Human Resources Generalist 1

Human Resources Generalist 1

Salary

$55,477.00 - $87,470.00 Annually

Location

Kanawha County, WV

Job Type

Full-Time Permanent

Job Number

PSC2600037 PSA

Department

Public Service Commission

Opening Date

10/27/2026

Closing Date

11/11/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

LOCATION OF VACANCY

KANAWHA

Civil Service Type:

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

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Nature of Work

Human Resources Generalist needed to assist in a variety of complex administrative responsibilities supporting a highly diverse workforce. Position is conveniently located in Charleston in comfortable working environment. Duties of this position directly support the human capital and employment initiatives for a regulatory agency. Under general supervision, perform a variety of full-performance level duties supporting the Human Resources Unit in multiple areas of human resources functions.

Perform primarily in areas of payroll, benefits and timekeeping. Assist with special projects as assigned and provide back-up support to other HR Unit personnel and areas, increasing efficiency and effectiveness of the Unit's operations.

Collect and maintain data pertaining to agency employees, work with a significant amount of confidential and sensitive data, and maintain a high degree of confidentiality in this role. The successful candidate must have working knowledge of and provide interpretation of applicable laws, rules and policies. Duties:

• Perform a variety of work across multiple areas of human resources.
• Serve as agency Payroll & Benefits Coordinator. Provide guidance to employees regarding payroll and benefits. Disseminate information about benefit changes, deadlines, open enrollment periods and eligibility. Process enrollments and changes in status, terminations and other updates on behalf of agency within PEIA Access system..

Also updates retirement changes via the CPRB Compass system relating to employee retirements and contribution refunds for separated employees.

• Review personnel action requests for appropriate action and compliance with applicable guidelines. Draft and review proposed HR documents and transactions utilizing wvOasis systems. Review and make UKG entries.
• Provide advice and counsel to management and employees on various policy and procedural matters. Seek counsel of HR attorney in application of laws and policies as required, and research historical precedent as required.
• Conduct human resources related training, employee orientation and onboarding.
• Perform various other administrative and support functions for the unit, including maintenance of unit and agency records, databases, organizational workflow, etc.
• Effectively communicate, verbally and in written form, with diverse groups.
• Initiate personnel transactions, utilizing wvOasis, HRM, UKG, NeoGov and other systems, relating to terminations and leaves of absence, requiring timely processing and impacts to payroll.
• Develop and maintain databases, spreadsheets, templates, forms and reports, utilizing Microsoft Office and other computer products.
• Perform other related duties as required.
• See the special salary range for the Public Service Commission below.

Minimum Qualifications

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

Substitution: Candidates may substitute related experience for the required education at the rate of one (1) year of experience for thirty (30) semester hours of education.

Experience: Two (2) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid professional human resources, payroll, bookkeeping or accounting experience.

Substitution: Graduate coursework from a regionally accredited college or university may substitute for the required experience at the rate of one (1) year of experience for fifteen (15) semester hours of education.

Note: A valid drivers license may be required.

Other Information

PSC salary exemption per West Virginia Code §24-1-1

Special salary range for the Public Service Commission:

The Public Service Commission has established a salary range of $55,477 to $87,470 for this classification.

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 as follows: Training: Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university. Substitution: Full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience in professional human resources, payroll, bookkeeping, or accounting substitutes for the required training at the rate of one (1) year equals thirty (30) semester hours. Experience: Two (2) years of paid full-time or equivalent part-time experience in professional human resources, payroll, bookkeeping, or accounting. Substitution: Graduate coursework from an accredited college or university may substitute for the required experience at the rate of fifteen (15) semester hours equals one (1) year of experience. Note: A valid drivers license may be required. 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 resume 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 resume. Before answering any of the following questions concerning your qualifications, please read and familiarize yourself with the following West Virginia Division of Personnel work experience definition: Professional - Work which requires the application of theories, principles and methods typically acquired through completion of a Bachelors degree or higher or comparable experience; requires the consistent exercise of discretion and judgment in the research, analysis, interpretation and application of acquired theories, principles and methods to work product. How do you qualify for this job title? Please select the option that best describes both your training and your total years of qualifying work experience.

• I have a Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university PLUS at least two (2) years but less than four (4) years of paid full-time or equivalent part-time work experience in professional human resources, payroll, bookkeeping, or accounting OR I have a total of at least six (6) years but less than eight (8) years of paid full-time or equivalent part-time paid work experience in professional human resources, payroll, bookkeeping or accounting.
• I have a Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university PLUS at least four (4) years but less than six (6) years of paid full-time or equivalent part-time work experience in professional human resources, payroll, bookkeeping, or accounting OR I have a total of at least eight (8) years but less than ten (10) years of paid full-time or equivalent part-time paid work experience in professional human resources, payroll, bookkeeping or accounting.
• I have a Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university PLUS at least eight (8) or more years of paid full-time or equivalent part-time work experience in professional human resources, payroll, bookkeeping, or accounting OR I have at a total of least ten (10) years or more years of paid full-time or equivalent part-time paid work experience in professional human resources, payroll, bookkeeping or accounting.
• I do not meet any of the above training and experience requirements. (Please do not apply.)

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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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Were all of the jobs listed on your application or resumé full-time positions? If not, please list your part-time positions below. If all of your jobs were full-time, please enter "Yes".

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Were all of the jobs listed on your online application or resumé paid? If not, please list your unpaid positions below. If all of your jobs were paid, please enter "Yes". Please note that compensation may not only be salary or wages; it may also be room and board, gas mileage, etc.

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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.

Required Question

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