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Human Resource Branch Manager

Commonwealth of Kentucky

Frankfort, KYFull-time$5,445.66–6,666.08/moSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed today

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Compensation
$5,445.66–6,666.08/mo
Location
Frankfort, KY
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

HR Academy Completion

Job overview

The Human Resource Branch Manager oversees the HR Branch within the Energy and Environment Cabinet’s Office of Administrative Services. The role manages staff and provides human resources services and guidance to employees and management across the cabinet, including benefits and compensation administration. The agency may authorize telecommuting, and may modify or end that arrangement at any time.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

LeadershipOrganizationAttention to DetailCommunicationTime Management

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree5 Years HR AdministrationHR Academy Completion

Full job description

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11/12/2026 (11:59 PM ET)

2605530

Human Resource Branch Manager

Pay Grade16

Salary

$5,445.66 - $6,666.08 Monthly

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | INELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

Click here for more details on state employment. (https://personnel.ky.gov/Pages/Careers.aspx)

Hiring Agency

Energy & Environment Cabinet | Office of Administrative Services

Location

300 Sower Blvd

Frankfort, KY 40601 USA

The agency may authorize the selected candidate to telecommute. The agency may terminate or modify the telecommuting arrangement at any time.

Description

The Energy and Environment has an exciting opportunity for a Human Resource Branch Manager! This position is in the Division of Human Resources Management within the Office of Administrative Services and serves a vital role in ensuring all employee benefits and compensation are administered efficiently and timely. If you enjoy working with people and providing customer in assisting staff and management in the areas of human resource management this is the job for you! The Human Resource (HR) Branch Manager will manage and oversee work within the Human Resource Branch and provide services to staff and all levels of management. This is a rewarding position working with all departments, divisions, and branches within the cabinet assisting with their HR needs.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Perform all aspects of human resources management for the HR Branch.

  • Manage, supervise and develop staff within the Branch.

  • Provide guidance on HR issues and programs. Approve leave request and conduct performance evaluations.

  • Provide technical assistance to Cabinet staff in the areas of HR Management.

  • Review and approve all KHRIS actions prior to submission the Personnel Cabinet.

  • Monitor, oversee and submit monthly increment listings to the Personnel Cabinet.

  • Conduct regular meetings with staff and all levels of management.

  • Oversee the Cabinets new employee orientation.

The ideal candidate for this position will have:

  • Leadership skills

  • Organizational skills

  • Attention to detail

  • Communication skills

  • Time management skills

EEC participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. EEC will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that EEC has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 orhttps://dhs.gov/e-verify

We look forward to reviewing your application!

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION:Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:Five years of professional experience in Kentucky state government merit system human resource administration or Kentucky governmental employee benefits 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.):Must provide documentation of successful completion of the Personnel Cabinet's Human Resources (HR) Academy to the agency's appointing authority within 12 months of employment in a position assigned this job classification.

Working Conditions

Incumbents working in this job title perform duties in an office setting. Minimal 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 David Dooley [email protected] ([email protected] ?Subject=2605530 - Human Resource Branch Manager) or 502-782-2566.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D

How this job compares

Set against the 707 open Human Resources Manager jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 7, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$5,445.66–6,666.08/mo
  • US median$95–126K/yr360 salary ranges
  • US median$45–58/hr20 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 707 open Human Resources Manager jobs across the US. 2% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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Experience
This posting asks for at least 5 years of experience; Human Resources Manager postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years at the median (554 postings).
Education
212 of the 707 open Human Resources Manager jobs (30%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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