Human Resources Generalist

Location: Broadway State Office Building, 221 West High Street, Jefferson City, MO 65101

Semi-monthly salary: $2,365.19 (annual salary: $56,764.56). Individual(s) selected may receive a higher rate based on a pay differential (e.g., shift or time-of-service pay).

Why You’ll Love This Position

You will work with a team of dedicated HR professionals in a position that offers the exciting opportunity to work in a variety of human resources areas and programs. The role of Human Resource Generalist is far from one-dimensional.

Responsibilities

• Conduct background checks for DSS IT division contractors.
• Coordinate the recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes within the DSS IT division, including:
  • Preparing job announcements and posting vacant positions.
  • Reviewing applicant eligibility and hiring recommendations.
  • Issuing appointment letters and processing new hire documents.
• Create and maintain physical and electronic employment records.
• Process payroll and other actions in SAMII HR.
• Review Outside Employment Requests, Work Schedule Change Requests, and Disclosure of Relatives forms.
• Audit I-9’s and assist with the overall functions of the Personnel Unit.
• Perform other personnel duties such as conducting applicant searches in MO Careers.
• Provide support to DSS employees regarding all matters related to HR.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or 3–5 years of relevant experience (substitutions may be allowed).

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent communication, problem-solving, time management, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Ability to exercise discretion and confidentiality.
• Attendance and dependability are a must.
• Experience working independently and in a team environment to achieve goals.
• Highly motivated with a desire to ensure DSS employees are supported while at work.
• Knowledge of the State of Missouri’s organizational structure, principles and practices of human resources, and personnel administration concepts.
• Experience working in MO Careers and SAMII HR systems.

Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis for denying consideration to any applicant.

Benefits

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes:

• A defined pension plan.
• Generous amounts of leave and holiday time.
• Eligibility for health insurance coverage.

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