City of Marion
Human Resources Generalist
Under general direction from the HR Manager this professional position provides analytical, and administrative support to City management/supervisory staff in the HR functional areas of recruitment, compensation, performance management, benefits administration, leave management administration, training, employee wellness, and risk management. Assists with recruitment efforts and plays an active role in onboarding new employees to support successful integration into the organization. Coordinates and ensures completion of employment verification, background checks, and reference checks and pre-employment exams and/or screenings as required for the position. Oversees the leave management administration for the City's time off programs/policies including FMLA, worker's compensation, and other time off programs/policies. Works directly/closely with managers/supervisors, employees and third-party administrators (TPA) in administering the City's leave programs. Produces correspondence, coordinates with TPA's, processes forms and maintains records and employee information relating to these programs. Assists with the return-to-work process, including restricted and full duty returns and provides direction regarding occupational health requirements and required documentation. Recommends new approaches and procedures to effect continual improvements in efficiency of department and services performed. Assists with developing, coordinating and recommending changes for the improvement of workflow. Develops methods and procedures for compiling and analyzing data for reports and special projects. Assist with compliance related to the City's drug and alcohol policies and programs. Assist Human Resources Manager in reviewing and updating policies to ensure they are current and compliant including but not limited to OSHA, FLSA, DOL, ADA, and FMLA. Serves on all employee committees. Assists new and current employees, supervisors and managers in understanding HR policies, program offerings and benefits. Provide assistance with the open enrollment process. Assist with salary and benefit analysis as needed. Responds to employee inquiries timely. Reviews, tracks, and documents compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, continuing education, and work assessments. This may include safety training, anti-harassment training, professional licensure, and aptitude exams and certifications. Assists with new hire orientation and employee recognition programs. Maintains electronic and manual employee records and data. Oversee contracts renewals. Performs other duties as assigned. Bachelor's Degree is required. Concentration in human resources management or related field is preferred. Two - five years of experience in human resources administration, leave administration, recruitment and or training coordination. Strong computer skills including experience with spreadsheets, and database software is also required. Experience using or knowledge of human resources or payroll database systems is preferred. Strong attention to detail. Must understand systems and be able to establish and maintain information electronically. Strong communication skills are required. Individual must have the ability to effectively respond to common inquiries or complaints from employees, candidates for employment, elected/appointed officials and the public; give brief presentations and/or facilitate group meetings; and write correspondence, job descriptions, job postings, and other human resources/employee information. Solid organizational skills and the ability to meet deadlines. Ability to work with basic mathematical concepts. The ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities is required. The ability to be sensitive to the confidential and sensitive nature of information brought to the department is critical. SHRM-CP and/or PHR is/are preferred. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to squat to file, frequently sit and type, continuously communicate verbally and in writing with others, and work at a computer. Occasionally lifting 20 pounds is needed. May be required to work beyond standard work week as determined by workload. Potential background checks include: Sex Offender Registry, Criminal Background Check, Drug Screening, Driving Record, Pre-Employment Physical. This City of Marion is an equal opportunity employer. We value and celebrate diversity. Employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.
Under general direction from the HR Manager this professional position provides analytical, and administrative support to City management/supervisory staff in the HR functional areas of recruitment, compensation, performance management, benefits administration, leave management administration, training, employee wellness, and risk management. Assists with recruitment efforts and plays an active role in onboarding new employees to support successful integration into the organization. Coordinates and ensures completion of employment verification, background checks, and reference checks and pre-employment exams and/or screenings as required for the position. Oversees the leave management administration for the City's time off programs/policies including FMLA, worker's compensation, and other time off programs/policies. Works directly/closely with managers/supervisors, employees and third-party administrators (TPA) in administering the City's leave programs. Produces correspondence, coordinates with TPA's, processes forms and maintains records and employee information relating to these programs. Assists with the return-to-work process, including restricted and full duty returns and provides direction regarding occupational health requirements and required documentation. Recommends new approaches and procedures to effect continual improvements in efficiency of department and services performed. Assists with developing, coordinating and recommending changes for the improvement of workflow. Develops methods and procedures for compiling and analyzing data for reports and special projects. Assist with compliance related to the City's drug and alcohol policies and programs. Assist Human Resources Manager in reviewing and updating policies to ensure they are current and compliant including but not limited to OSHA, FLSA, DOL, ADA, and FMLA. Serves on all employee committees. Assists new and current employees, supervisors and managers in understanding HR policies, program offerings and benefits. Provide assistance with the open enrollment process. Assist with salary and benefit analysis as needed. Responds to employee inquiries timely. Reviews, tracks, and documents compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, continuing education, and work assessments. This may include safety training, anti-harassment training, professional licensure, and aptitude exams and certifications. Assists with new hire orientation and employee recognition programs. Maintains electronic and manual employee records and data. Oversee contracts renewals. Performs other duties as assigned. Bachelor's Degree is required. Concentration in human resources management or related field is preferred. Two - five years of experience in human resources administration, leave administration, recruitment and or training coordination. Strong computer skills including experience with spreadsheets, and database software is also required. Experience using or knowledge of human resources or payroll database systems is preferred. Strong attention to detail. Must understand systems and be able to establish and maintain information electronically. Strong communication skills are required. Individual must have the ability to effectively respond to common inquiries or complaints from employees, candidates for employment, elected/appointed officials and the public; give brief presentations and/or facilitate group meetings; and write correspondence, job descriptions, job postings, and other human resources/employee information. Solid organizational skills and the ability to meet deadlines. Ability to work with basic mathematical concepts. The ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities is required. The ability to be sensitive to the confidential and sensitive nature of information brought to the department is critical. SHRM-CP and/or PHR is/are preferred. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to squat to file, frequently sit and type, continuously communicate verbally and in writing with others, and work at a computer. Occasionally lifting 20 pounds is needed. May be required to work beyond standard work week as determined by workload. Potential background checks include: Sex Offender Registry, Criminal Background Check, Drug Screening, Driving Record, Pre-Employment Physical. This City of Marion is an equal opportunity employer. We value and celebrate diversity. Employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.