Human Resources Generalist

Human Resources Professional

The City of Decatur, Alabama is currently seeking a dynamic Human Resources professional to join our team! This position will be responsible for supporting and performing Human Resources functions covering a broad range of areas including, but not limited to : full-cycle recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, leave management, maintaining employee records, and entering data into the HR / PR System.

Major Duties

Posts job openings; establishes eligible registers for job applicants; administers written exams; schedules interviews; prepares related correspondence.

Completes selection process and makes conditional offers of employment; schedules physical exams; performs background checks; verifies education and work history.

Conducts employee education and training including new hire orientation and benefit enrollment meetings.

Conducts promotional process examinations for assigned departments.

Processes part-time seasonal employee entrance documents; verifies eligibility; prepares monthly accession and exit reports; completes verifications for unemployment, food stamps, housing assistance, etc.

Coordinates Family Medical Leave requests; updates FMLA log; assists employees with filing.

Completes wage and benefits statements for workers' compensation carrier; prepares related adjustments to payroll; maintains Report of Injury log and Workers' Compensation Settlement log; processes bills to carrier; assists with lawsuits.

Assists employees with educational assistance benefits; verifies college accreditation status; maintains logs; processes reimbursements.

Assists with payroll processing and timekeeping administration.

Assists leadership with performance management and incident investigations.

Prepares a variety of regular and special reports.

Performs related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of a baccalaureate degree in a course of study related to the occupational field (HR Management, Organizational Development, Organizational Leadership, Workforce Development, and Business Administration).

Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship / internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.

Proficient in use of desktop computers and applicable applications including all Microsoft Office Products. Prior experience in database management and HRIS, Payroll and ERP systems preferred.

Knowledge of human resource management principles and practices.

Knowledge of state and federal employment laws.

Knowledge of workers' compensation policies and procedures.

Knowledge of city recruitment and hiring practices.

Knowledge of city and departmental policies and procedures.

Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.

Knowledge of employee benefits administration principles.

Skill in prioritizing and organizing work.

Skill in oral and written communication.

Skill in the provision of customer services.

Supplemental Information

Guidelines Employment laws, federal and state regulations, and city and department policies and procedures. These guidelines require judgment, selection, and interpretation in application.

Complexity / Scope of Work The work consists of varied administrative duties. Strict regulations and deadlines contribute to the complexity of the position.

The purpose of this position is to provide support for the city's human resources functions. Successful performance helps ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of those functions.

Contacts Contacts are typically with co-workers, other city employees, job applicants, and the general public.

Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, resolve inquiries, and provide services.

Physical Demands / Work Environment The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently sitting, standing, or stooping.

The work is typically performed in an office.

Supervisory and Management Responsibility None.