Human Resources Generalist I

Williamson County • Georgetown: 100 Wilco Way, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for providing HR services including hiring, administering pay/leave, and enforcing Williamson County policies and procedures. This role involves developing strong working relationships with supported departments, guiding managers and employees through workforce questions and concerns, and assisting employees with changes, retirement, and employment separation processes. The position also administers talent acquisition processes, partners with payroll, builds new employee records in the HRIS, and participates in HRIS enhancements. Additionally, it involves processing and maintaining employee files, managing FMLA and Workers Compensation claims, responding to unemployment claims, and assisting with annual open enrollment. The role includes serving on cross-functional HR teams, preparing job descriptions, and ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and two (2) years of related Human Resources experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Knowledge of employee relations and employment laws
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Valid driver’s license (Required within thirty (30) days of employment)

Nice To Haves

• Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification or The Society for Human Resources Management – Certified Professional (SHRM-CP)
• Working knowledge of Oracle, Kronos, and/or Laserfiche
• Prior experience working as an HR Generalist
• Prior experience working in a public sector environment

Responsibilities

• Develops strong working relationships with supported departments
• Guides managers and employees through workforce questions/concerns
• Assists employees with changes, retirement, and employment separation processes
• Administers talent acquisition processes to include open requisitions, posting vacancies, processing applicants, coordination of pre-employment testing, and on-boarding
• Partners with payroll on employment records and timekeeping issues
• Builds new employee record in Human Resources Information System (HRIS) and approves workflow entries submitted by department liaison ensuring adherence to compensation policies
• Participates in on-going implementations and testing of HRIS enhancements
• Processes and maintains all employee files in an electronic document repository system
• Processes Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) requests and required documentation to ensure compliance with county policy and FMLA law
• Responds to Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) unemployment claims
• Processes Workers Compensation (WC) claims online with carrier and meets quarterly with adjusters
• Maintains constant communication with departments regarding WC claims and return to work status
• Assists with annual open enrollment including enrollment assistance and wellness fair
• Serves on cross-functional HR team and projects for the improvement of the organization
• Utilizes job analysis questionnaire information for positions and prepares job descriptions
• Complies with all federal, state, and local laws pertaining to employment
• Attends all meetings and trainings, as required
• Performs special duties as assigned

Benefits

• Criminal background check
• Motor Vehicle Record check
• Drug screening

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level