Human Resources Generalist

JOB SUMMARY

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.

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.

• Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Knowledge of general human resources principles, procedures, and practices.
• Skill in communicating effectively, orally and in writing.
• Skill in navigating common challenges to effectively meet customer service needs.
• Ability to comply with applicable district, local, State, and federal laws, as well as policies and practices.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in written form.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to manage work time and tasks efficiently.
• Ability to use sound judgement and work independently.
• Ability to serve the varied needs of people with cultural sensitivity and relevance.
• Ability to become familiar with OSPI and policies and regulations.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to have consistent, prompt and punctual attendance.
• Ability to perform complex math calculations while interpreting complex information and data to determine qualifications, salary placement, and ensure compliance with applicable policies and laws.
• Ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• Ability to use job related equipment, technology, and software.

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field and three years of increasingly responsible human resources experience or, any combination of targeted job-related education and experience which provides the applicant with the requisite knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the work and that meets applicable requirements of the position may be considered.

Prospective employees who are likely to have unsupervised access to children, disabled persons or…