Human Resources Generalist (Temporary Position), Human Resources Department

Stearns County MN•St. Cloud, MN

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About The Position

Stearns County Mission: Provide Exceptional Public Services to Assure a Safe, Healthy, Vibrant County for All. Stearns County Values: Professional | Approachable | Responsive | Collaborative | Fair & Equitable Stearns County is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, public assistance status, veteran status, disability or sexual orientation. It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. SALARY: $21.69/hour (Non-Union Position) Join Our HR Team! Are you a college student or recent graduate looking for a valuable Human Resources job experience? The Human Resources Department is looking for a motivated, detail-oriented individual to assist with recruitment and hiring in a temporary role. If you have strong communication skills, demonstrate initiative, are tech-savvy, and eager to learn about public sector HR, this is your chance to apply your skills and gain valuable experience. Stearns County derives strength from the diversity of its workforce and provides a welcoming environment where all are respected and valued. Apply today and take the next step in your HR career! Continuous Posting; applications will be reviewed in batches based on the date the application was submitted. This opportunity is for Spring – Summer 2026; dates are flexible depending on candidate’s availability. Position Objective: The position will partner with Human Resource staff in a professional environment to build a valuable Human Resources foundation and skillset. This position supports the recruitment process by managing job postings, coordinating interview logistics, and assisting with candidate sourcing through the County’s applicant tracking system. The role ensures a smooth and compliant hiring experience while delivering responsive front-desk support and performing related administrative tasks.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a college or university program majoring in Human Resources, General Business, Communications, or a related field.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Human Resources and marketing best practices.
Skilled in Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to organize and prioritize workload in an efficient manner.
Ability to process information with attention to detail.
Ability to be adaptable and flexible.
Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
Ability to work effectively on a team and independently.

Responsibilities

Provides support throughout the recruitment lifecycle by leveraging Workday, the County’s applicant tracking system, and performing related administrative tasks to ensure an efficient and compliant hiring process.
Creates, updates, and posts job announcements across approved platforms to attract qualified candidates.
Prepares and organizes interview logistics to support an optimized hiring process.
Processes and tracks onboarding and offboarding tasks and forms to ensure compliance.
Delivers front-desk and customer support services by assisting visitors and employees in person, by phone, by email and through virtual platforms.
Assists with developing innovative marketing and communication strategies that engage and support the areas of recruitment and retention, wellness, and employee benefits.
Assists with candidate sourcing through job postings and databases.
Creates recruitment and onboarding related tools and resources.
Attends work regularly and in a timely manner.
Performs other duties as assigned or apparent.