HR Generalist 2

State of Georgia; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 paid holidays

Annual and sick leave

Flexible workplace

Wellness benefits

Job summary

State of Georgia’s Department of Community Supervision seeks an HR Generalist 2 in Atlanta to manage Time & Absence, leave processing, and retirement tasks. You will handle HR transactions in GA@WORK, assist with employee data changes, verifications, and respond to inquiries, supporting mission-driven public service.

The role emphasizes compliance, accuracy, and collaboration with management to ensure smooth HR operations across the agency.

Qualifications

• High school diploma with four years of HR experience or equivalent experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Public Administration, or related field preferred.
• Experience with HR systems like PeopleSoft HCM or Workday is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Manage Time & Absence and related HR support across GA@WORK.
• Conduct leave audits and prepare Leave Verifications as needed.
• Process donated leave requests and restoration of unpaid leave.
• Handle Retirement Certification and interaction with ERS.
• Resolve internal MOJO/SAO HelpDesk tickets related to Time & Absence.
• Provide HR data and support for investigations and Open Records requests.
• Assist managers in updating absence calendars and HR data requests.
• Guide policies and assist with performance management processes.

Skills

Time & Absence

Leave Administration

Retirement Processing

HR Transactions

GA@WORK

Employee Data

Background Verifications

Customer Service

Education

High school diploma / GED

Bachelor’s degree in HR / related field

Tools

PeopleSoft HCM

Workday

Job description

HR Generalist 2# Team Georgia Careers## HR Generalist 2Apply: Atlanta: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: November 21, 2026 (7 days left to apply): JR0000005577Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia!We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career! **Job Title:**HR Generalist 2**Agency:**Department of Community Supervision**Job Requisition ID:**JR0000005577**Shift:**Any (United States of America)**Compensation Details:****Job Description:**# **\\*\\* This is a Statewide position. The main office location is at our Central Office in Atlanta, GA. \\*\\***# **\\*\\* This posting is subject to close once a suitable candidate pool or candidate has been selected. \\*\\*****Are you looking for an opportunity to use your human resources expertise to support a mission-driven organization? Do you enjoy solving complex HR challenges, managing leave and benefits, and supporting employees to ensure operational success? Are you interested in a career where human resources plays a critical role in supporting public safety and effective state government operations?** **The Georgia Department of Community Supervision (DCS) provides HR professionals with the opportunity to do just that!** **DCS is a nationally recognized leader in the field of community supervision. Dedicated HR support and employee services are essential to how we operate and support our workforce across the State of Georgia. As one of Georgia's largest law enforcement agencies, DCS relies on accurate, dependable, and efficient HR processes to support team members in carrying out our mission of improving public safety and helping individuals under supervision achieve successful outcomes.** **As an HR Generalist 2, you will help keep DCS operational and supported by managing Time & Absence, leave administration, retirement processing, and key HR transactions while providing guidance to employees and management. Our HR team collaborates across the agency to resolve inquiry tickets, streamline personnel operations, and advance effective human resource solutions.** **DCS values skilled, customer-focused, and adaptable professionals and offers opportunities for training and career growth. State employees also enjoy 13 paid holidays, annual and sick leave, workplace flexibility where appropriate, and employee wellness benefits.** **Put your human resources skills to work for a mission that matters.** **JOB SUMMARY:** Under general supervision, the HR Generalist 2 position provides multiple human resources services in support of the Georgia Department of Community Supervision (DCS). This position is responsible for daily HR transactions, recruitment, benefits, training, and other human resource functions. The role primarily provides operational HR support in the areas of Time & Absence, leave administration, retirement processing, employment and background verifications, employee data changes, GA@WORK support, and other related HR functions in coordination with our established HR processes. **RESPONSIBILITIES/ DUTIES:**The HR Generalist 2 will work in a collaborative environment to provide comprehensive Time & Absence and related HR support, with duties including but not limited to : * **Time & Absence Management:** Troubleshoot Time & Absence issues in GA@WORK, make appropriate adjustments to employee time calendars receiving Overtime payouts for Special Details, and monitor absence calendars.* **Leave Audits & Verifications:** Process leave audits and prepare Leave Verifications as needed.* **Leave Administration:** Process Donated Leave requests including solicitations, authorizations, and timesheets, and process restoration of previous unpaid leave and forfeited leave.* **Retirement Certification:** Process Certification of Final Forfeited Leave balances to the Employees' Retirement System (ERS) for retirements.* **Helpdesk Resolution:** Resolve internal MOJO Helpdesk tickets and submit/resolve SAO HelpDesk tickets relating to Time & Absence.* **Operational Support:** Complete daily tasks in GA@WORK to assist DCS staff, review GA@WORK Job Aids, and provide data and information as requested to DCS employees. Provide backup support on the Military Leave process in GA@WORK.* **Verification & Compliance:** Process employment (financial) and background verification requests. Retrieve requested HR data for OPS investigations, Legal, or Open Records requests.* **Team Collaboration:** Assist managers in updating and approving Absence Management time and absence calendars, and assist staff with special projects requesting employee data.* **Employee Relations & Performance Support:** Guide HR policies, assist management with performance management processes, address employee inquiries, and help resolve workplace concerns.* **HR Transactions & Personnel Records:** Process HR actions (hires, promotions, transfers, separations) in GA@WORK, maintain personnel records, and ensure full compliance with state and federal regulations. **MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:**High school diploma/GED and four (4) years of human resources experience; or one (1) year of experience required at the lower level HR Generalist 1 (HRP010) or position equivalent. Note: An equivalent combination of knowledge, education, job or intern experience, training, or certifications that provides the necessary knowledge and skills to successfully perform the job at the level listed may be substituted year-over-year. **PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:**All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be eligible for consideration. Applicants meeting four (4) or more preferred qualifications will be extended an interview. * Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field * At least three (3) years experience working in a State of Georgia HR environment * At least two (2) years of experience administering State of Georgia HR policies, civil service rules, and retirement systems (such as ERS). * At least two (2) years of hands-on experience using Human Capital Management systems such as PeopleSoft HCM or Workday, specifically in Time & Absence and Absence Management modules. * At least two (2) years experience working in the areas of, FMLA, LWOP, Workers’ Compensation, and leave administration. * At least three (3) years demonstrated experience performing leave audits or managing complex calculations for organizations with 100+ employees. * Proven track record of resolving a high volume of internal helpdesk tickets (e.g., MOJO, SAO) monthly while maintaining high customer satisfaction ratings and handling sensitive data with confidentiality. This is not an entry-level position. Intermediate to advanced level human resources experience is required. **PLEASE NOTE: This posting is subject to close once a suitable candidate pool or candidate has been selected.*****The Department of Community Supervision is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, or any other related statuses, protected by applicable state and federal statutes. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application or screening processes by contacting the Office of Human Resources at [e-mail]*** ***In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you are an individual with a disability and wish to acquire this job announcement in an alternative format, or if you require assistance or other reasonable accommodations in order to participate in the selection process, you may contact the Office of Human Resources at [e-mail].***