Human Resources Generalist

City of Georgetown, TX; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Georgetown, Texas, is seeking an HR Generalist to provide professional support across compensation, recruiting, and related HR functions. You will analyze data, prepare reports, and advise managers on city HR policies and procedures.

Responsibilities include conducting annual market salary surveys, ensuring survey completion, and supporting employee relations, training, and HRIS activities. A Bachelor's degree plus 3 years' HR experience is required; Workday HRIS is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field plus three (3) years of full-time work experience in Human Resources.
• Preferred experience with Workday HRIS.
• Knowledge of federal, state and local HR laws and regulations.
• Understanding of performance management, job analysis, recruitment and training.
• Customer service and public relations practices.
• Familiarity with City policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform HR-related duties with emphasis on compensation, recruiting and hiring.
• Conduct annual market salary survey to attract/retain employees at competitive pay levels.
• Ensure completion of salary survey requests.
• Collaborate with supervisors on classification and compensation issues including career progression programs.
• Support in employee relations, performance management, benefits, training and HRIS.
• Advise employees/managers regarding City HR policies and processes.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state and local employment laws.

Skills

HR generalist experience

Data analysis

Customer service

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

Workday HRIS

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

Under general supervision, performs a full range of duties related to the functions of the Human Resources Department as assigned. Provides professional-level assistance to the Human Resources Department by researching, collecting, and analyzing data; as well as developing narrative and statistical reports. Provides assistance to the public and City employees with HR-related matters with heavy emphasis on achieving solutions and exhibiting excellent customer service.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties that are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• The Generalist will perform HR-related duties and provide functional ownership primarily in compensation recruiting and hiring.
• Conducts and implements the annual market salary survey using standard compensation practices in order to attract and retain employees at competitive pay levels.
• Ensures completion of all salary survey requests.
• Works collaboratively with department supervisors, managers and directors with classification and compensation-related issues including development of career progression programs and organizational structure.
• Support will also be provided in the following areas: employee relations, performance management, benefits, employee training, talent, Civil Service, safety & risk management, and HRIS.
• Serves as a resource to employees and managers regarding employment procedures; responds to questions and advises employees/managers regarding City policies and processes.
• Ensures organizational compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Assists employees and managers with a variety of HR issues.
• Communicates with managers, supervisors, employees, governmental entities, consultants and other Human Resource professionals to obtain information and to resolve issues.
• Researches issues, compiles information and composes special reports to provide information to City departments and HR staff.
• Analyzes various Human Resources functions and makes recommendations to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of HR operations.
• Composes, prepares and reviews a variety of reports, memorandums, presentations and documents as assigned.
• Maintains familiarity, gives input and assists with all other HR functions.
• May conduct new employee orientation, exit interviews and other general HR duties.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience Guidelines: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field plus three (3) years of full-time work experience in Human Resources. Any equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute for minimum qualifications. Preferred experience with Workday HRIS plus City classification and compensation programs and classification analysis of positions to recommend appropriate titles, pay grades, job descriptions and the FLSA exemption status.

• Knowledge of applicable Federal, state and local rules, regulations, guidelines, policies and procedures related to Human Resources practices, policies and procedures.
• Federal, state and local rules, regulations, guidelines, policies and procedures related to FMLA, ADA, worker’s compensation, and related employment discrimination legislation.
• Principles and practices of Human Resources, including performance management system development and administration, job analysis and classification, recruitment and employment processes and training.
• Customer service and public relations practices and methods.
• City policies and procedures.

• Skill in interpreting and applying pertinent, applicable federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations.
• Communicating effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Resolving complaints and concerns.
• Researching and analyzing a variety of information.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships both internally and externally.
• Operating a computer and various software programs.
• Exercising sound professional judgment, decision-making and ethics.
• Writing clear, accurate and timely documentation.
• Writing clear and concise memos in non-technical terminology to brief managers, supervisors.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Valid Class "C" Texas driver's license.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Standing, sitting, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, reaching, handling, fine dexterity, kneeling, crouching, crawling, bending, twisting, climbing, balancing, vision, hearing, and talking.

HIRING RANGE

Regular-Full time

Hiring Range: $65,345.80 to $81,868.80, annually.

The City of Georgetown, Texas, with a population of 106,907 (July 2025), is located 30 miles north of Austin along I-35. Known for its engaged, educated community, award-winning parks and trails, and small-town character amid rapid growth, Georgetown is guided by five core values: Integrity, Respect, Service, People-centered, and Adaptability.

The City of Georgetown is an equal opportunity employer.

Offers of employment with the City of Georgetown is contingent upon:

• Proof of education, certification(s) and experience as listed on the employment application based on the job posting requirements.
• Satisfactory results from a pre-employment drug screening, criminal history background and driving record check.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• The City of Georgetown confirms verification of employment using E-Verify. E-Verify checks the information against records held by the Social Security Administration (SSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to confirm whether the employee is legally eligible to work in the U.S.

For more information about the City of Georgetown, visit our website at https://www.georgetowntexas.gov

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