Human Resources Generalist I

Human Resources Generalist I

Salary

$67,489.68 - $77,613.13 Annually

Location

Georgetown: 100 Wilco Way, TX

Job Type

Full-Time - Funding to begin on 10/01/2026

Job Number

14.03442

Department

Human Resources

Opening Date

09/30/2026

FLSA

Exempt

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting directly to the Workforce Services Manager, responsible for providing HR services including hiring, administering pay/leave, and enforcing Williamson County policies and procedures.

EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED

• Develop strong working relationships with supported departments
• Guides managers and employees throughworkforce questions/concerns
• Assistsemployees with changes, retirement, andemployment separation processes
• Administers talent acquisition processes to includeopen requisitions, posting vacancies, processing applicants, coordination of pre-employment testing, andon-boarding
• Partners with payroll on employmentrecords and timekeeping issues
• Builds new employee record in HumanResourcesInformationSystem(HRIS)and approves workflow entriessubmittedby department liaison ensuring adherence to compensation policies
• Participates in on-going implementations and testing of HRIS enhancements
• Processesandmaintainsallemployee filesin an electronic documentrepository system
• Processes FamilyMedicalLeaveAct (FMLA)requests and required documentation to ensure compliance withcounty policy and FMLA law
• Responds to Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) unemployment claims
• Maintains communication withassigneddepartmentsand Risk ManagementregardingWorker'sCompensationclaimsand return to work status
• Assistswith annual open enrollment including enrollmentassistanceand wellness fair
• Serves on cross-functional HR team and projects for theimprovement of the organization
• Utilizes job analysis questionnaire information for positions and prepares job descriptions
• Complieswithall federal, state,and local lawspertaining toemployment
• Attends all meetings andtrainings, asrequired
• Performsspecial duties as assigned

ORGANIZATION RELATIONSHIPS

• Reports directly to - Workforce Services Manager
• Direct Reports - No

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Position involves prolonged sitting at a workstation, reaching, walking, twisting, bending, repetitive motions, and standing

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

• Work is primarily indoors in an air-conditioned environment
• Regular travel between work sites as required

IRREGULAR HOURS

• Work outside of the normal office hours (Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) may be required
• May be deemed essential personnel in the event of an emergency
• Regular attendance is required

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and two (2) years of related Human Resources experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Knowledge of employee relations and employment laws
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Required within thirty (30) days of employment

• Valid driver's license

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification or The Society for Human Resources Management - Certified Professional (SHRM-CP)
• Working knowledge of Workday, UKG/Kronos, and/or Laserfiche
• Prior experience working as an HR Generalist
• Prior experience working in a public sector environment

EMPLOYMENT TESTING

Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:

• Criminal background check: Yes
• Motor Vehicle Record check: Yes
• Drug screening: Yes
• Physical exam: No
• Psychological exam: No
• Additional: No

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

A Williamson County online application (resumes alone are not sufficient) must be received before the position is closed. Positions are open until filled, subject to close at any time after five (5) business days. The Human Resources Department is located at 100 Wilco Way, Georgetown, TX 78626. Phone (512) 943-1533 or visit our website at www.wilco.org/hr.

Williamson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.

TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE POLICY

Williamson County is a tobacco free workplace. The use of tobacco products (e.g., cigarettes, cigars, pipes, snuff, chew, etc.) and Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS) (e.g., vapor, e-cigarettes, etc.) prohibited on all Williamson County premises. Employees who violate this policy are subject to appropriate disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.

Williamson County offers a full range of employee benefit programs for eligible full-time employees, retirees, and their families. These programs include group health plans for medical and dental coverage; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); life; short- term disability and long-term disability insurance; and flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care reimbursements.

To review our benefit options and associated costs, click here to visit our interactive benefits cost estimator.

The County also provides retirement benefits. Full-time & part-time employees participate in the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS), and employees may also participate in a retirement savings program (Deferred Compensation). In addition to these basic employee benefits and retirement services, employees benefit from a variety of other programs including 12 paid holidays. For more details please contact Williamson County Human Resources at 512-943-1533.

01

Do you possess a Bachelors degree in a related field and two (2) years of related Human Resources experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you possess a working knowledge of employee relations and employment laws?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite?

• Yes
• No

04

Select the human resources areas where you have work experience on a full-time basis. Check all that apply.

• Benefits
• Compensation
• Employee Relations
• Family Medical Leave
• Human Resource Information Systems
• Organizational and Employee Development
• Staffing
• Workers Compensation
• No experience in these areas.

05

Which of the following best describes your experience using Workday? (select one)

• I have not used Workday before.
• I have basic experience using Workday for simple tasks (e.g., viewing pay, updating personal info).
• I have moderate experience using Workday, including processing HR transactions (e.g., job changes, hiring, onboarding, time/absence).
• I have advanced experience using Workday, including configuring processes, creating reports, or supporting system administration.
• I am an expert Workday user with experience in system configuration, troubleshooting, integrations, security, and complex reporting.

06

Provide an example of your experience coaching and counseling a supervisor/manager to resolve a workplace issue.

07

Based on the job description, why do you believe you are the best candidate for this position?

Required Question

Employer Williamson County

Address Human Resources

100 Wilco Way, Suite HR101

Georgetown, Texas, 78626

Phone 512-943-1533

Website https://www.wilcotx.gov/469/Human-Resources