility.
- Self-Starter.
- Time Management Skills.
- Compassionate.
EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Two years of professional experience in human resource 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.): NONE
Working Conditions
Incumbents working in this job title perform duties in an office setting. Occasional 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 Cate Sanders at Cate.Sanders@ky.gov or 270-779-6463.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
Salary : $3,492 - $5,238