Human Resources Generalist

The HR Generalist provides support for the day-to-day operations of the Human Resources Department for the Town.  The HR Generalist will carry out responsibilities across multiple functional areas, while also partnering with HR leadership to deliver excellent client service across the organization.

• Serves as a primary HR contact for employee inquiries made in person, via phone, or email, providing accurate information or referring complex issues to the appropriate HR team member.
• Coordinates HR communications, including policy updates; HR webpage, and announcements.
• Supports the onboarding process for new hires, ensuring completion of pre-employment requirements, E-verify, background checks, and new hire documentation.
• Supports various areas of the recruitment process, including job postings and outreach to candidates.
• Works with hiring managers to identify qualified candidates and reference checks; and sits on interview committees as requested. 
• Facilitates the offboarding process, including exit documentation, files and coordination with Finance.
• Supports Benefits Manager with tracking employee leaves of absence.
• Assists in data management by maintaining, digitizing and updating employee records in Paycom.
• Prepares standard and ad hoc HR reports as needed.
• Ensures accuracy and timeliness of data related to new hires, promotions, terminations, and employee status changes.  
• Manages vendor purchase orders, invoices, and budget tracking for HR related expenses.
• Monitors vendor contracts and makes recommendations for renewal.
• Oversees the hiring of seasonal staff and works with hiring managers to ensure an organized and effective process. 
• Responsible for working with other HR functional areas to create and update standard operating procedures.  
• Assists with scheduling various training events for department heads.
• Handles office responsibilities for ordering supplies.
• Provides back up for other functional areas in the HR Department.
• Works with Benefits Manager on wellness initiatives.
• May participate in special projects.
• Performs other duties as required.

• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 
  • Strong attention to detail, and ability to maintain confidentiality.
  • Strong computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office; experience with Paycom or other HRIS a plus.
  • Demonstrated ability to show initiative, work independently and manage multiple priorities.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to apply innovation solutions to problems.
  • Ability to be cross-trained in a team environment.
  • Ability to multi-task and respond to changing priorities.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree, with 2 or more years related work experience.   Equivalent work-related experience of 5 or more years of administrative experience may be considered in lieu of bachelor’s degree.

The Town of Fairfield is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Town will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the Town when necessary.