Public Sector HR Generalist: Payroll, Benefits & Compliance

Minnesota City Jobs; Norwood Young America (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Norwood Young America is seeking a full-time Human Resources Generalist reporting directly to the City Administrator. The role covers HR administration, payroll, benefits, recruitment, and policy compliance in a municipal setting.

Ideal candidates will bring professionalism, good judgment, confidentiality, and strong organizational skills, with experience in employment law and public-sector HR practices preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field with four years of HR experience.
• Municipal or government HR experience strongly preferred.
• Experience in payroll, benefits, recruitment, and employment law compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee HR administration, payroll, benefits, recruitment, and policies.
• Ensure employment law compliance and personnel administration.
• Handle performance management, training coordination, and labor relations as needed.
• Supervise seasonal Pool Managers and assist with special projects.

Skills

Bachelor's degree or related

HR experience

Confidentiality

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR / related field

Tools

HR/payroll systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

The City of Norwood Young America is seeking a full-time Human Resources Generalist reporting directly to the City Administrator. The role covers HR administration, payroll, benefits, recruitment, and policy compliance in a municipal setting.

Ideal candidates will bring professionalism, good judgment, confidentiality, and strong organizational skills, with experience in employment law and public-sector HR practices preferred.