The City of Mandan, North Dakota is currently accepting applications for the position of:

Human Resources (HR) Generalist - Grade 17

The City of Mandan is seeking a Human Resource Generalist to join our growing team. Within this role, you will support the day to day operations of the City HR department. The ideal candidate will have a well-rounded understanding of HR principles and practices such as Payroll, Benefits, Recruitment, and Safety related programs. Excellent organizational skills, strong communication, and a desire to collaborate and embrace change are considered key to succeeding within this role.

Position Details

Salary starting at $26.73/hour (depending on experience)

Status: Non-Exempt | Full-Time

Department: Human Resources (HR)

Closing Date: August 20, 2024 (end of day)

*Applications without a resume will be disqualified.

JOB SUMMARY

This position is responsible for performing a variety of generalized human resources management duties in support of city operations such as Payroll, Benefits, Recruitment, and Safety related programs.

MAJOR DUTIES

• Oversees the employee selection process, including advertising, recruiting and interviewing for vacant positions; coordinates interviews; screens applications; prepares correspondence.
• Provides assistance to city staff in the interpretation of personnel policies and procedures.
• Develops and conducts new employee orientation.
• Participates in the administration of the City’s workforce safety and insurance program; monitors return to work status; communicates with injured employees, WSI representatives, nurses, and vocational rehabilitation representatives.
• Serves on the Safety and Wellness Committee; participates in the administration of the City’s safety and wellness programs; collaborates with city staff to reduce the cost, severity and frequency of accidents and illness; identifies and coordinates safety training and activities.
• Analyzes, develops, and revises computer applications and department forms; updates the department website.
• Serves as back-up for processing payroll; reviews payroll data for accuracy and completeness and makes changes as needed; processes and reviews deductions for accuracy; maintains employee leave balances.
• Maintains the confidentiality of employee records.
• Performs benefits administration duties; processes status changes; processes claims; communicates benefits information to employees.
• Tracks leave of absences and maintains leave records.
• Performs related duties.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of human resources administration.
• Knowledge of the policies, procedures, and ordinances governing city personnel activities, the conditions of employment, and employee benefits.
• Knowledge of state and federal employment and labor statutes and legislative proposals.
• Knowledge of city payroll processes.
• Knowledge of employee benefits administration principles.
• Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.
• Skill in prioritizing and organizing work.
• Skill in the provision of customer service.
• Skill in understanding and interpreting policies and procedures.
• Skill in the maintenance of confidential employee records.
• Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently sitting, standing, or stooping. The employee occasionally lifts light and heavy objects.
• The work is typically performed in an office.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of a baccalaureate degree in a course of study related to the occupational field.
• Experience sufficient to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.

Notes:

• Applicants who are residents of North Dakota and eligible to claim veteran’s preference must include Form DD-214. Claims for disabled veteran’s preferences must also include Form DD-214 and a letter less than one year old from the Dept. of Veteran’s Affairs indicating disability; claims for preference as the eligible spouse of a disabled or deceased veteran must include Form DD-214, a marriage certificate, and a letter less than one year old from Dept. of Veteran’s Affairs indication disability, or the veteran’s death certificate.
• Applicants who may need additional job information or may require accommodation or assistance with the application or interview process should contact Human Resources.
• Applicants are subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
• The City of Mandan is an Equal Opportunity Employer.