Human Resources Generalist

State of Montana • Missoula, MT

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About The Position

The Department of Natural Resources & Conservation (DNRC ) is seeking a motivated Human Resource Generalist. In this role, you will be the primary HR professional for the assigned DNRC's Forestry and Trust Lands Division, providing a full range of human resource services, including recruitment and selection, employee and labor relations, FMLA/ADA administration, onboarding, training, classification and compensation, and EEO/Civil Rights compliance. You will advise leaders, coach employees, investigate workplace concerns, provide formal human resource training, and help design HR solutions that improve how the organization operates. As a member of the human resources team, you will work collaboratively to achieve collective agency human resource goals. WHY YOU SHOULD MAKE THE MOVE: The position is based in beautiful Missoula, MT( Missoula, Montana ), which offers a unique blend of opportunities and natural beauty, situated between Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks. Montana offers abundant recreational opportunities , including camping, fishing, hunting, mountain biking, and hiking. Our employees are passionate about the work they do and the lasting impacts on our natural resources. Work with a fun, close-knit, and collaborative human resource team of five who intentionally use and grow each other’s strengths. Enjoy robust benefit and retirement plans that are effective on your first day of employment. Work-life balance with the ability for flexible schedules and telework eligibility.

Requirements

• A total of six years of experience and/or education in the human resources field
• An HR professional who can engage with agency management, employees, and human resource team members in a collaborative, solution-oriented manner.
• A strong communicator, build effective working relationships, handle sensitive information with discretion, and manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced public-sector environment.
• A self-starter with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Committed to continuous improvement and employee experience through the identification of service or efficiency gaps.
• Have an exceptional eye for attention to detail and organization skills.
• A strong written communicator with the ability to write clearly and concisely.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree in human resources , organizational development, or related field and two years of human resource-related experience.
• Human Resources Professional Certification through HRCI or SHRM is preferred, not required.

Responsibilities

• Recruitment and selection
• Employee and labor relations
• FMLA/ADA administration
• Onboarding
• Training
• Classification and compensation
• EEO/Civil Rights compliance
• Advise leaders
• Coach employees
• Investigate workplace concerns
• Provide formal human resource training
• Help design HR solutions that improve how the organization operates
• Work collaboratively to achieve collective agency human resource goals

Benefits

• Generous paid leave (vacation, sick, holidays), with vacation leave increasing with service.
• Longevity pay with continued state service.
• Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts.
• Access to free employee medical clinics and telehealth.
• Retirement plans ( Defined Benefit and Defined Contribution plus an optional 457(b) Plan ).
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness - may qualify you for student loan forgiveness.
• Up to 15 days of military leave with full pay.
• This position is eligible for a $1.00/hour base pay increase effective July 2026.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees