Human Resources Generalist

Department: Human Resources Reports to: Human Resources Manager

Summary: The Human Resources Generalist works in concert with others in the department to perform a variety of tasks to support the daily operations of the Human Resources department, including but not limited to recruiting, employee life cycle activities, employee relations, compensation, classification, employee training, and policy implementation. This position involves processing a large volume of confidential information, requiring attention to detail and discretion. The functions for this position require a thorough knowledge of Human Resources terminology, procedures, and practices, with a significant degree of independence and accountability for results.

Essential Functions: -- Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Provides support, guidance, and advice to management and employees relative to interpreting and implementing Human Resources programs, policies, procedures, and activities.

• Implements and administers policies, procedures, processes, and informational data to ensure accuracy, effectiveness, and compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and guidelines.

• Oversees and maintains various human resources programs.

• Continuously evaluates operational activities, information systems, and data for accuracy, efficiency, and effectiveness.

• Prepares, disseminates, and maintains various human resources correspondence, reports, presentations, charts, operational procedures, records, and files.

• Develops and/or facilitates training sessions, presentations, and orientations to communicate information to various employees, groups, and management.

• Develops strategies and plans to develop or increase the pool of qualified candidates for hire overall and in response to specific needs.

• Assists hiring directors and supervisors with recruiting, selecting, and onboarding candidates.

• Research, compile, and analyze data for salary evaluations.

• Develops and maintains knowledge and skillsets in the use of the computerized tools, databases, and communications techniques currently used or proposed for use in human resources within the City.

• Supports the relationship between the City of Odessa and the public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with visitors and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information.

• Leads and/or serves in departmental and extra-departmental roles that address the workforce's morale, welfare, and recreational needs.

• Demonstrates competency in the roles of HR Expert, Business Partner and Change Agent as defined by the IPMA-HR Human Resource Competency Model

• Supports departmental operations with regular and timely attendance at work.

• Must have and maintain a cell phone for City use to hold this position.

• Other duties as assigned by management.

• This position is designated as "essential personnel" and is required to be available for immediate call-in due to any natural or manmade disaster or any event the Director of Human Resources or the City Manager deems necessary.

Knowledge of:

• State and federal laws, statutes, rules, ordinances, codes, and regulations, including but not limited to Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) rules and regulations.

• Principles of record keeping and confidential records management.

• Pension and deferre