HR GENERALIST-BENEFITS

Washington County; West Bend (WI); Sur place; USD 69 000 - 78 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS)

Paid time off and holidays

Employee wellness programs

Professional development opportunities

Résumé du poste

Washington County in West Bend, WI, is seeking a Human Resources Generalist focused on benefits administration to support ~600 employees across county departments. The role combines benefits, recruitment, employee relations, training, and HR compliance in a full-time, onsite capacity.

The ideal candidate has a strong benefits background, knowledge of HR laws, and solid communication skills. You will coordinate open enrollment, wellness initiatives, onboarding, and policy interpretation while

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR or related field.
• 3-5 years of HR experience.
• Experience administering employee benefits.
• Knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Valid Wisconsin driver's license.

Responsabilités

• Administer employee benefit programs, including enrollments, changes, terminations, HRIS updates, vendor coordination, billing reconciliation, COBRA administration, and open enrollment
• Coordinate employee wellness initiatives and the annual Wellness Fair
• Recruit, hire, and onboard employees
• Conduct New Hire Orientation and support engagement initiatives
• Advise supervisors on employee relations, performance management, policy interpretation, and corrective actions
• Assist with workplace investigations and employment law compliance
• Support employee and leadership training programs
• Respond to employee questions regarding HR programs, policies, benefits, and procedures
• Maintain accurate HR records and assist with compliance reporting

Connaissances

Benefits administration

Recruitment

Employee relations

Training and development

HR compliance

Communication skills

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

Outils

HRIS

Description du poste

HR GENERALIST-BENEFITS

Human Resources Generalist

Washington County, Wisconsin | West Bend, WI

Full-Time | Onsite | Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Salary: $69,000 - $78,000

Be the Go-To Resource for Benefits and Employee Support

Washington County is committed to creating an environment where residents and businesses enjoy an authentic quality of life through safe communities, economic vitality, reliable infrastructure, and access to essential services.

We are seeking a Human Resources Generalist to support approximately 600 employees across diverse County departments. This role covers benefits administration, recruitment, employee relations, training, engagement, performance management, and HR compliance.

A strong foundation in employee benefits is essential. The successful candidate will oversee day-to-day benefits administration, coordinate wellness initiatives, support open enrollment, and partner with vendors to ensure a positive employee experience.

What You'll Do

• Administer employee benefit programs, including enrollments, changes, terminations, HRIS updates, vendor coordination, billing reconciliation, COBRA administration, and open enrollment
• Coordinate employee wellness initiatives and the annual Wellness Fair
• Recruit, hire, and onboard employees
• Conduct New Hire Orientation and support engagement initiatives
• Advise supervisors on employee relations, performance management, policy interpretation, and corrective actions
• Assist with workplace investigations and employment law compliance
• Support employee and leadership training programs
• Respond to employee questions regarding HR programs, policies, benefits, and procedures
• Maintain accurate HR records and assist with compliance reporting

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• 3-5 years of Human Resources experience
• Experience administering employee benefits and supporting multiple HR functions
• Knowledge of employment laws, HR best practices, and HRIS systems
• Strong communication, organizational, and problemsolving skills
• Valid Wisconsin driver's license

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension
• Paid time off and holidays
• Employee wellness programs
• Professional development opportunities

Washington County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.