Senior Human Resources Generalist

Job Description - Senior Human Resources Generalist )

Position Title:

Senior Human Resources Generalist - (  )

We know you have other work options, but we ask you to consider working with us at the State of Montana Department of Administration. Our foundation of success is having effective working relationships, built on mutual trust and respect. We will challenge you to be the best you can be and will work hard to provide a work environment that allows you to succeed.

We are seeking an innovative Senior Human Resources Generalist to join our Enterprise (Central) HR Team within the State Human Resources Division. This position supports the State of Montana's human resources centralization initiative. This position supports and guides agency human resources staff by leading development and deployment of forward-looking, strategic, enterprise-wide solutions associated with talent management, performance and development, classification and compensation, recruitment and selection, and labor relations and collective bargaining support.

This position builds and maintains effective working partnerships with the state human resources community; provides guidance on state and federal policies and regulations; leads policy changes and program initiatives based on emerging trends and changes in law; leads responses to formal claims and recommends strategies for reducing claims; and works closely with human resources information systems staff to develop and support system initiatives.

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, public administration, or another related field.
• Five or more years of progressively responsible experience in a human resources role, including a least two years of experience in a senior human resources role.
• Experience developing and administering both tactical and strategic HR programs within a larger organization.
• Demonstrated knowledge of principles, procedures, and best practices for talent recruitment and selection, training, compensation and benefits, labor law, and HR information systems.

Alternative combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by case basis.

Ability to:

• Be innovative to creatively solve a variety of HR-related challenges;
• Exercise good judgment and discretion to establish and maintain strong working relationships using strong collaboration and facilitation skills;
• Communicate effectively with a diverse group of state employees, managers, and stakeholders on a wide range of topics;
• Identify problems, emerging issues and trends, and support enterprise-wide strategies to address them;
• Provide direction and education regarding compensation and position classification strategies;
• Participate with the development of policies, administrative rules, standards, and guidelines;
• Effectively prioritize work regarding multiple projects and competing priorities; and
• Demonstrate a high level of integrity and discretion and maintain confidentiality.

• Work/life Balance
• Health Coverage
• Paid Vacation and Sick Leave and Holidays
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) – Employment with the State of Montana may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the PSLF.

• This position requires the successful completion of a criminal background check.
• Only online applications are accepted. By applying online, you can receive updates and monitor the status of your application.

Applicant Pool Statement :
If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection. Training Assignment :
Not Applicable

80,000. Yearly

Telework Eligible (Full-time telework is not available. Telework schedule must be supervisor approved.)

• Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

1

Employee Status :
Regular Schedule :
Full-Time

Standard

Day Job

Yes, 5 % of the Time

Helena Agency :
Department of Administration Union : 000 - None

Aug 17, 2026, 6:14:14 PM

Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone) :
Sep 1, 2026, 5:59:00 AM

Required Application Materials :
Cover Letter, Resume

Contact Name :
Lisa Coligan | Contact Email : lcoligan | Contact Phone :

The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agency's HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay tana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.

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