Human Resources Generalist - DPW

City of Atlanta•Atlanta, GA

12h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Human Resources Generalist is a role within the Public Works unit of the Department of Human Resources. This position is responsible for providing hands-on human resources business partner support to the assigned operating unit, coordinating with HR Centers of Expertise (COEs) to provide solutions to client needs and in the implementation of HR initiatives, policies, and procedures. Under the direction of the HR Manager, carries out day-to-day HR functions. Serves as a resource to supervisors and staff to ensure the effective discharge of their duties and responsibilities. Completes and manages all HR administrative processes for the department. Serves as a resource to supervisors and staff and a point of contact in the absence of the HR Manager.

Requirements

Good working knowledge of Human Resources including employment, compensation, benefits, employee relations, equal employment opportunity, organizational development, affirmative action, HRIS and health and safety services programs.
Knowledge of HRIS systems and HR data management processes.
Knowledge of HR policies, procedures, and basic employee relations principles.
Knowledge of HR policies, procedures, and applicable employment regulations.
In-depth knowledge of department policies, processes and organizational structure.
Understands HR lifecycle processes, including recruitment, onboarding, timekeeping, leave administration, payroll coordination, and employee actions, ensuring accurate processing and compliance.
Skill in supporting supervisors and employees through the performance review process
Skill in supporting multiple HR functions across departments.
Strong influencing and facilitation skills.
Strong Microsoft Office and database skills.
Ability to ensure accurate and timely processing of HR activities in alignment with procedures.
Ability to maintain accuracy and service quality in a changing work environment.
Ability to resolve routine to moderately complex HR issues by coordinating with appropriate HR or payroll resources.
Ability to coach, influence and facilitate solutions.
Ability to analyze situations and processes and suggest/sell process improvement solutions.
Communicates clearly and professionally with employees, supervisors, and HR staff regarding HR policies and procedures.
Works collaboratively with HR team members, payroll, and departmental contacts to ensure consistent application of HR processes and timely resolution of HR-related matters.

Responsibilities

May provide support to the HR Manager by running reports to analyze and compile data identifying trends within the operating unit, and completing HR forms and mailings.
Collaborates with departments on completing and verifying Request to Extend Offers and manage the Authorization to Fill and Extra Help request processes.
Collaborates with Recruiting on candidate tracking and on-boarding of new employees to assigned client group.
Works with HR Manager and HR Director to ensure the accurate and timely flow of personnel transactions from assigned operating unit.
Collaborates with Recruiting on candidate tracking, candidate relationship management, offer development and on-boarding of new employees to assigned client group.
Participates in interviews, completes special projects, and coordinates FMLA and retirement transactions.
Leverages relationships with COEs to provide guidance to managers and supervisors when issues arise related to performance, disciplinary action or employee grievances.
Assists the HR Manager in providing coaching to leadership team to support leadership development, decision-making, human resources management, problem-solving and performance management.
Provide guidance to managers, supervisors and employees on interpretation and implementation of City Code, workplace policies and practices, and relevant federal and state laws and regulations.
Upon instruction from Director, Labor Relations and/or HR Manager, provides support for investigations, collects and maintains information and documentation.
May perform other duties as assigned.