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POSITION OPENING
HR Generalist
IN THIS ROLE Join a dynamic team where you’ll play a key role in shaping the employee experience at Oakland Schools! As a Human Resources Generalist, you will perform human resources functions and provide high‑quality customer service to staff at all levels while maintaining confidentiality. You will display problem‑solving and research skills, exhibit strong verbal and written communication, be a self‑starter who is flexible and can work with minimal supervision while multi‑tasking and managing multiple deadlines.
WHAT WE NEED
Work closely with assigned departments and the Talent Acquisition Specialist to lead and coordinate the lifecycle of recruitment (selection and hiring), onboarding, and off‑boarding efforts.
Provide coaching and training to assigned departments in the Oakland Schools’ recruitment process.
Administer all aspects of the position control system in accordance with Oakland Schools’ financial and accounting practices.
Conduct employee onboarding and serve as the primary point of contact for assigned employees.
Calculate and administer special pay including education stipends, longevity, and other additional payments; input employee status changes into the payroll system.
Act as payroll liaison between human resources and finance for classification changes; review and calculate proposed salary actions to ensure conformance with established guidelines and policies.
Create employment contracts and enter annual salary increases into the Oakland Schools HRIS system, preparing data to merge with contract templates.
Serve as system administrator for talent and evaluation management systems in collaboration with the Supervisor of Learning and Organizational Development.
Coordinate and administer the process for hiring and placement of temporary agency staff and part‑time/retirees.
Serve as the initial point of contact for employee‑related questions for assigned departments.
Develop and maintain department standard operating procedures; perform human resources functions including but not limited to onboarding, recruitment/talent acquisition, employment processing, certification/authorization renewals, compensation, health and welfare benefits, and training and development.
Collaborate with HR staff on a variety of special projects throughout the year.
Perform other duties as assigned.
WHAT YOU NEED
Associate’s degree in a related field and a minimum of four years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships at all levels throughout the organization.
Strong project management and organizational skills with excellent attention to detail.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as technical data, procedural manuals, and instructional material.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
WORK LOCATION Oakland Schools – Main Campus 2111 Pontiac Lake Road Waterford, MI 48328 Flexible Work Program
allows eligible employees to perform their job duties from a designated alternative location up to two days per week.
SALARY DETAILS $30.00 – $34.80 hourly based on relevant prior work experience, with potential to earn up to $37.47 after employment with Oakland Schools. Non‑Exempt Position / 12‑month work year.
WHY WORK FOR OS
Pension Plan
– Option to enroll in a pension plan for financial stability.
Full Health Coverage
– High‑quality, low‑cost health insurance plans with employer‑paid dental, vision, life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, and well‑being benefits.
Well‑being Program
– Holistic resources to support employee well‑being.
Professional Learning
– Various opportunities to advance skill sets with educational development.
Flexible Vacation Time
– Built‑in vacation, including time off for winter and spring break and generous leave time for work‑life balance.
Other Perks
– Preferred pricing on pet insurance, legal coverage, additional life insurance, and access to the Student Loan Repayment Program (PSLF) for loan forgiveness in public service.
PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS (PSLF) PROGRAM Oakland Schools is an eligible employer for PSLF. The PSLF program forgives the remaining balance of Direct Loans after the borrower has made an equivalent of 120 qualifying monthly payments under an accepted repayment plan while working full‑time for an eligible employer (at least 30 hours per week). For additional information, visit
student loan.gov .
WHO WE ARE Oakland Schools (OS) is an Intermediate School District focused on providing educational and technology services to local school districts in a cost‑effective manner. We also operate Oakland Schools Technical Campuses (OSTC) and the Virtual Learning Academy Consortium (VLAC). To learn more about us, visit https://www.oakland.k12.mi.us/about.
HOW TO APPLY To apply, create an account on the Oakland Human Resource Consortium (OHRC) website. Once you create your account, you will be able to apply for positions within our district and other member districts. All applications must be completed on the OHRC website; do not email or fax application materials to Oakland Schools.
POSITION DEADLINE Applications will be accepted until
January 2, 2026 .
NOTE Interested candidates must be available for interviews on
January 16, 2026
and
January 23, 2026 . For questions regarding this position, contact recruiting@oakland.k12.mi.us.
EEO STATEMENT In accordance with state and federal law, Oakland Schools does not discriminate or permit discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy or parental status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, height, weight, marital status, military service, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, in its educational programs and activities, employment, or enrollment. The District also provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. For questions or complaints regarding unlawful discrimination or harassment, employees should contact the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, Personnel Management and Labor Relations at 248‑209‑2429 or HR@oakland.k12.mi.us. Students and others should contact the Civil Rights/Title IX Coordinator at 248‑209‑2590 or Jacqueline.Zablocki@oakland.k12.mi.us.
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IN THIS ROLE Join a dynamic team where you’ll play a key role in shaping the employee experience at Oakland Schools! As a Human Resources Generalist, you will perform human resources functions and provide high‑quality customer service to staff at all levels while maintaining confidentiality. You will display problem‑solving and research skills, exhibit strong verbal and written communication, be a self‑starter who is flexible and can work with minimal supervision while multi‑tasking and managing multiple deadlines.
WHAT WE NEED
Work closely with assigned departments and the Talent Acquisition Specialist to lead and coordinate the lifecycle of recruitment (selection and hiring), onboarding, and off‑boarding efforts.
Provide coaching and training to assigned departments in the Oakland Schools’ recruitment process.
Administer all aspects of the position control system in accordance with Oakland Schools’ financial and accounting practices.
Conduct employee onboarding and serve as the primary point of contact for assigned employees.
Calculate and administer special pay including education stipends, longevity, and other additional payments; input employee status changes into the payroll system.
Act as payroll liaison between human resources and finance for classification changes; review and calculate proposed salary actions to ensure conformance with established guidelines and policies.
Create employment contracts and enter annual salary increases into the Oakland Schools HRIS system, preparing data to merge with contract templates.
Serve as system administrator for talent and evaluation management systems in collaboration with the Supervisor of Learning and Organizational Development.
Coordinate and administer the process for hiring and placement of temporary agency staff and part‑time/retirees.
Serve as the initial point of contact for employee‑related questions for assigned departments.
Develop and maintain department standard operating procedures; perform human resources functions including but not limited to onboarding, recruitment/talent acquisition, employment processing, certification/authorization renewals, compensation, health and welfare benefits, and training and development.
Collaborate with HR staff on a variety of special projects throughout the year.
Perform other duties as assigned.
WHAT YOU NEED
Associate’s degree in a related field and a minimum of four years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships at all levels throughout the organization.
Strong project management and organizational skills with excellent attention to detail.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as technical data, procedural manuals, and instructional material.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
WORK LOCATION Oakland Schools – Main Campus 2111 Pontiac Lake Road Waterford, MI 48328 Flexible Work Program
allows eligible employees to perform their job duties from a designated alternative location up to two days per week.
SALARY DETAILS $30.00 – $34.80 hourly based on relevant prior work experience, with potential to earn up to $37.47 after employment with Oakland Schools. Non‑Exempt Position / 12‑month work year.
WHY WORK FOR OS
Pension Plan
– Option to enroll in a pension plan for financial stability.
Full Health Coverage
– High‑quality, low‑cost health insurance plans with employer‑paid dental, vision, life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, and well‑being benefits.
Well‑being Program
– Holistic resources to support employee well‑being.
Professional Learning
– Various opportunities to advance skill sets with educational development.
Flexible Vacation Time
– Built‑in vacation, including time off for winter and spring break and generous leave time for work‑life balance.
Other Perks
– Preferred pricing on pet insurance, legal coverage, additional life insurance, and access to the Student Loan Repayment Program (PSLF) for loan forgiveness in public service.
PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS (PSLF) PROGRAM Oakland Schools is an eligible employer for PSLF. The PSLF program forgives the remaining balance of Direct Loans after the borrower has made an equivalent of 120 qualifying monthly payments under an accepted repayment plan while working full‑time for an eligible employer (at least 30 hours per week). For additional information, visit
student loan.gov .
WHO WE ARE Oakland Schools (OS) is an Intermediate School District focused on providing educational and technology services to local school districts in a cost‑effective manner. We also operate Oakland Schools Technical Campuses (OSTC) and the Virtual Learning Academy Consortium (VLAC). To learn more about us, visit https://www.oakland.k12.mi.us/about.
HOW TO APPLY To apply, create an account on the Oakland Human Resource Consortium (OHRC) website. Once you create your account, you will be able to apply for positions within our district and other member districts. All applications must be completed on the OHRC website; do not email or fax application materials to Oakland Schools.
POSITION DEADLINE Applications will be accepted until
January 2, 2026 .
NOTE Interested candidates must be available for interviews on
January 16, 2026
and
January 23, 2026 . For questions regarding this position, contact recruiting@oakland.k12.mi.us.
EEO STATEMENT In accordance with state and federal law, Oakland Schools does not discriminate or permit discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy or parental status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, height, weight, marital status, military service, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, in its educational programs and activities, employment, or enrollment. The District also provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. For questions or complaints regarding unlawful discrimination or harassment, employees should contact the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, Personnel Management and Labor Relations at 248‑209‑2429 or HR@oakland.k12.mi.us. Students and others should contact the Civil Rights/Title IX Coordinator at 248‑209‑2590 or Jacqueline.Zablocki@oakland.k12.mi.us.
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