Human Resources Generalist (In House Promotional)

Human Resources Generalist (In House Promotional)

Salary

$56,941.00 - $72,673.00 Annually

Location

711 W. Cinnamon Drive, Lemoore, CA

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

2026-34

Department

Human Resources

Opening Date

10/06/2026

Closing Date

10/11/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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Job Description

DEFINITION

To perform a wide array of technical, professional, administrative and analytical work relating to human resources including classification and salary administration, labor relations and negotiations, employee relations, workers compensation, risk management; to coordinate assigned activities with other functions, divisions, outside agencies and the general public, to recommend action and assist in policy, procedure, work methods and budget development and implementation relating to human resources; and to provide responsible staff assistance in support of human resources.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives direction from City Manager or designee.

Duties

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION STATEMENTS--Essential responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Essential Functions:

• Perform full range of recruitment, selection and onboarding functions.
• Administer benefit and leave programs.
• Develop, monitor and coordinate employee training programs.
• Advise employees, department heads and the public on matters relating to applicable state and federal laws, employment, benefits, policies, procedures and labor agreements.
• Assist management employees with disciplinary matters.
• Prepare and process personnel action documents.
• Receive, review, verify, log and process performance evaluation documents.
• Prepare and process various human resources forms and reports.
• Manage and maintain personnel records and files.
• Maintain and update pay scales.
• Assist with employee engagement and recognition programs.
• Process assigned invoices for payment.
• Enter and update employee records electronically and run reports.
• Oversee employee grievance procedure.
• Ensure labor law compliance and update required worksite postings.
• Complete employment verifications.
• Administer Employee Homebuyer Program.
• Process liability claims filed on City. Investigates, prepares reports and processes claims through risk management agency.
• Lead City's Safety Committee.
• Receive, process, monitor and report worker's compensation claims. Prepare required reports.
• Oversee all risk management within the City and serves as City's risk management agency representative.
• Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive citizen and employee inquiries and complaints.
• Perform related duties as required.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

Operations, services, and activities of a comprehensive human resources program.

Principles and practices of public sector personnel administration including recruitment, selection, classification, compensation, risk management, benefits administration and employee relations.

Methods and techniques of recruiting, interviewing and selecting qualified applicants for employment.

Principles and practices of wage and salary benefit administration.

Methods and techniques of job analysis.

Principles and procedures involved in labor negotiations.

Methods and techniques of conducting employee investigations.

Principles and practices of municipal budget preparation and administration.

Advanced methods of report preparation and presentation.

Principles of training, and performance evaluation.

English usage, spelling, grammar, punctuation at an advanced level.

Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.

Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.

Ability to:

Provide technical assistance within a comprehensive human resources management and risk management program.

Identify and respond to sensitive community and organizational issues, concerns, and needs.

Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals.

Research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods and techniques.

Participate in classification and compensation functions and apply classification and compensation principles to the organization and staffing of the agency.

Implement an efficient employee recruitment, selection and retention program.

Review and resolve employee grievances in accordance with labor agreements.

Interpret City personnel programs and policies to employees and the public.

Prepare clear and concise administrative and financial reports.

Interpret and apply applicable federal, state, and local policies, laws, and regulations.

Operate office equipment including computers and supporting software applications.

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Experience and Training Guidelines

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience:

Two years of human resource administration experience, preferably in the public sector.

Training:

Equivalent to an Associate's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in public or business administration, human resources management or a related field.

Additional Information

WORKING CONDITIONS

Environmental Conditions: Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment with some travel to different sites; incumbents may be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends and may be required to travel outside City boundaries to attend meetings.

Physical Conditions: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; to travel to other locations using various modes of private and commercial transportation; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.

Additional Information:

An application and resume are required for an application to be considered complete.

SELECTION PROCESS: The qualifications of each applicant, as set forth in the application, will be continuously reviewed by Human Resources. Applicants whose applications clearly demonstrate they meet the requirements may be invited to participate in the selection process, which may be any combination of written, oral and/or performance exams. A score of 70% or above is required to advance through each phase of the process. An application must be completed. A resume is not a substitute for an application.

VETERANS PREFERENCE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST

Veterans Preference Application

Must Submit the request form and certified DD-214 prior to the closing date.

THE CITY:

Lemoore is a growing community with approximately 25,000 residents and is located in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley, equidistant between San Francisco and Los Angeles. Home to Lemoore Naval Air Station, which is the Navys newest, largest, and only west coast master jet base, serves as a home for all Navy F/A-18 Hornet and Super Hornet aircraft and the brand new F-35C squadron on the west coast. The base supports the U.S. Pacific Fleet.

Lemoore prides itself on its safe, friendly, small-town environment, active volunteerism, numerous community events, a volunteer fire department, and high-quality education. Lemoore is also home to West Hills College at Lemoore.

Yosemite, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, as well as the scenic Central Coast, are all within a two-hour drive.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:

Public Employees Retirement System: The City provides the PERS retirement program, 2% at 55 for Classic Members and 2% at 62 for New Members.

Holidays: Twelve (12) specific holidays, plus forty (40) floating hours.

Vacation: Vacation leave starts at 12 days annually, increasing to 21 days based on time in service.

Sick Leave: Sick leave accrual of 12 days per year with unlimited accumulation. At retirement, unused sick leave may be applied toward retirement.

Medical, Dental, Vision: The city provides health insurance through Public Agency Coalition Enterprise (PACE). The City pays $1,710 towards medical, dental, and vision premiums.

Life: A Basic Life insurance policy of $50,000 is provided for all City of Lemoore employees.

Tuition Reimbursement: $750 annually for lower division course work, $1,500 annually for upper division coursework.

THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS:

Application: Applicants must submit an application and other documents required as specified in the job announcement by the closing time specified on the final filing date. Each recruitment process is treated separately and a separate application must be submitted for each position applied for.

Examination: Applicants will be evaluated and applicants who appear to be most qualified will be invited to participate in an examination or a combination of examinations as indicated in the position announcement.

Exam Accommodations: If you are qualified for the job but need reasonable accommodations to take the exam, we encourage you to request reasonable accommodations prior to the exam by calling Human Resources at (559) 924-6744 ext. 700.

Eligibility Lists: Eligibility lists contain names of applicants who have obtained passing scores. Eligible lists are generally maintained for a minimum of six (6) months.

Probationary Period: Generally, employees appointed to regular positions serve a one (1) year probationary period. An employee may be terminated without recourse for any reason and at any time during the probationary period.

Eligibility to work in the U.S.: Prior to employment, applicants will be required to provide proof of US citizenship, alien registration or authorization to work in the United States at time of appointment. Failure to do so within three (3) days from the date of hire may be cause for termination.

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Employer City of Lemoore

Address 711 W. Cinnamon Drive

Lemoore, California, 93245

Phone 559-924-6744

Website http://www.lemoore.com