Human Resources Generalist

Job Description - Human Resources Generalist

Position Summary:  
Under the supervision of the Director of Human Resources and Employee Relations, this position is responsible for the day-to-day operations, organization, and processes that provide maximum support to teachers, administrators, and support staff.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists new employees through the complete onboarding process. 
• Conducts or acquires background checks and employee eligibility verifications.
• Assist employees with benefits during the hiring process, qualifying life events, and open enrollment. 
• Performs quality checks of benefits-related deductions and data.
• Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants and employees, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.
• Enters new employees into Harpers Payroll system and updates employee information as needed. 
• Maintaining accurate employee records in applicable databases, including but not limited to MTRS, ASPEN, Navigator, and Frontline.
• Assists with new-hire orientations and job fairs.
• Becomes familiar with all Collective Bargaining Agreements. 
• Tracks college credits submissions and assists the payroll department with transcript reporting.
• Coordinate with City Retirement and Human Resources staff on benefits-related matters.
• Coordinates all stipend letters to be presented to the Superintendent.
• Processes employee requests, including but not limited to suitability letter requests, name and address changes.
• Becomes familiar with the duties of other team members and assists them with projects in peak flow time, when requested.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Extensive knowledge of employee benefits and applicable laws.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient with Google Docs.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Proficient with or the ability to quickly learn payroll software.
• Ability to work successfully and collaboratively in a deadline-based environment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and data integrity.

Preferred Qualifications:

• SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) certification credential.
• Experience utilizing Harpers Payroll, MTRS, ASPEN, Navigator, and Frontline

Education, Training, and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in human resources or related field of study, or at least two years of experience in a Human Resources role.
• Demonstrated knowledge of school district structure.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Harpers Payroll and ASPEN.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Google Docs.

Reports To:

Director of Human Resources and Employee Relations

Terms of Employment:

Fully in person. Twelve-month work year. 

Salary:

This is an exempt non-union position. Salary is commensurate with experience and education. Salary Range: $60,000-$80,000.

The Everett Public Schools, in accordance with its nondiscrimination policies, does not discriminate in its programs, facilities, or employment or educational opportunities on the basis of race, color, age, criminal record (inquiries only), disability, homelessness, sex/gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetics or military status, and does not tolerate any form of retaliation, or bias-based intimidation, threat or harassment that demeans individuals’ dignity or interferes with their ability to learn or work.