HUMAN RESOURCES GENERALIST

Job Summary

The HR Generalist (Recruiter) is responsible for managing the full cycle recruitment and onboarding process. This position plays an important part in building a strong employer brand for our city to ensure we attract, hire and retain the most qualified employees.

Essential Job Functions

• Collaborates with department managers to identify and draft detailed and accurate job descriptions and hiring criteria.
• Assists with the interview process, attending and conducting interviews with managers and directors.
• Screen applications and selects qualified candidates.
• Conduct new hire and benefits orientation and enter employee information into HRIS system.
• Responds to benefits inquiries from managers and employees on plan provisions: benefits enrollment, status changes, and other general inquires.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and company policies.
• Attends and participates in job fairs, campus events, and other networking opportunities. Assists with open enrollment.
• Coordinate with Public Information Officer to post vacancies on social media.
• Perform background checks and drug screens and assist with random drug testing.
• Process PO requisitions, and personnel action forms.
• Submit monthly reports such as JOLTS to BLS, new hires to OAG and process initial unemployment responses.
• Responds to natural disaster emergencies as part of EOC Call Center; may require working beyond normal business hours and/or on weekends.
• Provide personnel policy and procedure guidance to employees.
• Maintain regular and prompt attendance, physically present to work.
• Performs other similar or related duties as assigned.

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Minimum Qualifications & Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Associate's Degree in Human Resources or related field preferred.
• At least 2 years of Human Resources experience and/or administrative office experience.
• Experience with HRIS and applicant tracking systems preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office such as: Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Publisher, and PowerPoint)
• Valid Class "C" Texas Driver License and be insurable.
• Applicant must pass pre-employment criminal background check and drug screen at City's expense.
• Must successfully complete HIPAA training and Emergency Management and Incident Command Training.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• General knowledge of HR laws, practices, and policies.
• Knowledge of applicant tracking and recruitment software.
• Good written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.

Working Conditions/Physical Demands

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Occasional walking, standing, and stooping.
• Occasional lifting, moving, or positioning objects up to 15lbs.
• Works in a well-lighted office setting with heating and cooling air conditioning.

Disclaimer

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so assigned to this position. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.

Any applicant selected for employment with the City of Weslaco must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing, references, background checks, and credential verification.