We are seeking a proactive Human Resource Professional to support the State of Kansas - Hutchinson Correctional Fclty, assisting the Kansas Department for Children and Families with daily HR operations, comprehensive employee lifecycle support, and benefits administration in a hybrid Kansas City, KS setting. The role emphasizes regulatory compliance and fosters a productive work environment through general personnel support.
Responsibilities
- Oversee day-to-day human resources operations
- Support the entire employee lifecycle from onboarding through offboarding
- Administer personnel programs and related initiatives
- Manage benefits administration and related transactions
- Process employee transactions accurately and timely
- Provide general personnel support across teams
- Promote a positive and productive work environment
- Ensure legal and regulatory compliance across HR activities
Requirements
- Minimum of one year of experience in planning, directing, organizing, managing, or administering personnel or human resources functions
- Education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by the agency
- Valid Driver’s License
- Security clearance: a comprehensive background check (KBI criminal background, welfare fraud, driver’s license check, and Child/Adult Abuse and Neglect Central Registry) is required for all positions with the Department for Children and Families, potentially including fingerprinting and FBI checks; clearance must be obtained prior to employment and maintained throughout employment
- Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate: a valid certificate is a condition of employment; applicants offered a State job must obtain clearance within ten days via the Kansas Department of Revenue
- Experience in human resources: 1 year (Required)
- If a driver’s license is required for the position, applicants must submit a copy to the recruiter after interviews
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Compensation
Pay rate is $18.26 per hour, equating to $37,980.90 annually. The final salary may depend on the candidate’s qualifications and experience.
Post Offer, Pre-Employment Requirements
- Security clearance as described above is required before employment
- Maintain security clearance throughout tenure
Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate
A valid Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate is required for employment. Applicants offered a formal job offer must obtain the clearance within ten days via the Kansas Department of Revenue, which reviews individual accounts for compliance with Kansas tax law.
E-Verify
This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with Form I-9 information to confirm work authorization in the United States.
Application Question
Are you able to reliably commute to any of the following areas: Lawrence, Atchison, Leavenworth, Overland Park, or Kansas City?
Experience
- Human resources: 1 year (Required)
License / Certification
- Driver's License (Required)
Education
General
