Human Resources Generalist (Part-Time)

City of Savage • Part-time • Savage, MN, US • 2w ago

Position Summary

This position provides essential contributions and support to the work of the City's Human Resources Division, ensuring excellent service to employees, supervisors and job applicants and proper application of City policies and procedures. Anticipated areas of focus include recruitment, hiring and onboarding and benefits administration. May also assist with administration of employee leave and compensation programs.

Seeking a team player with strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain absolute confidentiality. Requires excellent customer service skills and the ability to master HR software programs used for recruitment and onboarding and electronic forms and workflows.

This is a part-time position, authorized at 20 hours per week. Includes pension and pro-rated paid time-off benefits, but not eligible for insurance benefits. Anticipated work schedule is four 5-hour workdays per week, of which one day may generally be remote after successful completion of orientation. Position reports to the Human Resources Director.

Anticipated starting wage is $31.66 to $35.44 per hour, depending on qualifications. Full 2026 wage range is $31.66 to $41.70 per hour.

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

Coordinates and supports the City's recruitment and hiring process by preparing job postings, placing advertisements, screening applications, scheduling interviews, preparing job offers and coordinating pre-employment background checks and drug tests.
Coordinates onboarding and offboarding for employees; tracks, receives and verifies required information and documentation; updates HR databases accordingly.
Assists with administration of the City's employee benefits program, including enrolling new employees and making updates to existing employee's coverages with the City's insurance vendors. Prepares and sends COBRA and qualifying event notices.
Contributes to planning and carrying out annual Open Enrollment process, including preparation of open enrollment forms and materials and entering of employee elections.
Composes letters, agendas, reports and related materials and makes interview and meeting arrangements in support of assigned job duties.
Responds to inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors related to confidential and sensitive matters.
Performs other assigned tasks required to administer and execute human resource programs including compensation, leave, safety, wellness, and employee recognition.
Monitors established procedures for compliance with applicable laws, regulations and interpretations concerning Data Privacy. Makes recommendations for process improvements and policy updates related to assigned areas of responsibility.
Participates in training and continuing education to enhance knowledge and stay up to date in the field of Human Resources.
Performs other related duties as apparent or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Requires a bachelor's degree in human resource management or related field and three years of professional human resources experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience to perform the essential functions of the position.

Desirable Qualifications Include

Prior human resources experience with a Minnesota city, county, or school district.
Experience with the NeoGov suite of software applications, or similar HRIS systems.
Knowledge of state and federal laws governing public sector employment, including the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act, Minnesota Veteran's Preference Act, federal COBRA and state insurance continuation laws, etc.

Supplemental Information

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Normal shift = four 5-hour workdays per week
Work location is in a normal office environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

S = Significant M = Moderate O = Occasional

The City of Savage offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees, including health, dental, and vision insurance; Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA); life insurance; short- and long-term disability coverage; PERA retirement; deferred compensation plans; wellness programs; and paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

01

Please select the option that best describes your highest level of education.

High School Diploma or equivalent
Some college or technical school courses, but no degree
Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree or higher
None of the above.

02

If you have a college degree or other post-secondary education, please list your major field(s) of study.

03

Which of the following best describes your work experience in the field of human resources?

1 to 3 years of experience
3 to 5 years of experience
5 years of experience or more
None of the above.

04

Which of the following best describes your experience working in human resources for a local government employer, such as a city, county, or school district?

1 to 3 years
3 to 5 years
5 years or more
None of the above.

05

Please describe your experience with recruitment and hiring, including the tasks or steps in the process that you have been directly responsible for.

06

Please describe your experience administering employee benefits, such as medical, dental, vision and life insurance.

07

Which of the following do you have direct experience applying to your work in human resources?