Human Resources Generalist

Overview

This position will remain open until filled, with applications reviewed on an ongoing basis. This job posting may be removed at any time without prior notice. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible for full consideration.

Our Core Values

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  - We lift up our community
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  - We take ownership of our collective performance
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  - We empower employees to grow

• The purpose of the position is to provide highly responsible and complex administrative support to the department. This is accomplished by using independent judgment in responding to inquiries; composing documents; processing account information; maintaining department records and documents; managing budget and grant information; coordinating payroll and purchasing activities; and supervising subordinate staff. Other duties include serving on committees; assisting with board and commission activities;
  
  and coordinating events or functions.
• Provides support to the department by responding to inquiries; answering complaints; directing and processing requests to personnel; scheduling and maintaining calendars; making travel arrangements; composing, forwarding and retaining documents and certifications; identifying and analyzing issues; preparing and submitting agenda items; and preparing and submitting special reports, grant applications and related documents.
• Completes budget activities by researching costs; monitoring expenditures; processing purchase requests and invoices; notifying supervision of costs; and responding to miscellaneous requests.
• Organizes and schedules meetings by completing agenda packets, posting notices and advertisements, recording official minutes and preparing meeting rooms.
• Creates and submits for approval the step increase status change forms for civil service personnel.
• Administers the current city performance evaluation module.
• Coordinates records retention programs by reviewing documents; maintaining retention schedules; updating staff; and scheduling documents destruction.
• Facilitates the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions; collaborates with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings.
• Conducts or acquires background checks.
• Implements new hire orientation and employee recognition programs.
• Performs routine tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including but not limited to compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development.
• Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices.
• Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.
• Answers and directs departmental phone calls.
• Performs other assigned duties.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field;
• Two (2) years of related work experience in human resource management;
• SHRM-CP or PHR certification preferred
• Or equivalent training, education, and/or experience; and
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Knowledge of City policies and procedures;
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Skill in using modern office equipment, to include copy machine, multi-line telephone systems, and computers;
• Skill in communicating effectively both orally and in writing; and
• Ability to follow procedures and implement processes to accomplish results;
• Ability to handle inquiries and complaints involving explanation of standard policies, procedures, and non-controversial matters;
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with City administration, other employees, and the general public.