Human Resources Generalist

Nature of Work

Under general supervision of the Court Human Resources Director, the HR Generalist is responsible for performing a broad range of human resources functions to support the court’s goals and ensure compliance with labor laws and HR best practices. This role serves as a key point of contact for judicial employees, County Human Resources, and management on human resources matters.

• Recruitment & Onboarding:
  Screen applications, conduct interviews, process and coordinate background screening and coordinate the hiring process; process new hire paperwork, orientations, and onboarding activities; assist in developing/updating job descriptions and compiling data for classification and compensation; act as department liaison with County Human Resources Department.
• Employee Relations:
  Serve as a point of contact for employee questions regarding FMLA, ADA requests, workers’ compensation, and other policies and procedures; administer unemployment claims by responding to state agency inquiries, preparing documentation, and attending hearings when required; investigate and resolve employee complaints and help Department Heads facilitate fair and consistent disciplinary procedures when warranted while exercising the highest degree of confidentiality and professionalism;
  
  collaborate with management to address performance and conduct issues professionally and confidentially; provide advice and consultation on dispute resolutions, performance issues and the interpretation and correct application of policies and procedures.
• HR Policy & Compliance:
  Ensure compliance with federal, state and local labor laws and regulations; maintain up-to-date knowledge of HR trends and legal requirements; assist in developing and updating HR policies.
• Performance Management:
  Assist the coordinator of performance review processes; review performance appraisals and ensure all performance appraisals are properly submitted; provide support and training to managers and employees on performance management tools and best practices.
• Record Keeping:
  Maintain and update employee records according to judicial personnel practices; ensure proper documentation and filing of personnel records; generate HR reports as needed by leadership.
• Training & Development:
  Support the implementation of training and development programs; may conduct training and orientation for management and/or staff throughout the court departments based on identified needs; coordinate logistics for employee training sessions and track participation and effectiveness; ensure judicial staff meet and attend mandatory training and academics.
• Other responsibilities:
  
  Coordinate and communicate with supervisors of employee injuries, submit reports and updates to State Risk Management, submit annual work‑related injury reports; perform ergonomic inspections of employee work‑stations; participate in HR projects and initiatives to enhance organizational effectiveness; assist with planning and executing employee engagement activities and events; perform other related duties as assigned and may assist with payroll functions; may supervise and train HR support staff;
  
  abide by the Code of Conduct for Judicial Employees.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business or Public Administration, or related field AND three years of Human Resources experience; prior generalist experience preferred OR any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

• Prior human resources generalist experience; certifications such as PHR, SPHR, or SHRM‑CP/SCP.

• Must pass criminal background checks.
• A valid Arizona state Driver’s License may be required.
• Arizona Committee on Judicial Education and Training (COJET) yearly accreditation is required.

• County, state and Federal laws, statutes, regulations, and guidelines, including Wage and Hour, Fair Labor Standards Act, Family Medical Leave Act, and other government regulations related to human resources management compliance.
• Yuma County and Superior Court policies and procedures;
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