Human Resources Generalist

JOB

The incumbent, under direction the Human Resources Manager, performs duties on a professional level working closely with multiple levels of management and employees in one or more key functional areas of Human Resources. Provides confidential consultation to City management in the effective management of their employees, and provides appropriate assistance and support to employees with needs relating to the Generalist's function assignments. May be required to work outside the normal working hours on occasion to complete tasks and attend events. Performs other duties as assigned.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Plans, designs, develops, implements, and evaluates human resources programs. Assists the HR Recruiter with job postings, facilitating additional focused advertisements, preparing supplemental questions, and serving as a departmental liaison in departmental interviews. Attends recruitment events and local job fairs. Responds to HR related surveys on behalf of the City. Compiles and analyzes statistical data; prepares and maintains a variety of monthly, quarterly and annual reports as assigned. Conducts research and responds to a variety of inquiries from employees and retirees. Responsible for the maintenance of the employee intranet Supports and assists the Benefits Coordinator with the City's annual open enrollment process. Assists the Administrative Assistant with public records requests and employee recognition programs including employee service awards and other staff award programs. Develops, formulates, plans, and implements wellness programs, events, and presentations based on identified wellness initiatives and goals (such as reducing health risks, medical costs, workers compensation costs and encouraging healthy lifestyles). Evaluates wellness initiatives, goals and related metrics. Assists fellow Human Resources/Risk Management staff members in the administration of benefit programs including medical insurance, dental insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance. Serves as a presenter during the new-hire orientation program, discussing employee education, training, and wellness. Coordinates and/or facilitates voluntary and mandatory employee training programs. Coordinates the placement of temporary staff utilizing the contracted temporary employment agency and maintains related correspondence and records. Gathers information for accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Assists with the development of Human Resources and Risk Management annual budgetAssumes the duties of other staff members in their absence. Performs other duties as required.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Knowledge of occupations and activities characteristic of local government.Knowledge of job classification analysis and wage survey techniques.Knowledge of the principles and techniques of modern Human Resources administration.Knowledge of the principles and practices of Human Resources management.Knowledge of Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS).Ability to make independent decisions and to assist in routine Managerial decisions.Ability to collect and analyze information, to interpret complex policies and other materials, and to assist in the development of workable solutions.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with officials, department directors, managers, supervisors, employees, and the general public.Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.Ability to work regularly scheduled hours and to work overtime as needed for special projects and labor negotiations.Ability to plan and organize work to meet deadlines and to work quickly and accurately to meet multiple and/or short deadlines.Ability to be flexible and change priorities at a moment's notice.Ability to deal tactfully with deadlines and interruptions.PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTSAbility to control behavior when encountering stressful situations or short deadlines and to maintain high level of concentration despite constant interruptionsAbility to see, read, and comprehend letters, numbers, words, characters, or symbols that are both large and small.Ability to print and draw letters, numbers, words, characters, and symbols which are legible and understood by others.Ability to stand and sit for periods longer than 30 minutes but not to exceed two hours consecutively.17Ability to learn complex tasks and remember how to complete tasks without assistance once trained.Ability to operate motor vehicle to drive to training centers or various departments as necessaryAbility to approach and interact with people of all backgrounds and the ability to think collaboratively with senior members of the organization.