New Job Human Resources Generalist In Arizona

Position Scope

GENERAL PURPOSE: Under general supervision, performs a wide variety of complex professional level human resources work which may include the areas of Employee Benefits, Classification and Compensation, Talent Acquisition, Training and Organizational Development, and/or Employee Relations.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

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  Provides professional advice and strategic direction to management and employees regarding employment law and human resources policies, procedures, programs, goals and objectives.
• Manages, investigates, and provides recommendations for resolution of complex and highly sensitive employee-related issues.
• Demonstrates continuous effort to enhance communications, solve problems, improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality, seamless customer service.
• Utilizes effective facilitation and negotiation skills.
• Develops and delivers presentations and trainings on a wide variety of human resources topics to diverse audiences.
• Writes clear and concise reports and develops descriptive materials for management review.
• Administers regulatory programs and oversees compliance of assigned programs.
• Calculates mathematical equations and performs statistical analysis.
• Provides thoughtful and thorough analysis, draws conclusions and makes recommendations.
• Generates and inputs accurate information into the Human Resources Information System(s) and utilizes other relevant technology resources.
• Works towards a positive outcome with confidential and emotional situations and assignments.
• Handles multiple projects simultaneously and uses good judgment in prioritizing work assignments.
• Attends and/or conducts various meetings.
• Ensures the accurate completion of necessary documentation, forms, memos, and reports through partnerships with assigned divisions/departments.
• Serves as liaison between human resources and other departments.
• Keeps informed with new and progressive industry standards and pest practices.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

In addition to the Primary Duties and Responsibilities listed above, may include some, or all, or the additional elements below based on the specific job assignment.

Employee Benefits:

• Manages all aspects of functions related to the City’s employee benefit and wellness programs, including medical and dental plans, life insurance, disability, wellness, health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, retirement, FMLA, COBRA, and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Classification and Compensation:

• Creates and updates job descriptions; responds to and conducts salary and job market surveys; analyzes and completes job reclassification requests; manages position control; conducts job analysis/audits to determine proper classification and salary range.

Talent Acquisition:

• Strategizes with hiring managers to develop ideal candidate profiles and focused recruitment strategies; develops and coordinates programs and procedures designed to attract and retain the best employees; manages full spectrum of recruitment cycles.

Employee Relations:

• Conducts employee relations investigations and consultations including recommendations on corrective action; provides assistance and professional advice to management regarding employee matters; responds to employee inquires; assists with the meet-and-confer process.

Training and Organizational Development:

• Plans, develops, implements, delivers, and manages comprehensive training and development programs; educates and trains individuals to meet the needs of current and future organizational demands (i.e succession planning, mentoring, and career pathing).

Minimum Qualifications & Position Requirements

Education and Experience: An equivalent combination of bachelor’s degree in a related field and 5 years of job-related experience.

Preferred: Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, or closely related field; IPMA-HR SCP or PHR/SPHR certification; experience with NEOGOV, HRIS implementation (Tyler/Munis).

Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of:

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  Human Resources laws, theories, principles and best practices (all applicable federal and state employment laws and regulations).
• Methods used in researching, analyzing and synthesizing data.
• Access, enter data, update, and/or maintain HR-related databases.
• Microsoft Office products and other relevant technologies.
• Principles of group dynamics and human behavior.

Ability to & Skill in:

• Interpret and apply pertinent laws, ordinances, and regulations related to Human Resources.
• Effectively work in a team environment.
• Accurately review, complete, and process forms and payments in a timely manner.
• Develop and deliver presentations on a variety of HR-related topics to diverse audiences.
• Listen, communicate and work effectively with a diverse group of people.
• Investigate complaints in a thorough and confidential manner.
• Meet, discuss, listen to, and provide professional advice to employees, supervisors, and executives.
• Effectively manage time, priorities, and work under pressure of deadlines.
• Handle conflict and sensitive employee issues.
• Write complete, accurate, and comprehensive reports and perform extensive research, make independent analysis, and report findings.
• Establish and maintain positive, effective working relationships with those contacted in the performance of work

Additional Information

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the city to provide employment opportunities to all persons based solely on ability, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability.