Human Resources Generalist- Employee Health (FSH)

State of Missouri; Fulton (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Missouri, Fulton State Hospital, seeks a Human Resources Generalist to manage employee leave and accommodations, ensure HIPAA privacy, and coordinate return‑to‑work processes.

You will monitor FMLA, ADA accommodations, workers’ compensation, and short‑term disability, while supporting HR policies and reporting. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of human resources experience
• Experience in office support work
• Possession of High School Diploma or GED

Responsibilities

• Administer, review, and determine leave and accommodation requests under federal/state regulations
• Coordinate return-to-work processes and communicate with employees, supervisors, healthcare providers, and leadership
• Maintain and protect medical and leave documentation ensuring HIPAA/privacy compliance
• Monitor and report on leave types (FMLA, intermittent, workers’ comp, ADA accommodations, short-term disability)
• Conduct ADA interactive processes and ensure timely paperwork completion
• Provide guidance on personnel laws, policies, and regulations to employees and management
• Prepare leave-related reports and sick-leave trend analyses with recommendations
• Maintain communication and follow-up with employees, providers, timekeepers, supervisors
• Maintain accurate records/databases for tracking leave activity
• Represent the department in meetings/trainings/seminars and inform leadership on progress

Skills

HR experience

Office support

Education- HS Diploma

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

HIPAA compliance

Leave management software

Job description

Human Resources Generalist

Employee Health

Job Location:

Fulton State Hospital
Nixon Forensic Center - Human Resources/Employee Health
Fulton, Missouri

Why You’ll Love This Position

Fulton State Hospital is a community of caring, skilled people, partnering with individuals challenged by mental illness to inspire healing and recovery. We are dedicated to supporting the needs of our team members and assisting those seeking employment with the Fulton State Hospital. The successful candidate will be an integral part of a dynamic team whose role is critical in assisting staff with their healthcare leave.

• Administer, review, and make determinations on employee leave and accommodation requests in accordance with federal and state regulations.
• Coordinate return‑to‑work processes and communicate effectively with employees, supervisors, healthcare providers, and leadership.
• Maintain, organize, and protect all medical and leave documentation while ensuring strict compliance with HIPAA and employee privacy requirements.
• Monitor, track, and report on all leave types, including FMLA, intermittent leave, workers’ compensation, ADA accommodations, and short‑term disability.
• Conduct ADA interactive processes, prepare follow‑up communications, and ensure timely completion of all required paperwork.
• Provide guidance and interpretation of personnel laws, policies, and departmental regulations to employees and management.
• Prepare and analyze leave‑related reports and sick‑leave trends, offering recommendations for corrective or preventive actions.
• Ensure timely communication, documentation, and follow‑up with employees, providers, timekeepers, and supervisors.
• Maintain accurate records, spreadsheets, and databases used for tracking and reporting leave activity.
• Represent the department by attending required meetings, trainings, and seminars, and keep leadership informed of ongoing work progress.

Minimum Qualifications

• Possession of High School Diploma or GED
• Prior experience in office support work
• 4 or more years of prior Human Resources experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, time management skills, and strong understanding of computer software programs
• Exhibits well developed communication skills. Can professionally receive and follow oral instructions in English. Able to understand and use simple math.
• Demonstrates the ability to develop and maintain good working relationships.
• Exhibits safe and productive work habits.

Lack of post‑secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.

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