Apr 19, 2026

Administrative Specialist

Job Description

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26-01842
Administrative Specialist
Pay Grade
12
Salary
$18.31 - $27.47 Hourly
Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK
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Hiring Agency
Tourism, Arts, & Heritage Cabinet | Kentucky Department of Parks
Location
5465 State Park Road
Jamestown, KY 42629 USA
Description
The Administration Specialist at Lake Cumberland State Resort Park provides professional support in the review, evaluation, development, and implementation of the agency's activities. This position serves as a key resource for administrative operations across multiple departments and performs other duties as required.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
  • Ensure established parks procedures are followed as they pertain to purchasing, inventory, pricing, and marketing of resale items and the handling of cash and charge transactions.
  • Conduct business with company sales representatives and individuals as necessary to purchase sellable merchandise.
  • Maintain shop appearance through proper display of merchandise and appropriate housekeeping standards.
  • Prepare payroll records for all departments, prepare payroll worksheets, and process payroll information in KHRIS.
  • Prepare temporary staff payroll on a weekly basis and submit via designated link for supervisor’s approval.
  • Enter Purchase Orders and attach required documentation for appropriate approval.
  • Create PRC documents for approval and payment processing.
  • Prepare and process Daily Business Reports, JV2P documents and sales logs on a daily basis.
  • Count, verify, and balance receipts, including bank deposits, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
  • Produce Inventory and Daily Business Report copies with appropriate documentation for submission to Central Office.
  • Train, schedule, assign, and oversee the work of shop employees to ensure efficient and professional operations.
  • Perform duties of clerk/cashier as necessary to support staffing needs.
Comprehensive Benefits Package
  • Employee Discounts on parks services.
  • Professional Development and training opportunities.
  • Park Familiarizations.
Join our team and help preserve this important piece of American history while building a rewarding career with Kentucky State Parks.
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 Amanda Smith at amandas@ky.gov.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D

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