Human Resource - Generalist

Human Resources Generalist

The Human Resources (HR) Generalist is responsible for the provision of day-to-day operations in support of the HR Department. All work is performed in accordance with City policies and procedures, in addition to local, state, and federal regulations. Essential Functions : The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various type of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

May be the primary or backup for the following HR functions :

• Implements HR policies and procedures, as directed by the Director, Deputy Director or HR Manager
• Maintains compliance with State and Federal regulations concerning employment
• Maintains knowledge of HR best practices and trends, existing and new legislation
• Maintains positive employee relations
• Performs department financial functions (i.e., budget, payroll, contracts & invoices), under direction
• Prepares fiscal reports, public records requests, and other administrative reports & documents
• Provides assistance and information to outside agencies, as directed
• Provides assistance with the administration of FMLA and other forms of leave
• Supports Civil Service processes to hire and promote public safety employees
• Provides general information and assistance to City Department managers and staff regarding HR policies and practices, including the posting of all current employment laws and updates; coordinates City website updates for HR pages.
• Assists Employee Engagement Specialist in new hire onboarding and orientation; processes new hires, employee transfers, promotions and terminations; schedules pre-employment physicals as needed.
• Oversees unemployment compensation and payment of invoices
• Maintains employee data records, current and archived in accordance with department protocols and federal and state retention regulations and schedules
• Conducts annual I-9 audit and maintains I-9 records in accordance with Federal regulations
• Along other staff, attends office counter, greeting and assisting members of the public and directing them to the appropriate staff person as required
• Oversees the schedule and work of seasonal and part-time staff
• Oversees and maintains office supply inventory
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

Recommended Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience : Associates Degree and three to five (3-5) years of Human Resources experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job. HRCI PHR or SHRM-CP Certification preferred.