Municipal HR Generalist: Onsite People & Policy Expert

HR Jobs; La Porte (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of La Porte is seeking an onsite Human Resources Generalist to provide end-to-end HR support across assigned departments in La Porte, TX. You will act as the primary contact for HR questions, manage data, support hiring, orientation, and payroll guidance, and help with performance management and benefits administration.

Ideal candidates have 3 years of HR experience and an Associate’s degree or higher, with municipal HR experience strongly desired.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in a human resources role.
• Associate’s degree or higher in an applicable field.
• Municipal Human Resources experience strongly desired.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and HRIS/ATS systems.
• Knowledge of HR principles, procedures, and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary contact for HR questions, issues, and projects for assigned customer departments.
• Support hiring and selection activities including postings, candidate review, interview coordination, and guidance for selection decisions.
• Obtain, verify, and manage required employee data for entry and orientation sessions.
• Provide interpretation of policies and HR programs.
• Provide time, attendance and payroll guidance.
• File Workers Compensation claims and follow up as needed.
• Support performance management and progressive discipline for employees and supervisors.
• Assist with separation processes including COBRA and TMRS.
• Coordinate and communicate employee programs and events.
• Cross-train and support other HR team members to maintain service levels.

Skills

HR experience

Microsoft Office

HRIS

Applicant tracking

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Education

Associate’s degree or higher

Municipal HR experience

Tools

HRIS systems

Applicant tracking tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The City of La Porte is seeking an onsite Human Resources Generalist to provide end-to-end HR support across assigned departments in La Porte, TX. You will act as the primary contact for HR questions, manage data, support hiring, orientation, and payroll guidance, and help with performance management and benefits administration.

Ideal candidates have 3 years of HR experience and an Associate’s degree or higher, with municipal HR experience strongly desired.