Human Resources Generalist

Job Title

Human Resources Generalist

Human Resources

Non-Exempt

106

$23.24 - $27.31, depending on qualifications:
Full-Time + employer-paid benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life, paid time off, retirement)

The Human Resources (HR) Generalist performs professional-level HR work - independently managing and executing day-to-day HR operations across various departments, including benefits and compensation administration, employee relations & compliance, payroll processing, onboarding and offboarding, performance management, HRIS accuracy, recruitment & workforce planning, and employee recordkeeping. This position ensures legal compliance, maintains accurate data systems, and contributes to the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures.

• Demonstrates commitment to Team Destin and our mission, vision, values, and goals, and represents the city in a professional, dignified manner at all times, both in actions and appearance.
• Demonstrates competent knowledge of all applicable policies, codes, ordinances, regulations, and statutes.
• Assists HR Director with organizational training and development.
• Manage full-cycle onboarding processes to include pre-boarding, orientation, post-orientation, and probationary period management.
• Manage full-cycle recruitment processes, from requisition to hire.
• Develop and update payroll & timekeeping SOPs to support continuity and compliance.
• Assists HR Director with the preparation of the annual budget.
• Tracks all Human Resources key metrics.
• Participates in the planning and execution of employee events and team building.
• Ensures completion of all pre-employment reference checks for all new hires.
• Maintains accurate HRIS records, job postings, and all other related HR public communication.
• Provides current and prospective employees with information about policies, job duties, working conditions, wages, opportunities for promotion, and employee benefits.
• Administers and maintains all talent and performance management processes.
• Manage all payroll-related personnel and benefits changes.
• Leads the development, coordination, and administration of City-wide employee wellness initiatives, serving as the central resource for wellness, programs, education, and employee engagement efforts.
• Analyzes training needs to design employee development, language training, and health and safety programs.
• Makes appointments, answers inquiries, and regularly interacts with internal and external customers.
• Reconciles all benefits billing invoices.
• Organizational focal point for UKG systems, including TLM, HR, and Recruitment modules.
• Prepares purchase requests and maintains inventory of all HR-related office supplies.
• Maintains all HR files and assists with records retention and disposition.
• Build effective working relationships with partners, city leaders, and other city staff.
• Stay up to date on changes in HR regulations and requirements.
• Utilizes creativity and expertise to come up with improvements to current policies and practices.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Supervision of other city employees is not required of this position.

• Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field required. Additional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. 1-3 years of HR Generalist-level experience or equivalent professional background required. Experience with UKG (Kronos) preferred.
• Licenses or
  
  Certifications:
  
  Valid driver's license required. PHR, SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) certification preferred.
• Special Requirements: None.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Knowledge of departmental policies, procedures, and practices.
  • Knowledge of public sector HR policies, classification systems, and labor contracts.
  • Knowledge of HR best practices across day-to-day HR operations.
  • Skill in the use of small office equipment, including copy machines or multi-line telephone systems.
  • Skill in using computers for data entry.
  • Skill in using computers for word processing and/or accounting purposes.
  • Skill in listening actively to understand…