Human Resource Generalist

The City of Galesburg seeks interested candidates for the Human Resource Generalist position.  This exempt, salaried, full-time position is expected to be compensated between $71,127.57 – $74,726.83 per year, depending on qualifications. 
The pay range for this position is $71,127.57 - $91,034.40 per year.  
The benefits associated with this position can be found at https://www.ci.galesburg.il.us/Document_Center/Department/Administration/Human%20Resources/Documents/Benefits%20Listing.pdf.

Essential Functions

• Develops and administers effective recruitment and staffing strategies, programs, and policies.
• Manages City’s personnel system including position classifications, job descriptions, performance evaluations, job analysis, interviewing, and training.
• Administers all benefit programs in accordance with collective bargaining agreements and the City’s personnel policy.
• Assist members in enrollment, amendment, and cancellation of benefits, including health insurance, vision, retirement accounts, etc.
• Assists with investigation action regarding all discrimination charges.
• Develops and implements personnel policies, procedures, and programs from accumulated resources and makes recommendations for current decisions and future situations.
• Assists with all aspects of employee discipline; including tracking, and reviewing appeals relating to discipline, suspension, or discharge of employees.
• Assists with internal investigations related to disciplinary issues.
• Acts as principal advisor to the Director of Human Resources on personnel matters; advises department heads on personnel problems and interpretation of personnel rules and policies.
• Assists with labor relations during contract talks, analyzes, and recommends changes in contract language as needed, and coordinates negotiating sessions.
• Administers the Performance Management software.
• Oversees the administration of the Educational Incentive Program.
• Coordinates Family & Medical leave.
• Coordinates internal training for City employees.
• Manages ADA-related accommodations or leave programs.
• Serves as an administrative representative for the Employee Assistance Program.
• Serves as the Chair of the Safety Committee. Administers and investigates safety issues, employee and City vehicle accidents, and liability claims and acts as a liaison with the City’s third-party administrator.
• Serves as a staff liaison for the City to the Community Relations Commission.
• Serves as the Chair of the Employee Relations Commission.
• Serves as the City’s HIPAA Privacy Officer; maintains confidentiality of all health information and assists members in filing HIPAA grievances.
• Coordinates internal training for City employees.
• Coordinates Department of Transportation required drug and alcohol testing for employees with a commercial driver’s license, and the Federal Transit Administration required drug and alcohol testing for Transit drivers.
• Performs and completes related work as required or as directed by the Director of Human Resources or City Manager.

Education and Experience

A bachelor’s degree in human resources, psychology, labor relations, public administration, or a closely related field.

PHR/SHRM-CP certification is desirable.  

Work Experience Required

Three to five years of directly relevant experience in personnel administration, labor relations, or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the necessary requirements for the position.

Personal Qualifications and Ability

• Ability to communicate effectively with employees and the general public; including strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of EEOC guidelines, rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of the American with Disabilities Act (ADA).
• Knowledge of human resources practices and theories.
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with employees and the general public; including interactions in individual, small group and group presentation settings.
• Ability to identify problem areas and make recommendations for corrective measures.
• Ability to manage complex projects and tasks, multiple assignments, difficult situations and conflict resolution.
• Knowledge of managerial/budgetary concepts, theories, practices, and principles.
• Knowledge of labor/management relationship concepts and adequate interpersonal skills to insure positive application of those concepts.
• To work independently and in groups with minimal supervision.
• Ability to maintain a regular work schedule.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This position is primarily sedentary in nature.  Incumbents may exert up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally and a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Incumbents are usually seated, but may also walk, stand, bend, stoop, reach, handle, and finger for brief periods of time. Must be able to talk and hear.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Environmental conditions are typical of those found in a conventional office setting.

How to Apply

To apply, all applicants must complete and submit an electronic application for employment through the City’s website at:
https://forms.ci.galesburg.il.us/Forms/o66d4.

The City reserves the right to close this posting at any time and without prior notice.  To receive consideration for this vacancy, all applicants are encouraged to apply promptly.