HR Generalist: Elevate Employee Experience & Compliance

Westminstermd; Westminster (MD); On-site; USD 57,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Leave including Vacation, Sick, &

Maryland State Pension System, 401(a)/

457 Deferred Compensation Plans

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Free Westminster Pool & Family Fitness

Job summary

The City of Westminster is seeking a knowledgeable Human Resources Generalist to join its HR team. This role covers recruitment, onboarding, benefits, leave programs, HRIS, compliance, and employee support to strengthen city operations.

You will work under the HR Director to administer day-to-day HR operations, maintain accurate records, generate reports, and ensure timely responses to employee questions, while delivering excellent customer service and continuous process improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR or related field and 4–6 years of HR experience.
• Working knowledge of HR principles, employment laws, benefits, leave administration, recruitment, records management, and HRIS.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
• Ability to analyze information, identify discrepancies, maintain records, and meet deadlines.
• Discretion, professionalism, and sound judgment handling confidential matters.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with employees, supervisors, vendors, and City leadership.
• Commitment to continuous learning and staying current with HR laws and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate recruitment from vacancy announcements through onboarding, partner with hiring managers, conduct interviews.
• Administer benefits programs, Open Enrollment, and maintain benefit records and billing.
• Administer FMLA and assist with other leave programs while coordinating with Payroll and providers.
• Maintain accurate employee information, HRIS data, and confidential files.
• Prepare HR reports, regulatory submissions, audits, surveys, and other compliance activities.
• Respond to employee questions and provide guidance on HR processes while escalating complex matters.

Skills

HR experience 4-6 years

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

SHRM-CP / PHR / IPMA-HR or comparable certification preferred

Job description

The City of Westminster is seeking a knowledgeable Human Resources Generalist to join its HR team. This role covers recruitment, onboarding, benefits, leave programs, HRIS, compliance, and employee support to strengthen city operations.

You will work under the HR Director to administer day-to-day HR operations, maintain accurate records, generate reports, and ensure timely responses to employee questions, while delivering excellent customer service and continuous process improvement.