Human Resources Generalist or Senior HR Generalist

POSITION TITLE:       Human Resources Generalist or Senior HR Generalist

DEPARTMENT:           Human Resources

LOCATION:                 CASS HQ - Sacramento

REPORTS TO:            Human Resources Manager

FLSA STATUS:            Full-time, Regular, Exempt - Salary

SCHEDULE:                M-F 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

COMPENSATION:      $3,841.07 - $4,667.87 or $4,506.66 - 5,529.33 or per                                          month (DOE)

SCHEDULE:               Hybrid schedule will be considered after 90 days of                                              satisfactory performance.

The Cooperative Agricultural Support Services (CASS) is a Joint Powers Authority that was originally formed as a partnership between the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) and the Counties of Yolo and Trinity. Since then, CASS’ services have expanded throughout California to support the agricultural industry and the consumers of its products by providing human resources and administrative support services. CASS’ program activities include agricultural inspection, pest prevention and other programs administered by CDFA, county agricultural commissioners, and other public agencies.  

We are seeking an enthusiastic and eager to learn Human Resources (HR) Generalist/Senior Generalist to join our Human Resources Department. This position reports directly to the Executive Officer/HR Manager.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Under the general direction of the Executive Director/HR Manager, the HR Generalist provides technical and administrative support for various functions within the human resources department including labor and employee relations, compensation and benefits administration, classification  evaluations, workers compensation, maintenance of human resources records, with an emphasis on recruitment and other human resources functions within the Department of Human Resources; The HR Generalist performs technical duties that require extensive technical knowledge and duties that require application of independent judgment and discretion.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Responds to inquiries from managers and supervisors regarding employee issues, human resource policies, practices, procedures, and benefits.
• Conducts investigations into employee relations issues and concerns. Makes recommendations to the Human Resources Manager for resolution of employee relations issues and concerns.
• Implements recruitment plans, prepares technical materials, contacts organizations and media to advertise recruitments, screens applications, organizes, schedules, and conducts interviews, and coordinates interview panels as required.
• Research policies, laws, and procedures to answer questions and respond to requests for information; explains and applies interpretations of human resources procedures, polices, and rules.
• Assists Human Resources Manager or designee with design, implementation, and delivery of training to all employees as needed. 
• Assists in the development and implementation of systems and procedures pertaining to human resource functions and operations. 
• Prepares and maintains a variety of files, logs, spreadsheets, and records including those pertaining to investigation, complaints, and recruitments. 
• Prepares reports and spreadsheets identifying those employees requiring an evaluation and step increase; contacts affected department regarding employee performance evaluation procedures including timeline and completion dates. May participate in performance evaluation meetings.
• Participates in new employee orientation activities; provides new employees with hiring and benefits paperwork; makes presentations regarding benefits; explains coverage and programs; processes appropriate forms and coordinates activities with related departments and/or outside agencies.
• Assists in the performance of classification studies, develops, or revises job descriptions, gathers, and compiles salary and benefit data, organizes and presents information.
• Assists with workers compensation administration; works with workers comp provider and related entities.
• Plans, develops, and conducts routine training sessions.
• Represent CASS at job fairs and other employment related functions.
• Prepares, processes, and ensures timely processing of unemployment, disability, and death claims; maintains follow-up on all claims.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

The incumbent in this position should have 3 or more years of experience in Human Resources. The incumbent in this position should have obtained a minimum education/training/certification: Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management, Business Management, Psychology, or related field. 

The incumbent should have the knowledge of and ability to:

• Understand/interpret California employment law.
• Provide general administrative support to the Human Resources Department; composes letters, memoranda, and other correspondence related to assigned human resources programs and activities.
•  Excellent inter-personal skills and the ability to interact with all levels of the organization, client management, outside agencies, and public.
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills as well as good facilitation and presentation skills.
• Understanding of principles and practices of human resources discipline.
• Pertinent state and local laws, codes, and regulations related to human resources.
• Perform a full range of human resources work involving the use of independent judgment and personal initiative. 
•  Answer questions and provide information to CASS employees, outside agencies, and the public requiring the interpretation and explanation of human resources program, policies, and procedures.
• Maintain accurate, confidential, and complete employee records.
• Research, compile, analyze, and interpret data in the preparation of human resources reports.
• Multi-task with frequent interruptions and a high degree of employee contact.
• Exercise good judgment and maintain confidentiality in maintaining critical and sensitive information, records, and reports.
• Organize work to meet priorities and deadlines.
• Demonstrate an awareness and appreciation of the cultural diversity of the community. 

COMPENSATION:

• Full-time, Regular, Exempt - Salary
• $3,841.07 – 4,667.87 or   $4506.66 - $5,529.33   per month (DOE)
• Benefits package including medical benefits, matching retirement contributions, and annual and holiday leave.