Human Resources Generalist Jobs

Description

Wage: $2,507.20 - $3,070.40 Biweekly

Job Type: Full-Time

Closing Date: 8/7/2023 or until filled

If you’re passionate about helping others succeed, Douglas County Libraries would like to meet you! We’re hiring for a Human Resources Generalist to serve as the first line of support for employees and supervisors at DCL. You’ll support the daily functions of the HR department and perform a wide range of critical tasks and projects that drive functional excellence and process improvement. We offer a hybrid schedule, competitive benefits package, generous time off, and excellent professional development opportunities. Let’s talk!

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

75% Human Resources Organizational Support:

• Engages in the DCL performance feedback system and completes the expectations outlined by your supervisor and department/division.
• Works closely with the Finance department to ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll updates including new hires, terminations, and changes to pay rates.
• Maintains employee files and HR records in a timely, organized, accurate and clear manner, in accordance with current best practices and regulations.
• Under guidance from the HR Manager, manages HR projects, moving the work forward with clear, accurate, and appropriate deadlines, documentation and communication to stakeholders.
• Coordinates employee onboarding, orientation and any training specific to the HR function, in collaboration with the Learning & Development department.
• Ensures the accuracy of all benefits enrollments and changes in the HRIS to provide vendors with accurate eligibility information. Performs quality checks of benefits-related data.
• Coordinates exceptional recruiting service to DCL internal leaders, staff and external applicants. Educates leaders to interview, evaluate, hire and retain world class talent in collaboration with the HR Manager and other HR team members.
• Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and library leadership, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the HR Manager.
• Provides accurate, timely reports upon request.
• Enters, maintains, and/or processes information in the HRIS and payroll system.
• Performs high-level tasks required to administer and execute HR programs including but not limited to compensation, benefits and leaves; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; occupational health, safety and wellness; and HR-specific training/development.

15% Human Resources Knowledge and Expertise:

• Quickly learns new technology that is introduced in the industry and the organization, as needed.
• Proactively makes recommendations and implements changes in HR processes as needed or requested.
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices regularly to maintain compliance.
• Stays abreast of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.

10% Leadership:

• Promotes positive and productive workplace cultures. Maintains effective working relationships with DCL staff.
• Acts with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Responds to day-to-day supervisor inquiries with guidance and resources on HR best practices to proactively manage employee relations and compliance, escalating complex situations to the HR Manager as appropriate.
• Demonstrates strong communication, organizational, time management and strategic thinking skills. Maintains a positive growth mind-set.
• Collaborates effectively with employees, supervisors, and the HR team to achieve desired outputs and outcomes for the department and organization.
• Participates in and supports District committees, trainings, and professional development.

Performs other duties as assigned.

One DCL Commitment: It is an expectation of each employee that you will exemplify Douglas County Libraries Brand, Culture and Values of welcoming to all, continual growth and authentic relationships.

Benefits

Douglas County Libraries (DCL) is a Colorado PERA Member Employer, so you will be enrolled in Colorado PERA. For details on member benefits go to www.copera.org.

Elective DCL Benefits Include

• Health Care Plans: medical, dental & vision
• 401k & 457 plans (through CO PERA)
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment coverage
• Legal-ID Shield
• Voluntary Plans: Accident, Critical Illness, Short Term, and Long Term Insurance

Additional DCL Benefits Include

• Extended Illness time off
• Benefits are subject to change
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Leaves of Absence for Qualifying Events

Requirements

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Four years of HR experience

Preferred

• Master’s degree in HR or related field
• SHRM-CP or equivalent HR Certificate

A combination of experience and education will be considered.

Physical Requirements: Must have a reliable method of transportation between all DCL locations. Must have the physical ability, stamina, mobility and manual dexterity to support a 7-day a week operation. Work at computer work-stations repetitively and for extended periods. Participate in meetings and events at various locations and at varied times throughout the day. Ability to read as small as 8pt font.