Senior Human Resources Generalist

Job Description - Senior Human Resources Generalist (26142222)

Position Title:

Senior Human Resources Generalist - (26142222)

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Announcement:

The Departments of Administration and Fish, Wildlife and Parks seek a Senior Human Resource Generalist to provide leadership and support to a robust Human Resources program. This position reports to the Human Resources Operations Supervisor and serves on a dynamic and talented team of HR professionals.

Position Information:

The Senior Human Resource Generalist position supports management and employees in conducting their work to deliver programs by providing traditional human resource services. These services include recruiting, hiring and orientation, compensation, negotiating and administering labor contracts, training, promoting employee safety, conducting workforce analysis and data reporting, performance management, resolving complaints and grievances, and establishing and enforcing policies and practices in the workplace that contribute to employee and department welfare and reflect state and federal employment regulations. The Senior Generalist will also provide leadership and guidance to HR investigations and agency corrective action coordination, including policy development, revisions, implementation, official correspondence, and manager training.

Application Information:

Please remember to attach the required documents listed in this announcement.

Resume

Cover Letter

Applications missing the requested documents will be considered incomplete and may not progress further in the process. Documents not requested will not be considered in the recruitment process. The State Application is not a substitute for a Resume. This position closes at 11:59 PM Mountain Time on September 16, 2026. You must apply through the State of Montana Career site.

Special Information:

Identity of applicants who become finalists may be released to the public if the Department deems it necessary. Employees who exceed 1,040 hours in a calendar year are also provided health, dental and life insurance. Other benefits include retirement, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays. This position may be covered by a VEBA (Voluntary Employee Beneficiary Association).

A successful applicant will be subject to a background investigation.

Effective June 22, 2026, this agency is participating in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. After accepting a job offer and completing Form I-9, your information will be submitted to the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration for verification. For more information about E-Verify, please visit the E-Verify website found here, https://www.e-verify.gov/

You must reside in Montana (or move to Montana) to accept this position. In this position you, will be afforded the opportunity to telework, however, there will be required weekly in-office days in Helena. Specific conditions will be provided by the supervisor and must adhere to state policy.

Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience):

The knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position are typically acquired through a bachelor's degree in human resources, personnel management, public administration, business, communication, or a closely related field, along with three years of related job experience. Preference will be given to candidates with 3-5 years of professional human resources experience and 2-4 years of lead HR investigator experience. Other combinations of experience and education will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Applicant Pool Statement: If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection. Training Assignment: Not Applicable

Salary: $

39.50 - 41.00 Hourly

Telework Eligibility: Telework Eligible (Full-time telework is not available. Telework schedule must be supervisor approved.) Benefits Package Eligibility: Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

Number of Openings

: 1 Employee Status: Regular Schedule: Full-Time

Job Type

: Standard

Shift

: Day Job

Travel

: Yes, 15 % of the Time

Primary Location

: Helena

Agency: Department of Fish, Wildlife & Parks Union: 000 - None

Posting Date

: Sep 2, 2026, 3:57:48 AM

Closing Date (based on your computer''s timezone)

: Sep 16, 2026, 11:29:00 AM

Required Application Materials: Cover Letter, Resume

Contact Name: Human Resources | Contact Email: fwpemp@mt.gov | Contact Phone: 406-444-5617 Anyone who needs to request a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.

State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.