What are the responsibilities and job description for the AOS III - Time Keeper/Staffing Coordinator position at Western State Hospital?
Title: AOS III - Time Keeper/Staffing Coordinator
State Role Title: Admin and Office Spec III
Hiring Range: Min Salary $43,150-Max Salary (with experience) $57,946
Pay Band: 3
Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop
Location: Western State Hospital
Agency Website: https://dbhds.virginia.gov/facilities/wsh/
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
Western State Hospital is currently hiring for a Staffing Coordinator. The schedule for this position will be:
Monday-Friday
First Shift
For this position the employee will be responsible for managing timekeeping for the nursing department. This position is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely timekeeping, supporting nursing leadership, accurately and timely tracking of time and attendance in compliance with hospital policies and state/federal regulations.
Key Responsibilities include maintaining the automated leave system, processing leaves, shift differentials, overtime workers' compensation, compensatory leave, and time adjustments. This position also plays a shared role in supporting the Kronos/UKG timekeeping systems and is responsible for generating reports to meet critical deadlines set by the Department of Accounts and Payroll, and supervisory staff.
In addition, this role serves as a point of contact for staff and supervisors regarding leave balances and usage, responding to inquiries in person, by phone, or email. It also involves preparing professional correspondence such as memos, letters, and reports related to time and leave management.
In addition to the above, this position provides backup for administrative and secretarial support to the Chief Nursing Executive (CNE), Assistant Chief Nursing Executive (ACNE), Registered Nurse Coordinators (RNCs), and the broader nursing department. This position may also be required to assist the scheduling office during downtime.
Minimum Qualifications
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
Application Requirements: Applications and résumés for this position are accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Electronic Recruitment System only. Interview decisions will be based solely on the information provided in your electronic application and/or résumé. Please ensure you clearly and specifically detail all relevant work experience; we will not make assumptions about your qualifications.
Applications/résumés will begin to be reviewed within five (5) days of the posting date.
Background Investigation: All applicants are subject to an extensive background investigation and a pre-employment drug screening. This investigation may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI), local agency checks, Department of Social Services/Child Protective Services checks, employment verification, and verification of education relevant to the position.
Under Virginia Code
Equal Opportunity: The Commonwealth of Virginia is committed to conducting all aspects of human resource management without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race, including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.* There shall be no retaliation against anyone making allegations of violations of this policy.
Veteran Preference: DBHDS is a Virginia Values Veterans (V3) certified employer and provides hiring preference to qualified veterans and service members. We strongly encourage veterans, active members of the Virginia National Guard, and U.S. Military Reserve members to apply to the state application and respond accordingly.
Contact Information
Name: Elizabeth Weber
Phone: 540-332-8056
Email: elizabeth.weber@dbhds.virginia.gov
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
State Role Title: Admin and Office Spec III
Hiring Range: Min Salary $43,150-Max Salary (with experience) $57,946
Pay Band: 3
Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop
Location: Western State Hospital
Agency Website: https://dbhds.virginia.gov/facilities/wsh/
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
Western State Hospital is currently hiring for a Staffing Coordinator. The schedule for this position will be:
Monday-Friday
First Shift
For this position the employee will be responsible for managing timekeeping for the nursing department. This position is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely timekeeping, supporting nursing leadership, accurately and timely tracking of time and attendance in compliance with hospital policies and state/federal regulations.
Key Responsibilities include maintaining the automated leave system, processing leaves, shift differentials, overtime workers' compensation, compensatory leave, and time adjustments. This position also plays a shared role in supporting the Kronos/UKG timekeeping systems and is responsible for generating reports to meet critical deadlines set by the Department of Accounts and Payroll, and supervisory staff.
In addition, this role serves as a point of contact for staff and supervisors regarding leave balances and usage, responding to inquiries in person, by phone, or email. It also involves preparing professional correspondence such as memos, letters, and reports related to time and leave management.
In addition to the above, this position provides backup for administrative and secretarial support to the Chief Nursing Executive (CNE), Assistant Chief Nursing Executive (ACNE), Registered Nurse Coordinators (RNCs), and the broader nursing department. This position may also be required to assist the scheduling office during downtime.
Minimum Qualifications
- Strong data entry, typing, and general clerical skills.
- Experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Knowledge of payroll timekeeping requirements and basic office procedures.
- Ability to use automated timekeeping systems such as Kronos/UKG or similar.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in handling high-volume data.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and communicate clearly with staff and supervisors.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
- Comfortable using standard office equipment (copiers, fax machines, etc.).
- Ability to perform basic math to verify timekeeping accuracy.
- Strong organizational and reasoning skills.
- Prior experience working in a healthcare or hospital setting.
- Experience with administrative duties in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
- Familiarity with centralized scheduling and leave management.
- Experience handling confidential HR or payroll-related matters.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities under pressure.
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain positive working relationships while ensuring compliance with policies and procedures.
- Experience using automated data systems beyond basic office software.
- Bilingual
- Veteran or veteran spouse
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
Application Requirements: Applications and résumés for this position are accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Electronic Recruitment System only. Interview decisions will be based solely on the information provided in your electronic application and/or résumé. Please ensure you clearly and specifically detail all relevant work experience; we will not make assumptions about your qualifications.
Applications/résumés will begin to be reviewed within five (5) days of the posting date.
Background Investigation: All applicants are subject to an extensive background investigation and a pre-employment drug screening. This investigation may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI), local agency checks, Department of Social Services/Child Protective Services checks, employment verification, and verification of education relevant to the position.
Under Virginia Code
- 37.2-314 and 37.2-408.1, the Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services (DBHDS) cannot employ or utilize as volunteers, individuals convicted of specific ("barrier") crimes or those with pending "barrier" charges.
Equal Opportunity: The Commonwealth of Virginia is committed to conducting all aspects of human resource management without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race, including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.* There shall be no retaliation against anyone making allegations of violations of this policy.
Veteran Preference: DBHDS is a Virginia Values Veterans (V3) certified employer and provides hiring preference to qualified veterans and service members. We strongly encourage veterans, active members of the Virginia National Guard, and U.S. Military Reserve members to apply to the state application and respond accordingly.
Contact Information
Name: Elizabeth Weber
Phone: 540-332-8056
Email: elizabeth.weber@dbhds.virginia.gov
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
Salary : $43,150 - $57,946