Administrative Specialist Senior

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Advertisement Closes 9/20/2026 (11:59 PM ET) 2604445 Administrative Specialist Senior Pay Grade 13 Salary $3,273.74 - $4,910.60 Monthly Employment Type EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK   Click here for more details on state employment. Hiring Agency Transportation Cabinet | Department of Highways Location 421 Buttermilk Pike Ft Mitchell, KY 41017 USA Description The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is committed to meeting or exceeding the needs and expectations of our customers. Our focus is on people: our customers, our employees, and our partners. We will continually improve both the delivery of our products and services and the processes that support that delivery to provide a safe, efficient, environmentally sound, and fiscally responsible transportation system that delivers economic opportunity and enhances the quality of life in Kentucky. By joining the District 6 Administration Office as an Administrative Specialist Senior in Kenton County, you'll have the opportunity to provide professional support for the Executive Director office in developing, implementing, maintaining various complex programs, projects, and activities. Summary of Responsibilities: Provides professional support to executive director, branches, and sections, serves as district liaison with Office of Human Resources. Provides administrative support for the district preparing, reviewing and processing district personnel evaluations and docs. Provides administrative support for the Executive Director by assisting in daily activities, preparing, reviewing and maintaining office documents. Provides complex and, or, technical support relative to evaluations, insurance information,Technology HEAT system support and human resources to agency management and employees. Reviews and processes all midterm and year end evaluations. Reviews for accuracy and completion before submitting to Central Office. Prepares all new hire paperwork and performs employee orientation. Serves as district insurance coordinator answering questions and assisting employees with enrollment. Serves as back up to the switchboard operator when needed. Maintains personnel correspondence files. Performs other duties as assigned. Ideal candidate will have experience in: Experience working on strict deadlines. Experience in administrative duties, working in Microsoft programs such as Outlook, Word, Excel and experience in MyPurpose. Organizational, communication, and customer service skills. Interacting with people daily. Benefits and Perks: Comprehensive health with optional dental and vision insurance Retirement savings Professional development opportunities and ongoing trainings A collaborative and innovative work environment Employee wellness programs Paid leave, (sick, vacation, etc) and paid holidays First day health insurance coverage Telecommuting work schedules (after completing probation period) Additional position information: Office setting environment. Sitting at a desk. Travel may be required for training. If you are looking for a rewarding career with a culture of employee involvement, where teamwork is the norm and measurement of performance is essential, the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is for you! We invite you to apply for the opportunity to allow you to expand your learning potential while providing a steady paycheck and benefits. 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: Three years of professional, administrative, or business experience. Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: Additional education will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis. Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Additional administrative, business, research, and/or clerical experience will substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE Working Conditions Incumbents working in this job title primarily perform duties in an office setting. 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 Karen Kinman at or 859-341-2700. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D