Human Resources Generalist I

WAGE: $29.85 - $44.77 DEPARTMENT: Human Resources BENEFITS: Health, Dental, Vision, Retirement, 401k match, Sick/Vacation, Life Insurance, Short-term Disability, Accident, Critical Illness; Parental Leave; Maternity Leave PERSONNEL STATUS: Full Time JOB OVERVIEW: Under the general guidance and supervision of the Human Resources (HR) Director, provides timely day-to-day support for human resources needs within the employment cycle, including, but not limited to, recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, policy administration, human resource information systems, performance management, and off-boarding. Acts as first-line contact, resource facilitator, and business partner, coordinates problem resolution with subject matter experts. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Serves as consultant to assigned or requesting departments on HR matters, with a prime focus on recruitment. Participates in a variety of recruitment activities so that the organization's recruitment process is efficient, effective and equitable. Prepares job descriptions and job postings in accordance with the County's recruitment standards. Responds to inquiries about the County's recruitment activities and status of job vacancies. Contacts candidates, schedules interviews, and develops interview questions with the hiring manager so that interviews are conducted efficiently and equitably. Interviews, tests, ranks, checks references, selects candidates and provides feedback to unsuccessful candidates based on the job's pre-established selection criteria and the County's recruitment policies. Maintains applicant tracking systems and ensures accurate documentation for job postings. Prepares job offer materials in accordance with the job specifications so successful candidates have all necessary information to decide to accept the position. Supports and teaches new hire orientations and onboarding processes to ensure a smooth transition for new employees. Provides HR support to employees such as answers policy questions, completes verification of employment requests, maintains and update employee records, including personal information, employment contracts, and benefits documentation. Ensure all employee files are kept confidential and organized in compliance with company policies and legal requirements. Participates in a variety of human resources special projects, employee engagement activities, and event planning, as assigned by Director. Drive employee engagement efforts through execution of employee feedback survey, analysis of results, and development and exaction of engagement strategy. Assist in preparing HR reports, such as headcount, turnover, and leave reports as assigned by Director. Maintain the HR information system (HRIS) by updating employee records, running reports, and ensuring data accuracy. Other duties as assigned. Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the listed examples include all duties which may be found in positions of this class. Applicants must be prepared to demonstrate the ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in business or human resource management, Public Administration, or a closely related field is preferred. Experience: One to three years of full-time professional office experience, preferably in a human resource setting. An acceptable combination of education and experience may be considered. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSA): Knowledge of: Working technical knowledge of Human Resource Management principles and practices; federal and state employment laws and regulations; investigative techniques; modern office methods, procedures, and equipment. Skills and Abilities to: Professional communication; organization skills; problem-solving; operating all applicable computer hardware and software applications; strong written and oral communication skills. Ability to properly handle sensitive information/records and maintain strict confidentiality, work well under stress and pressure. Work with detail and maintain a high degree of accuracy. Ability to occasionally travel to alternate work locations. Work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and at various organizational levels. Advise others about County policies and procedures. Follow written and oral instructions. Operate computer equipment and applicable software. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, employees, other agencies, and the general public. YOUR SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS : SHRM-CP or PHR Certification preferred. Due to the nature of this position, the successful candidate may be required to complete a pre-employment background check prior to starting the position. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.