Economic Service Worker Trainee - Human Services - BFA - Kanawha Co.
State of West Virginia
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Human Resources Assistant-DHS-DCR-St Marys Correctional Center & Jail-Pleasants Co.
State of West Virginia
DHS - DCR - Saint Marys Correctional Center and Jail
Location
West Virginia, 25305
Salary
$30,273 - $51,585
per year
Type
Closes
February 27, 2026More State jobs →
Job Description
Summary
This job is for an entry-level assistant in the human resources department at a correctional center in West Virginia, where you'll help with tasks like processing employee paperwork, managing records for hiring and benefits, and supporting payroll and timekeeping under close guidance.
It's ideal for someone with basic office experience who wants to start a career in HR, especially if you've handled clerical work in areas like payroll or employee support.
The role involves using state computer systems and explaining processes to new and existing staff.
Key Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Two years of full-time or equivalent paid clerical experience
- One year of experience in a support or paraprofessional role in human resources, payroll, bookkeeping, or accounting
- Ability to work under close supervision
- Proficiency in state operating systems such as Kronos, NeoGov, and OASIS
- Valid driver's license may be required
- Substitution allowed: one year of experience for every 30 semester hours of education
Full Job Description
VACANCIES: 1
COUNTY: PLEASANTS
Under close supervision, this position will be responsible for assisting the Human Resources Associate in completing, processing, and maintaining all forms, reports, files concerning Human Resources work in the areas of recruitment, employee relations, benefits, payroll, timekeeping, personnel records, employment and classification. Will utilize state operating systems such as Kronos, NeoGov, and OASIS.
Based on law, rule and policy, this position will assist new and current employees with understanding processes and completing forms for all human resource and payroll related issues.
Performs related duties as assigned.
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Qualifications
Training: High school diploma or the equivalent.Experience: Two (2) years of full-time or part-time equivalent paid clerical experience, one (1) year of which must have been in a support or paraprofessional role in human resources, payroll, bookkeeping or accounting.
Substitution: Candidates may substitute education for the required experience at the rate of one (1) year of experience for each thirty (30) semester hours of education.
Note: A valid driver's license may be required.
***Your complete work history is needed to qualify you for positions. Please be as detailed as possible and list all of your past employment.***
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