Human Resources Generalist

About the role

The Talent Acquisition Specialist/HR Generalist plays a key role in the City's recruitment and retention efforts, managing the full recruitment lifecycle to attract, hire and retain top talent. This position requires expertise in candidate sourcing, interviewing, and aligning candidates with the organization's needs and culture.

This position also performs a variety of HR Generalist functions including worker's compensation and FMLA administration. The Talent Acquisition Specialist/HR Generalist will work primarily at Wauwatosa City Hall, but will be required to travel to different City work locations to conduct interviews and/or orientations.

Responsibilities

• Works closely with hiring managers to understand their hiring needs and develops effective Recruitment Strategies.
• Creates And Maintains Job Descriptions, Job postings and recruitment plans.
• Acts as a partner in assessing candidates and recommending top talent.
• Provides guidance on interview techniques and recruitment best practices.
• Oversees the interview and selection process to hire candidates who are well qualified, skilled and fit the organization's service-first culture.
• Extends job offers and administers the onboarding experience, including leading new hire orientations, ensuring a smooth and positive candidate and new hire experience.
• Coordinates and ensures administration of leave programs (FMLA, Paid Parental Leave, Military Leave, and Workers Compensation).
• Collaborates with Workers Compensation vendor for claims administration.
• Provides support in implementing various HR processes and systems (onboarding, retention initiatives, etc).
• Provides support on other Human Resources functions and projects as necessary.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or related field required.
• Three to five years of Human Resources experience in a medium to large size organization with strong recruitment experience.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, And Outlook.
• PHR/SPHR Certification or SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP Certification preferred.
• Valid driver's license and must have reliable transportation to travel between City buildings.

Benefits

The City Of Wauwatosa provides an excellent benefits package, on-site employee health clinic, on-site fitness centers, meaningful work, and more! Employees will be automatically enrolled in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS), a pension plan to help provide for financial security during retirement, which consists of employer and employee required contributions.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $74,859.20 - 95,659.20, with starting salary determined on Qualifications And Professional Experience.

Schedule

This position will have the opportunity to work remotely on occasion and offers some flexibility in scheduling after successful onboarding.