Human Resources GeneralistMake an impact in HR.The City of Clayton is looking for a Human Resources Generalist to join our team and help support employees throughout the organization. This is a broad, hands-on HR role with opportunities to work across recruiting, benefits, employee relations, HRIS, payroll, compliance, onboarding, employee engagement and training. You should be comfortable talking with employees and supervisors, asking questions, listening carefully, explaining policies and helping people work through workplace issues. At the same time, you'll spend plenty of time working independently-researching, organizing information, maintaining records and making sure the details are right. You don't have to know everything about municipal HR when you walk through the door. We can teach you our systems and processes. What matters most is that you're someone people can trust, who enjoys helping others, exercises good judgment and takes pride in getting the details right.Typical hours for this position are Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm with occasional early mornings and late evenings to support employee events.This is an exempt position with a starting salary of $67,394.78. What You'll DoRecruit, interview, and facilitate hiring for City positionsAdminister benefits, leave, and other HR programsPartner with Payroll to maintain accurate employee earnings, benefits, and deductionsMaintain HRIS and personnel recordsSupport employee onboarding, recognition, engagement, and employee eventsHelp develop and implement initiatives that support employee morale, communication, and workplace cultureRespond to questions from employees, applicants, and supervisorsSupport training and professional development initiativesMaintain compliance with employment laws, regulations, and HR best practicesStay current on HR trends, technology, and employment lawSupport the Senior Human Resources Generalist and the overall operation of the HR office What We're Looking ForRequired:Three years of progressively responsible HR experienceStrong communication, organization, and time-management skillsExcellent attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentialityKnowledge of employment laws and regulationsStrong interpersonal, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skillsAbility to learn and effectively use HR technologyPreferred:Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related fieldHR certification such as SHRM-CP, PHR, or PSHRA-CPExperience with employee relations, recruiting, benefits, HRIS, or payrollEquivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.Why Clayton?At the City of Clayton, we believe great HR starts with a great workplace. We've been recognized as a Top Workplace by the St. Louis Post-Dispatch for two consecutive years, and we're committed to investing in the people who make our organization successful.Our benefits package includes a defined-benefit pension, PSLF eligibility, affordable medical coverage, paid professional development, and tuition reimbursement after six months.Want to see the details? Take a look at our Benefits Brochure for a complete overview of our benefits-including coverage options and employee costs-so you can see exactly what the City of Clayton has to offer.If you're an HR professional who enjoys variety, building relationships, solving problems and continuing to learn, we'd like to hear from you.A resume is preferred. Cover letters are encouraged-and they will actually be read.Apply online. Position remains open until filled.The City of Clayton is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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