Human Resources Generalist

Job Description
Job Description
Human Resources GeneralistMake an impact in HR.The City of Clayton is looking for a Human Resources Generalist to join our team and help support employees throughout the organization. This is a broad, hands-on HR role with opportunities to work across recruiting, benefits, employee relations, HRIS, payroll, compliance, onboarding, employee engagement and training. You should be comfortable talking with employees and supervisors, asking questions, listening carefully, explaining policies and helping people work through workplace issues.

At the same time, you'll spend plenty of time working independently-researching, organizing information, maintaining records and making sure the details are right. You don't have to know everything about municipal HR when you walk through the door. We can teach you our systems and processes. What matters most is that you're someone people can trust, who enjoys helping others, exercises good judgment and takes pride in getting the details right. Typical hours for this position are Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm with occasional early mornings and late evenings to support employee events.

This is an exempt position with a starting salary of $67,394.78.

What You'll Do
Recruit, interview, and facilitate hiring for City positions
Administer benefits, leave, and other HR programs
Partner with Payroll to maintain accurate employee earnings, benefits, and deductions
Maintain HRIS and personnel records
Support employee onboarding, recognition, engagement, and employee events
Help develop and implement initiatives that support employee morale, communication, and workplace culture
Respond to questions from employees, applicants, and supervisors
Support training and professional development initiatives
Maintain compliance with employment laws, regulations, and HR best practices
Stay current on HR trends, technology, and employment law
Support the Senior Human Resources Generalist and the overall operation of the HR office
What We're Looking For
Required:
Three years of progressively responsible HR experience
Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills
Excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality
Knowledge of employment laws and regulations
Strong interpersonal, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skills
Ability to learn and effectively use HR technology
Preferred:
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related field
HR certification such as SHRM-CP, PHR, or PSHRA-CP
Experience with employee relations, recruiting, benefits, HRIS, or payroll
Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

Why Clayton? At the City of Clayton, we believe great HR starts with a great workplace. We've been recognized as a Top Workplace by the St. Louis Post-Dispatch for two consecutive years, and we're committed to investing in the people who make our organization successful. Our benefits package includes a defined-benefit pension, PSLF eligibility, affordable medical coverage, paid professional development, and tuition reimbursement after six months. Want to see the details?

Take a look at our Benefits Brochure for a complete overview of our benefits-including coverage options and employee costs-so you can see exactly what the City of Clayton has to offer. If you're an HR professional who enjoys variety, building relationships, solving problems and continuing to learn, we'd like to hear from you. A resume is preferred. Cover letters are encouraged-and they will actually be read. Apply online. Position remains open until filled. The City of Clayton is an

Equal Opportunity Employer.
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