Job Description

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11/9/2025 (8:00 PM EDT)
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Administrative Specialist
Pay Grade
12
Salary
$2,976.04 - $4,334.20 Monthly
Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

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Hiring Agency
Transportation Cabinet | Department of Highways
Location
109 Loraine Street

Pikeville, KY 41501 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 which 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 our District 12 Engineering Support Branch in the Permits Section as an Administrative Specialist in Pike County, you'll have the opportunity to provide professional administrative support to the Transportation Engineering Supervisor and Permit Inspectors in the Traffic Engineering & Permits Section of Engineering Support Branch.



Holders of the Administrative Specialist position will complete tasks such as:
Provide professional administrative support to the Transportation Engineering Supervisor and Permits Inspectors in the Branch. Prepare correspondence. Maintain permit files. Answer telephone. Monitor requested responses to the public and others as needed. Compile responses to open records requests.

Ideal Candidate will have experience in:
Required to have a minimum of one year of professional, administrative, or business experience. Have a valid drivers license. Be a team player, self-motivated, strive for quality results, take pride in their accomplishments and have a desire to advance in their personal development. The ideal candidate should possess a professional attitude, excellent communication skills, and an advanced computer skillset. Experience with answering trouble calls, monitoring incoming and outgoing mail, and organizational skills. Proficient in Microsoft Windows programs such as Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.

Benefits and Perks:
Comprehensive health with optional dental and vision insurance. Retirement savings. Professional development opportunities and ongoing training. A collaborative and innovative work environment. Employee wellness programs.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.



The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) 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. KYTC 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 KYTC has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or https://www.e-verify.gov/.



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:

One year 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 Mary Westfall-Holbrook at MaryW.Holbrook@ky.gov or 606-433-7791.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D