Human Resources Generalist

Compensation - $26.47/hr

Position open until filled.

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BRIEF DESCRIPTION

The Human Resources Generalist provides comprehensive human resources support across the employee lifecycle while ensuring efficient daily operations of the HR Department. This position blends professional-level HR functions with essential administrative and operational responsibilities to support an employee-focused, high-performance organization grounded in the City's CORE values of Service, Integrity, Excellence, and Communication.

The HR Generalist supports recruitment and onboarding, personnel actions, records management, compliance reporting, HRIS administration, employee relations, benefits and payroll coordination, budgeting assistance, and internal communications. Serving as a primary point of contact for employees, applicants, supervisors, and external partners, the role delivers accurate guidance, exceptional customer service, and consistent application of City policies.

This position requires strong analytical skills, sound judgment, attention to detail, and discretion in handling sensitive information. The HR Generalist communicates effectively, builds collaborative working relationships across the organization, and supports audits, special projects, and HR initiatives that promote operational excellence and continuous improvement.

NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Working knowledge of human resources principles, practices, and procedures, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, personnel actions, records management, benefits administration, and compliance reporting.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local employment laws, regulations, and guidelines, including confidentiality requirements and records retention standards.
• Knowledge of City personnel policies, procedures, organizational structure, and operational practices, or the ability to quickly acquire such knowledge.
• General knowledge of payroll processes and the relationship between pay, benefits, deductions, and timekeeping systems.
• Knowledge of basic budgeting concepts, expenditure tracking, and accounts payable processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate information, identify discrepancies, and recommend or implement appropriate solutions.
• Proficient in the use of HRIS, applicant tracking systems, payroll systems, and standard office software.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills in business English for use in correspondence, reports, presentations, policies, and employee communications.
• Skilled in organizing, maintaining, auditing, and safeguarding sensitive personnel records with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Skill in managing multiple priorities, deadlines, and time-sensitive tasks in a high-volume, service-oriented environment.
• Skill in providing high-quality customer service while maintaining professionalism, objectivity, and discretion.
• Skill in drafting documents, reports, procedures, and internal communications clearly and accurately.
• Ability to interpret, apply, and explain policies, procedures, and regulations consistently and fairly to employees, supervisors, and external stakeholders.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment and discretion when handling sensitive or protected information.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while also functioning effectively as part of a collaborative team.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree in public administration, business administration, human resources, or a related field preferred, with a minimum of one (1) year of progressively responsible experience in a Human Resources or related professional environment; OR

High school diploma or equivalent, supplemented by relevant business or HR-related coursework, with three to five (3-5) years of experience in Human Resources or a closely related field where analytical, administrative, and customer service skills were essential;


OR

Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the position successfully.

Preferred: Bilingual (English/Spanish) proficiency.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED

A valid Class C Texas driver's license and the ability to maintain a satisfactory driving record

Required to complete assigned Public Information training and any other mandatory training in accordance with City policies and established deadlines