Human Resource Branch Manager

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12/18/2025 (7:00 PM EST)

25-07068

Human Resource Branch Manager

Salary

$70,582.80 - $78,425.28 Annually

Employment Type

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

Hiring Agency

Cabinet for Health & Family Services | Office of the Secretary

Location

275 E Main Street, 5C-D
Frankfort, KY 40621 USA

Description

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

The Cabinet for Health and Family Services, Office of Human Resource Management (OHRM), is seeking a Human Resource Branch Manager to lead and inspire a team of HR professionals. This role is ideal for an experienced HR leader with strong knowledge of state government practices and a commitment to supporting employees.

OHRM is committed to providing reliable HR services, supporting employees, and partnering with agencies across the Cabinet. We’re looking for someone who enjoys working in a collaborative environment that values teamwork, growth, and continuous improvement.

The Human Resource Branch Manager will:

• Provide leadership, guidance, and supervision to HR Generalists and support staff within a Cabinet-level HR Branch.
• Oversee daily HR operations, ensuring consistency, compliance, and efficiency.
• Deliver training and coaching to HR staff in areas such as personnel, payroll, time administration, and employee benefits.
• Provide technical assistance and consultation to agency staff and leadership on complex HR issues.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement solutions to enhance service delivery.
• Coordinate and manage special projects that support Cabinet-wide HR initiatives.
• May serve as a Designated Appointing Authority when assigned.
• Perform other duties as needed to support the Cabinet’s HR mission.

The ideal candidate will bring:

• Strong leadership and supervisory skills, with the ability to motivate and develop staff.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, especially in complex HR matters.
• A collaborative and approachable communication style, with the ability to build strong working relationships.
• A positive, professional, and adaptable attitude.
• In-depth knowledge of the KHRIS system, as well as state HR statutes, policies, and regulations.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail.

The Cabinet for Health and Family Services (CHFS) 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 U.S. CHFS 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 CHFS has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or https://www.e-verify.gov/.

Minimum Requirements

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 Beth Feddersen at Beth.Feddersen@ky.gov.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D