Human Resources Generalist

Overview

The Human Resources Generalist serves as a member of a team that is responsible for all day-to-day administrative operations of the Human Resources Department. This position provides support and services to schools and departments as well as current and prospective employees. The Human Resources Generalist assists with the staffing budget and recruitment, conducts employment screening and testing, processes hiring recommendations, determines salary placement, and supports the bargaining process.

This position analyzes and interprets information and data to ensure compliance with applicable collective bargaining agreements, policies, and state and federal laws.

Take ownership of understanding and contributing to the District s goals, mission, and strategic plan, while using your insights and skills to drive success in alignment with our values. Encourage teamwork and help people with different ideas and needs work together to make decisions. Take part in meetings, workshops, and training sessions that help improve your ability to do your job well.

Focus on finding practical solutions to a range of issues, helping to meet both immediate and long-term needs of the District.

This job description is intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of the job incumbents. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

• Provide efficient and effective human resources assistance for all human resources operations from employee induction to separation including such duties as implementing the recruitment and hiring process, preparing employment documentation, coordinating new employee orientation and mandatory training, maintaining personnel files, and monitoring certificate and endorsement compliance.
• Monitor and maintain online application system; verify open positions relative to position control; and oversee the interview and selection process in coordination with district administrators.
• Maintain current job descriptions and update as necessary.
• Assist with issues relating to the American with Disabilities Act (ADA); respond to and follow up with employee inquiries and needs; and maintain documentation.
• Assist with collective bargaining and Labor-Management issues as needed.
• Assist with implementation of the employee benefits program in coordination with the Payroll Department including organizing orientation and enrollment activities, responding to employee inquiries, and processing enrollment forms.
• Receive and report workers compensation and unemployment claims in compliance with state and federal laws, maintain records and files, and process claims in a timely manner.
• Analyze and interpret District policies, regulations, collective bargaining, and applicable state and federal laws to ensure compliance.
• Develop and submit the annual staffing budget for all regular positions.
• Assist in coordinating and managing employment background checks.
• Serve as the lead substitute coordinator; maintain substitute management system; coordinate substitute hiring and mandatory training; and address conduct issues and performance.
• Prepare and maintain employee contracts and stipend requests.
• Maintain records and documentation pertaining to hiring, compliance issues, and required reporting.
• Prepare and submit required District, state, and federal reports.
• Perform other job-related duties as requested.

The physical demands described within this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodation. Experiences frequent interruptions. Required to meet inflexible deadlines. Requires concentration to details. Have precise control of fingers and hand movements. May deal with angry or distraught people. Experience demands from a variety of situations and people, including students, parents, community, and staff.

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