Human Resources Generalist 2025-26

POSITION OBJECTIVE:

The position provides comprehensive support for a variety of Human Resources functions, including high-volume data entry, personnel file management and transfers, compensation adjustments, verification of experience, customer service and general support.

This position will be reviewed annually to determine continuation.

COMMITMENT TO EQUITY:

The Bellevue School District is committed to a diverse workforce representative of our students, one that embraces and models cultural competency as an international community.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (These duties are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.)

• Perform high volume data-entry related to HRIS implementation, personnel data, project agreements, stipends, and temporary hourly assignments.
• Enter a variety of payroll related data with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Prepare and submit reports, including clock hour portal submissions, certification credential tracking, and years of service documentation.
• Assist with required audit functions, including verifying contracts and assignment confirmations through PowerSchool Records.
• Complete employment verifications and process file transfers for current and former employees.
• Communicate new hire, resignation, retirement, leave, and assignment change information to budget, payroll, and information systems teams.
• Deliver clear and engaging presentations—both in person and remotely—on generic topics such as employee salary placement and certification requirements.
• Respond to routine inquiries and concerns, escalating issues when appropriate.
• Provide backup receptionist coverage, including answering phones and greeting visitors.
• Provide administrative support to the Human Resources Department.
• Perform related duties consistent with the scope and intent of the position.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:

• Reports directly to and is supervised by Director of Human Resources.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: (positions in this class typically require):

Required: 

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Demonstrated experience performing accurate, high volume: data entry, auditing and reporting.
• Prior work experience in a fast paced, high volume administrative or operational environment.

Preferred: 

• Experience working with Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS).
• Experience supporting or participating in HRIS implementation projects in WA.
• Familiarity with OSPI systems, processes, or reporting requirements.
• Has familiarity with public education, transcripts and credits.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS (position requirements at entry):

• Knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations related to Human Resources.
• Ability to perform all duties in accordance with applicable Board policies and District and legal requirements.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
• Ability to demonstrate multicultural sensitivity and work effectively and collaboratively with diverse populations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, formulas, links, graphs, and charts.
• Strong computer skills, including effective use of Microsoft 365 applications.
• Ability to communicate technical and procedural information clearly to non-technical audiences.
• Ensures consistent, professional, and clear messaging in all interactions.
• Possesses strong oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates effective customer service skills, including sensitivity to employee needs and the ability to assist in de-escalating situations with distraught staff members when necessary.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work effectively in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet inflexible deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and completion of work.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Positions in this class typically may require: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.

Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time.

Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

CTSA salary classification “3” $ 71,605 to $ 75,373 annual salary (starting at $ 71,604 annual), 40 hours per week, for a 260-day annual assignment.

Medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life-insurance eligibility is based upon 630 hours worked within a school year. Retirement provided through Washington State Department of Retirement Systems.  Other benefits include vacation and paid holidays.

NOTE:

The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.

Verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States must be completed. The District does not currently provide visa sponsorship. All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results of background checks with prior employers/professional references; satisfactory outcome of a criminal history background check (includes fingerprinting); satisfactory outcome of sexual misconduct information from prior school district employers; and approval by the Bellevue School Board.

Bellevue School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, neurodivergence, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

Civil Rights, Racial Discrimination, and Gender Expression or Identity Discrimination: Civil Rights/Nondiscrimination Compliance Coordinator Nancy Pham, (425) 456-4040 or phamn@bsd405.org.

Sex-based Discrimination, including Sexual Harassment: Title IX Coordinator: Jeff Lowell, (425) 456-4010 or lowellj@bsd405.org.

Disability Discrimination: Kerince Bowen, (425) 456-4168 or bowenk@bsd405.org.

Mailing address for all three: 12111 NE 1st Street, Bellevue, WA 98005.

Members of the public with disabilities who have specific concerns about the effectiveness of the District’s communications to them should contact Janine Thorn, Chief Communications and Engagement Officer, at 425-456-4000 or thornj@bsd405.org.