Human Resources Associate

Human Resources Associate

Salary

$32,862.00 - $56,373.00 Annually

Location

Fayette County, WV

Job Type

Full-Time Permanent

Job Number

JSGS270012 PSA

Department

DHS - DCR - Gene Spadaro Juvenile Center

Opening Date

10/16/2026

Closing Date

11/1/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

LOCATION OF VACANCY

FAYETTE

Civil Service Type:

Classified - This Position is Covered Under the DOP Merit System.

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Nature of Work

Under general supervision, the Human Resources Associate performs professional HR operations within the facility, collaborating closely with the Division of Administrative Services to ensure all procedures comply with federal, state, and department laws, policies, and the Administrative Rule. Serving as a key resource across core HR functions, this position independently executes complex and confidential assignments spanning employee relations, payroll, benefits, and personnel records management. Core responsibilities include overseeing timekeeping and payroll accuracy, preparing disciplinary and adverse action correspondence, and managing FMLA, Workers' Compensation, and other leaves of absence using state operating systems including Kronos, NeoGov, and OASIS.

In addition to day-to-day personnel operations, the role drives full-lifecycle recruitment and hiring efforts-from attending career fairs and administering Correctional Officer testing to conducting background checks, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding new employees. The ideal candidate brings exceptional communication, organizational, and prioritization skills, a firm grasp of organizational structure and chain of command, and a comprehensive knowledge of state HR compliance standards. Will perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Training: Bachelors degree from a regionally accredited college or university.

Substitution: Candidates may substitute related experience in human resources, payroll, bookkeeping or accounting for the required education at the rate of one (1) year of experience for thirty (30) semester hours of education.

Note: A valid drivers license may be required.

State employment offers a variety of benefits. Click HERE to visit the Division of Personnels Benefits Page.

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The minimum qualifications for this job title are: Training: Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university. Substitution: Candidates may substitute related paid experience in human resources, payroll, bookkeeping, or accounting for the required education at the rate of one (1) year of experience equals thirty (30) semester hours of education. Note: A drivers license may be required (if so, this will be stated in the public job posting). Please note: All college, university or vocational school education, licensure or certification must be verified ONCE by attaching a copy of an official transcript, license, or certificate to your online application or by emailing it to the West Virginia Division of Personnel at: applicantservices@wv.gov YOU DO NOT HAVE TO VERIFY HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION OR THE EQUIVALENT. PLEASE DO NOT SEND HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMAS OR TRANSCRIPTS. You must only submit this documentation ONE TIME; please DO NOT SUBMIT DUPLICATE COPIES. Job duty descriptions of all experience MUST be included in the Work History section of your online application or be clearly stated on your attached resumé in order for them to be considered as qualifying experience toward the minimum qualifications. Please include details of daily job duties on your online application or resumé. How do you qualify for this job title?

• I have a Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university.
• I have at least four (4) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid work experience in human resources, payroll, bookkeeping, or accounting.
• I have a combination of college semester hours and paid work experience in human resources, payroll, bookkeeping or accounting to equal a total of four (4) years.
• I do not meet any of the above training and experience requirements. (Please do not apply.)

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How many total years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience do you have in human resources, payroll, bookkeeping, or accounting? Please remember that job duty descriptions of all experience MUST be included in the Work History section of your online application or be clearly stated on your attached resumé in order for them to be considered as qualifying experience toward the minimum qualifications. Please include details of daily job duties on your online application or resumé.

• I have a Bachelors degree with zero (0) up to less than two (2) years of paid experience in human resources, payroll, bookkeeping or accounting OR I have at least four (4) years but less than six (6) years of paid experience in human resources, payroll, bookkeeping or accounting.
• I have a Bachelors degree with at least two (2) but less than four (4) years of paid experience in human resources, payroll, bookkeeping or accounting OR I have at least six (6) years but less than eight (8) years of paid experience in human resources, payroll, bookkeeping or accounting.
• I have a Bachelors degree with at least four (4) but less than six (6) years of paid experience in human resources, payroll, bookkeeping or accounting OR I have at least eight (8) but less than ten (10) years of paid experience in human resources, payroll, bookkeeping or accounting.
• I have a Bachelors degree with at least six (6) years but less than eight (8) years of paid experience in human resources, payroll, bookkeeping or accounting OR I have at least ten (10) but less than twelve (12) years of paid experience in human resources, payroll, bookkeeping or accounting.
• I have a Bachelors degree with at least eight (8) or more years of paid experience in human resources, payroll, bookkeeping or accounting OR I have at least twelve (12) or more years of paid experience in human resources, payroll, bookkeeping or accounting experience.

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Type information about any college degrees, business school, vocational training or licensure here. You may also enter information about certification of ordination or ecclesiastical commission by an endorsing body or denomination here. Be as accurate as possible. This information will be used to determine your qualifications. For each entry, include details such as the degree, certificate or licensure earned, major/field of study, dates attended/graduated, and the name of the institution. Use the following examples as a guide:

• Degree: Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (Accounting) 12/09/2023 West Virginia State University
• Some college: 36 semester hours Spring 2021-Fall 2021 Marshall University
• Vocational-Technical school: 580 Clock Hours in Arc Welding May 2023 Ben Franklin Career Center
• Licensure/Certification: West Virginia Professional Engineering License 2024 If you have no relevant training or education to document, type "NONE" here.

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AFFIRMATION: I certify under penalty of law and disqualification that all statements are true and complete. I authorize the State of West Virginia and any agent acting on its behalf to conduct an inquiry into any job-related information contained in this application. I release the State of West Virginia and any agent acting on its behalf from any and all liability by reason of the request for such information. I further authorize and request each former employer, educational institution, or organization (including law enforcement agencies) to provide all information that may be sought in connection with this application. WE DO NOT ACCEPT THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTATION: Unofficial transcripts High school diplomas or transcripts Birth certificates Social Security Cards Driver's Licenses Passports These documents will be removed from your profile if submitted.

• I consent to the above statement.

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Employer West Virginia

Address 1900 Kanawha Blvd. East

Building 3 Suite 500

Charleston, West Virginia, 25305

Phone (304) 558-3950

Website http://personnel.wv.gov