HR Generalist — Policy, Onboarding & Compliance

City of Somerville; Somerville (MA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance through GIC

Dental coverage

Vision care

Retirement pension

Tuition reimbursement

Free Blue Bikes membership

Job summary

City of Somerville seeks a proactive HR Generalist to support day-to-day HR operations, policy implementation, and regulatory compliance. The role covers onboarding, employment records, and payroll processes in a public sector setting.

You will interact with City staff and management, maintain confidential data, and assist with leave administration and Civil Service processes as required.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree and 3–5 years HR experience, or equivalent.
• PHR or SHRM-CP certification preferred.
• Knowledge of federal/state/local HR regulations and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Implements HR policies and procedures under direction.
• Maintains compliance with employment regulations.
• Manages department financials including payroll and contracts.
• Supports onboarding, hiring, transfers and terminations.
• Oversees unemployment and maintains HR records.
• Conducts I-9 audits and maintains records.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Negotiation

Conflict resolution

Time management

Analytical thinking

Education

Associate degree

PHR or SHRM-CP certification preferred

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Outlook

HRIS (including applicant tracking systems)

MUNIS

Job description

City of Somerville seeks a proactive HR Generalist to support day-to-day HR operations, policy implementation, and regulatory compliance. The role covers onboarding, employment records, and payroll processes in a public sector setting.

You will interact with City staff and management, maintain confidential data, and assist with leave administration and Civil Service processes as required.