Human Resource Generalist

JOB TITLE: Human Resource Generalist

Salary, FLSA Exempt – Non-Union

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS: Reports to Director of Human Resources & Operations

SUMMARY OF FUNCTION

Responsible for performing human resource related duties on a professional level working closely with senior management. The areas of responsibility include benefit administration, employee relations, training, performance management, onboarding, policy implementation, recruitment/employment, and employment law compliance. (Advancement opportunity after one year based on job performance)

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participate in the implementation of departmental goals, objectives, and systems.
• Maintain EEO-1 reports annually and other records, reports, and logs to conform to EEO regulations.
• Assist the Clerical Team in updating and maintaining the employee handbook and policies and procedures manual.
• Perform benefits administration to include claims resolution, change reporting and orchestration of annual open enrollment periods.
• Conduct recruitment efforts for all personnel including job description updates, placement of advertisements on all appropriate sites, testing and interview scheduling.
• Maintain human resource information system records and compile reports from the database.
• Maintain all personnel records in compliance with current laws and best practices.
• Plan and coordinate annual employee training as a means of meeting regulatory or legal requirements and mitigating risk.
• Coordinate and conduct exit interviews in conjunction with the Finance Department ensuring the collection of all City property and deactivation of all technology access.
• Assist in adherence to HR budgetary constraints.
• Performs other duties and special projects, as assigned

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information, records, and reports.
• Use critical thinking to effectively solve human resource issues.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to establish and maintain satisfactory relations with other employees through a high level of contact.
• Exceptional time management skills.
• Ability to handle a multitude of issues/responsibilities with attention to detail and minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of BS&A software (preferred)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Knowledge of FCRA, FMLA, ADA, COBRA, HIPAA, Labor Law Posting Requirements and Worker's Compensation laws.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• A bachelor's degree in business or related field
• A minimum of 2 years of HR experience
• Experience working in a municipality (Preferred)
• SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification (Preferred)

SALARY RANGE: $55,000-$75,000 annual salary (Based on experience)

BENEFITS: A comprehensive package is available and includes healthcare, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, and section 125 plan. (City employees currently do not pay insurance premiums)

NOTE: This job description is intended to indicate the general nature of responsibilities typically assigned to the job. The description is not necessarily exhaustive or intended to limit the supervisor's right to modify assignments as necessary.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS/DISCLAIMERS:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties of an employee so classified.

Employees must be physically able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

The City of Oak Park does not discriminate in its employment or any other programs or activities on the basis of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, economic status, age, marital status, sexual orientation or disability. We provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with a disability, if requested.