Human Resources Generalist

Human Resources Generalist HR/4-209
Human Resources

JOB SUMMARY

This position provides technical support for a variety of human resources functions.

MAJOR DUTIES

1. Provides support for the hiring process; assists with conducting interviews; coordinates drug tests and
background checks; prepares related correspondence, including offer letters; maintains new hire files; assists
new personnel with the completion of required forms; conducts orientation for new employees.

2. Processes employment verifications.
3. Processes separating employees; prepares separation notices.
4. Assists in coordinating awards ceremonies and other events.
5. Answers telephone and greets visitors; provides information and assistance to employees, retirees, job

applicants, and the general public.
6. Processes workers’ compensation cases.
7. Processes new benefit enrollments; assists with benefit enrollment meetings; creates benefit packets and

provides benefits-related information and assistance; processes vision reimbursements.
8. Assists with open enrollment auditing and benefit changes.
9. Processes new hire IDs.
10. Sorts and distributes incoming mail.
11. Sends and receives faxes.
12. Maintains office supply inventory; reorders as needed.
13. Performs other related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

1. Knowledge of standard human resources practices.
2. Knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations related to human resources.
3. Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.
4. Knowledge of workers’ compensation procedures.
5. Knowledge of county hiring processes and procedures.
6. Knowledge of benefits management principles.
7. Skill in public and interpersonal relations.
8. Skill in researching and preparing reports.
9. Skill in oral and written communication.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

The Human Resources Director assigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks
completed work for compliance with procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the final results.

GUIDELINES

Guidelines include county personnel policies, FLSA, wage and hour law, standard operating procedures, and
other state or federal laws relative to human resources. These guidelines require judgment, selection, and
interpretation in application.

COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK

• The work consists of related technical duties. Frequent interruptions and strict deadlines contribute to the

complexity of the position.

Human Resources Generalist, Human Resources

Success in this position contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of department operations.

CONTACTS

• Contacts are typically with co-workers, job applicants, benefits vendors, workers’ compensation vendors, and

• Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, resolve problem, and provide services.
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently sitting, standing,

• The work is typically performed in an office.
  

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

None.

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES

• Possession of a valid State of Georgia driver's license (Class C) and a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record

ADA COMPLIANCE

• Fayette County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the County to provide reasonable

HIPAA COMPLIANCE

• The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996, as amended, requires employees to protect

DRUG AND ALCOHOL COMPLIANCE

employment will undergo testing for the presence of illegal drugs and alcohol as a condition of employment. In
the course of employment, employees are subject to random, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, and
routine fitness for duty testing for illegal drugs and alcohol abuse. Employees are prohibited to work under the
influence, to possess, to distribute, or to sell illegal drugs in the work place or abuse alcohol on the job.
Confirmed positive is reason for denial of employment and/or termination.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with completion of specialized training in the field

associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two
years.

• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's licenses issued by the State of Georgia.