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Job Title: Human Resources Generalist
Company: Pasco School District
Location: Pasco, WA
Salary: $65,533 - $77,845

Job Purpose Statement:

The Human Resources Generalist is responsible to perform a variety of human resources functions at a professional level in their functional area(s). Functional areas of expertise may include one or more of the following specialties: employee relations, labor relations, employment, compensation, benefits administration, workers’ compensation, leaves of absence, and training and development. The position regularly and customarily exercises discretion and independent judgment.

Essential Job Functions:

Maintains current working knowledge of district policies and procedures.
Maintains knowledge and understanding of laws, rules, regulations, trends, and best practices in human resources.
Responsible for fair and timely resolution of matters within functional area, minimizing any legal exposure to the district.
Responds objectively with sensitivity and diplomacy to employment related inquiries from employees and managers.
Provides guidance to operational leadership and employees on human resources issues.
Participates and supports process improvement by providing appropriate documentation, training, reporting research and analysis for functional areas.
Serves as organizational subject matter expert for functional areas.
Promotes excellence in customer service with the public and district staff.
Performs as a cooperative team member to promote effective customer service, productivity and work relationships in the Employee Services department.
Works closely with the employee relations team to identify, research and resolve matters.
Manages special projects as assigned.
Participates in developing department goals, objectives and systems.
Assists with preparation of plans, procedures, documents, and report.

Other Job Functions:

Supports other personnel as may be required to assist them in the completion of their work activities
Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements - Qualifications:

Education & Experience Required:

A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field required. Equivalent work experience may act as a substitute for educational requirements.
A minimum of three (3) years of human resources experience required.
Human Resources experience in a work environment governed by collective bargaining agreements required.

Skills & Abilities Required:

Thorough understanding of local, state, and federal laws involving employment, HR, and HR policies.
Working knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines, including compensation practices, employee and union relations, diversity, and performance management.
Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organizations HRIS, payroll, timekeeping, and absentee management systems.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.

Licenses, Certifications, Bonding, and/or Testing: