Human Resource Generalist

Job Summary

The City of Chaska is seeking an enthusiastic and detail-driven Human Resource Generalist to join our HR team. As a natural relationship-builder, problem-solver, and organizer, you’ll play a key role in supporting day-to-day HR operations while contributing to projects that strengthen our HR functions and enhance how we support and engage employees across the organization. Your work will help shape a positive, supportive, and engaging workplace for all city employees.

Responsibilities

1.Administer core human resource programs and compliance requirements

• Manage employee Leave of Absence (LOA) and Salary Continuation plans.
• Coordinate drug testing procedures, including DOT-mandated testing.
• Ensure all HR processes meet organizational standards and legal compliance.

• Guide new and current employees through benefit options and enrollment.
• Process benefit elections, changes, and life event updates.
• Lead Open Enrollment efforts and resolve benefits-related issues with vendors

• Manage the City’s online applicant tracking system.
• Prepare and post job openings, screen and interview candidates.
• Extend conditional job offers and oversee pre-employment processes.

• Serve as the first point of contact for HR-related inquiries within assigned departments.
• Support onboarding, benefits, leave, policy questions, labor contract questions, and employee relations.
• Promote positive employee experiences through timely and accurate service.

• Assist in reviewing and updating HR policies and procedures.
• Communicate and educate staff on policy changes.
• Ensure policy application is consistent and aligned with organizational goals.

• Maintain accurate employee records and process personnel changes in the HRIS.
• Generate and analyze reports to support data-driven HR decisions.
• Safeguard HRIS data integrity and confidentiality.
• Make recommendations to streamline and make the system more efficient.

• Serve as liaison between employees, supervisors, and third-party administrators.
• Monitor claims, ensure compliance, and facilitate return-to-work plans.
• Document and track restrictions and accommodations.

• Organize and update employee and departmental records in accordance with retention guidelines.
• Prepare and submit HR invoices to Accounts Payable for processing.
• Respond to unemployment claims and public data requests.

• Coordinate employee development and engagement activities.
• Assist in designing and delivering training programs.
• Contribute to HR projects including inclusion and belonging, wellness, compensation, performance management, and leadership development.

• Collaborate with the HR Manager and department leaders to support inclusion and belonging strategies.
• Promote an inclusive and respectful workplace culture.
• Contribute to initiatives that foster cultural awareness and equity across departments.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Communications, or a closely related field required
• 3 years Human Resource experience.
• Valid driver's license or ability to obtain by hire date

• Demonstrated organizational and communication skills; strong attention to detail and follow up
• Excellent communication skills with ability to effectively communicate both verbally and written
• Experience in applicant tracking system (preferred NeoGov)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, Adobe Acrobat, PowerPoint

• Public/municipal HR experience preferred
• HR Certification (PSHRA-CP, PSHRA-SCP, HRCI, or SHRM)
• General knowledge of HRIS systems
• Knowledge of and experience with federal and state laws regarding public sector employment law

Equipment, Mental & Physical Demands

EQUIPMENT USED

• Computer
• Telephone
• Office equipment such as copier, calculator, fax, etc.

• Read and interpret statutes, regulations, labor agreements, and policies
• Understand and communicate with employees and vendors
• Basic arithmetic skills

• Operate a computer and basic office equipment
• Operate a motor vehicle
• Listen to and respond in person and by phone
• Sit or stand at desk for long periods of time
• Occasionally lift and move 25 pounds (storage boxes)

• General office environment
• Occasional driving to and from work sites