Employment Opportunities

PERSONNEL CABINET LAUNCHES NEW CAREER OPPORTUNITIES SYSTEM
New On-Line System Makes Searching and Applying for State Jobs Easier

The Personnel Cabinet has launched a new on-line employment system, Career Opportunities (COS). This new system benefits applicants, Commonwealth agencies, and the Personnel Cabinet in the following ways:

COS will allow Applicants to:

     ∙ Create, View and Update their employment application and personal information on-line
     ∙ Apply for vacant positions via the Internet 24/7 eliminating the need to travel to Frankfort 
     ∙ Electronically search for job vacancies and be notified by email of vacancies for which they may want to apply

COS will allow Agencies to:

     ∙ Develop job postings which target specific knowledge, skills, and abilities they are looking for in an applicant
    ∙ Receive registers consisting of qualified, interested applicants
     ∙ View applicant’s information on-line
     ∙ Conduct electronic searches of applicant information for desired/required skills, education, and experience
     ∙ Have on-line approval functionality for the hiring process

COS will allow the Personnel Cabinet to:

     ∙ Work closely with the hiring agencies to develop job postings which target specific knowledge, skills,
        and abilities that agencies are looking for in a candidate
     ∙ Continue to qualify candidates for job classifications 
    ∙ Have the ability to conduct an electronic search of candidate information based on desired/required
        skills, education, and experience to produce a better register of candidates for the requesting agency
     ∙ Have expanded reporting ability

For more information about COS, go to the Personnel Cabinet’s COS web page at http://personnel.ky.gov/employment/.  There you will find links to a 5-minute COS Overview, a list of Frequently Asked Questions, a step-by-step application tutorial, and Live Help where a Customer Service Representative is available to answer your questions.

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The Kentucky Department of Corrections is seeking applicants for the following positions:

Correctional Officer – Beginning Salary: $22,595.04. Duties: Stands watch in corridors of buildings, towers, and other security posts. Takes required action during emergencies to prevent escapes and suppress disorders. Oversees inmates/patients inside and outside the institution. Takes periodic counts of inmates/patients. Searches inmates/patient’s person, mail and quarters for contraband. Makes written reports on violations on institutional rules. Takes proper use of weapons. Transports inmates/patients. Minimum Requirements: High school graduate or GED. Must be twenty-one years of age.

Probation & Parole Officer - Beginning Salary: $28,191.36. Duties: Supervises and counsels all assigned probationers, parolees and other designated clientele. Interviews client to gather information. Maintains dialogue with client. Investigates and verifies information. Advises client of legal rights. Formulates, develops and monitors plan of supervision for client. Acts as liaison between client and legal and enforcement authorities. Makes contacts, referrals and arrangements for client’s housing, employment, education, etc. Prepares and maintains detailed client records and reports. Provides testimony and evidence in hearings or trials concerning violation of terms of probation or parole. When necessary, arrests and/or transports violators to proper authority. Prepares all necessary documentation requested by courts, central office, or Parole Board for hearings or legal purposes. Minimum Requirements: Bachelor’s degree. Must be twenty-one years of age.

Hiring for these two positions are on an on-going basis. For more information on these positions, please contact Teresa Harris, Recruitment Branch Manager, P.O. Box 2400, Frankfort, Ky. 40602. Telephone: 502-564-4636; Fax 502-564-3571; Email:  teresa.harris@ky.gov. 

The Department of Corrections is actively involved in the recruitment and promotion of minorities and is committed to building a more diversified work force that will best represent all people, regardless of race or gender. The Department has worked diligently to promote job fairs throughout the state with emphasis on minority hiring. As a result of this endeavor, over 300 new employees were hired in 2005, with the majority being African-American. These series of job fairs proved to be a true testament that carefully planned recruitment efforts can be successful. For the first time in history, the Department achieved a record of 11% African-American female workforce, with total minority hiring averaging 16.6% in 2005.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER M/F/D

Morris Multimedia, Inc.

WTVQ-TV has the following employment opportunities available.

ANCHOR/REPORTER, WEEKDAY: WTVQ- TV (ABC), Lexington, Ky is looking for an energetic, dynamic lead anchor/reporter. The selected candidate must have strong on-air presence, writing skills, and the ability to connect with viewers from the anchor desk and in community involvement settings. Additionally, outstanding copy editing skills, an energetic delivery and excellent ad-lib abilities during breaking news coverage are all essential. This newsroom leader must understand the importance of enterprise reporting, developing sources and research. Minimum requirements include four years experience as an anchor and reporter as well as grasping the team approach.EOE M/F!DIV. WTVQ is a drug free environment and reserve the right to administer random drug testing as deemed necessary. For consideration submit a resume, salary history, references and non-returnable DVD or VHS tape to Human Resources, WTVQ- TV, 6940 Man O' War Blvd., Lexington, KY 40509.

WEEKEND WEATHER ANCHOR/REPORTER: WTVQ- TV (ABC), Lexington, Kentucky is now accepting resumes for a weekend weather anchor/reporter. The successful candidate should have a minimum of three years' experience with the ability to produce/anchor accurate, creative and easy-to understand weathercasts. AMS &/or NW A accreditation is preferred. The creative story-teller selected must have sound news judgment and excellent news writing skills for all platforms. Creative individuals with superior communication and presentation skills are encouraged to apply. EOE M/F/DIV. WTVQ is a drug free environment and reserve the right to administer random drug testing as deemed necessary. Send non­returnable tape and resume to Doug Hogan, News Director, WTVQ-TV, 6940 Man 0' War Blvd, Lexington, KY 40509.

MARKETING DIRECTOR: The ABC Affiliate WTVQ-TV/DT in Lexington, Kentucky is seeking an energetic marketing director that can do it all. WTVQ-TV/DT are looking for a brand-focused strategic planner who gives our advertising, marketing and community involvement direction. Experience with outside media plans, budgeting and web site management are important. College degree required, plus 3-5 yrs. experience. If you have outstanding creativity and a desire to make a difference, WTVQ-TV/DT wants to talk to you about joining the team! EOE MIFIDIV. WTVQ is a drug free environment and reserve the right to administer random drug testing as deemed necessary. Please send tape and resume to: Human Resources, WTVQ-TV, 6940 Man O'War Blvd., Lexington, KY 40509 or e-mail your resumeto:HR@v.tvq.com

INTERACTIVE ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE: WTVQ is searching for an Account Executive for wtvq.com. This dynamic individual will sell online advertising to existing, new and prospective accounts. There is unlimited growth potential. WTVQ offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability, 401(k), paid vacation and sick leave. Applicants should have a strong advertising sales background, with experience in internet ad sales. WTVQ is looking for someone with a great attitude, professional communication skills, ability to do a large number of cold calls/presenta-tions, and a burning desire to succeed! This is a growing industry, and a great place to grow! If you love to sell in a positive team environment and possess professional maturity, WTVQ would like to talk to you. EOE M/F/DIV. WTVQ is a drug free environment and reserve the right to administer random drug testing as deemed necessary. Please send resume to: WTVQ, 6940 Man O' War Blvd., Lexington, KY 40509 or email to HR@wtvq.com.

If you choose, you may fax your resume to (859)293-0530 or email it to hr@wtvq.com.

Morris Multimedia, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V