HR Generalist​/Sr

MDU Resources Group, Inc. is a member of the S&P Small Cap 600 index and is based in Bismarck, ND, operating across the Pacific Northwest and Midwest. We are seeking a Human Resources professional with exceptional communication skills to perform a variety of HR generalist functions. This role will focus on supporting retirement processes and benefits administration along with recruiting activities.

Other duties may include drug and alcohol testing, organizational development, and employee relations. Responsible for placing safety as #1 priority in day-to-day work routine.

Human Resource Generalist: ($63,860 - $79,830)

• Must possess working knowledge of business and human resource practices at a level normally acquired through completion of a four‑year degree in business administration or human resources management or related field or equivalent experience; and
• Two years human resource experience.

Human Resource Generalist, Sr: ($73,460 - $91,830)

• In addition to a four‑year degree or equivalent experience noted above, must have at least four years of progressively responsible human resource experience.

• Must take all measures necessary to protect networks, devices, programs and data from cyber‑attack, damage or unauthorized access.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; no sponsor ships considered.
• Subject to pre‑employment drug testing and background checks.
• May be required to maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Senior level position requires a human resources certification or the ability to obtain certification within one year of attaining the position.

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Familiarity with human resources software applications such as UKG, JDE or Oracle.

• Assist current and new retirees, administer functions in benefits area including day‑to‑day vendor interface, reporting, communicating accurate benefit information, and preparing documents.
• Provides assistance and responds to complex questions from employees, supervisors, and retirees on policy or benefit questions.
• Partners with hiring managers and provides strategic staffing support to management including recruitment, screening, interviews, job offers, background checks and new employee orientation.
• Provide assistance in aspects of employee relations function, including the interpretation and application of Company policies.
• Responsible to cross‑train and back up various specialty areas.
• Performs other tasks and special projects as assigned.

Final date to receive applications:
January 9, 2026

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