HR Generalist - Recruitment & Retention

State of Wisconsin•Jefferson, WI

47d•$31 - $34

About The Position

Jefferson County is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual to lead County recruitment and retention efforts, serving as ambassador throughout the employee life cycle and promoting Jefferson County as an employer of choice. Position Summary SOME ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in human resources or related field plus
Two to three years of experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must successfully complete a criminal background check

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in human resources or related field plus
Five years of experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience in public sector human resources and/or relative recruitment experience.
Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred

Responsibilities

Provides general HR support to employees and supervisors by responding to inquiries, researching policies, benefits, and HRIS/timekeeping information, and ensuring accurate guidance or referral.
Assists with compensation and classification efforts, including gathering and analyzing salary survey data and supporting compensation model updates.
Coordinates HR compliance, documentation, and reporting, ensuring personnel records and practices meet County protocols and applicable laws.
Supports training and development initiatives by coordinating sessions, communications, and tracking participation; assists with performance management processes including evaluation tracking and document review.
Assists with workplace health and safety programs, including incident tracking, safety monitoring, and related HR initiatives.