Human Resources Generalist I

Williamson County; Georgetown (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Williamson County is seeking an HR Generalist to deliver comprehensive HR services including hiring, pay and leave administration, and policy enforcement. You will partner with departments and payroll to ensure accurate records and timely responses.

This role requires a bachelor's degree and 2+ years in HR, knowledge of employee relations and employment laws, and proficiency with Microsoft Office. Travel between county sites and occasional after‑hours work may apply.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of employee relations and employment laws.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Develop strong working relationships with supported departments
• Guides managers and employees through workforce questions/concerns
• Assist employees with changes, retirement, and employment separation processes
• Administers talent acquisition processes to include open requisitions, posting vacancies, processing applicants, coordination of pre-employment testing, and on-boarding
• Partners with payroll on employment records and timekeeping issues
• Builds new employee record in HRIS and approves workflow entries submitted by department liaison ensuring adherence to compensation policies
• Participates in on-going implementations and testing of HRIS enhancements
• Processes and maintains all employee files in an electronic document repository system
• Processes FMLA requests and required documentation to ensure compliance with county policy and FMLA law
• Responds to Texas Workforce Commission unemployment claims
• Maintains communication with assigned departments and Risk Management regarding Worker’s Compensation claims and return to work status
• Assists with annual open enrollment including enrollment assistance and wellness fair
• Serves on cross-functional HR team and projects for the improvement of the organization
• Utilizes job analysis questionnaire information for positions and prepares job descriptions
• Complies with all federal, state, and local laws pertaining to employment
• Attends all meetings and trainings, as required
• Performs special duties as assigned

Skills

Employee relations

Employment laws

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Reporting directly to the Workforce Services Manager, responsible for providing HR services including hiring, administering pay/leave, and enforcing Williamson County policies and procedures.

• Develop strong working relationships with supported departments
• Guides managers and employees through workforce questions/concerns
• Assist employees with changes, retirement, and employment separation processes
• Administers talent acquisition processes to include open requisitions, posting vacancies, processing applicants, coordination of pre-employment testing, and on-boarding
• Partners with payroll on employment records and timekeeping issues
• Builds new employee record in Human Resources Information System (HRIS) and approves workflow entries submitted by department liaison ensuring adherence to compensation policies
• Participates in on-going implementations and testing of HRIS enhancements
• Processes and maintains all employee files in an electronic document repository system
• Processes Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) requests and required documentation to ensure compliance with county policy and FMLA law
• Responds to Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) unemployment claims
• Maintains communication with assigned departments and Risk Management regarding Worker’s Compensation claims and return to work status
• Assists with annual open enrollment including enrollment assistance and wellness fair
• Serves on cross-functional HR team and projects for the improvement of the organization
• Utilizes job analysis questionnaire information for positions and prepares job descriptions
• Complies with all federal, state, and local laws pertaining to employment
• Attends all meetings and trainings, as required
• Performs special duties as assigned

ORGANIZATION RELATIONSHIPS

• Reports directly to – Workforce Services Manager
• Direct Reports – No

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Position involves prolonged sitting at a workstation, reaching, walking, twisting, bending, repetitive motions, and standing

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

• Work is primarily indoors in an air-conditioned environment
• Regular travel between work sites as required

IRREGULAR HOURS

• Work outside of the normal office hours (Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) may be required
• May be deemed essential personnel in the event of an emergency
• Regular attendance is required

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and two (2) years of related Human Resources experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Knowledge of employee relations and employment laws
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Required within thirty (30) days of employment

• Valid driver’s license

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification or The Society for Human Resources Management – Certified Professional (SHRM-CP)
• Working knowledge of Workday, UKG/Kronos, and/or Laserfiche
• Prior experience working as an HR Generalist
• Prior experience working in a public sector environment

EMPLOYMENT TESTING

Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:

• Criminal background check: Yes
• Motor Vehicle Record check: Yes
• Drug screening: Yes
• Physical exam: No
• Psychological exam: No
• Additional: No

Positions are open until filled, subject to close at any time after five (5) business days. The Human Resources Department is located at 100 Wilco Way, Georgetown, TX 78626. Phone [phone] or visit our website at www.wilco.org/hr.

Williamson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.

TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE POLICY

Williamson County is a tobacco free workplace. The use of tobacco products (e.g., cigarettes, cigars, pipes, snuff, chew, etc.) and Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS) (e.g., vapor, e-cigarettes, etc.) prohibited on all Williamson County premises. Employees who violate this policy are subject to appropriate disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.