SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCES GENERALIST

Job Description:

SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCES GENERALIST

Description

POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED
Department: Human Resources Department
Posting Number: 37004
Reporting Location: 500 Jefferson St., Houston, TX 77002* *Subject to change
Workdays & Hours: MONDAY - FRIDAY 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM* *Subject to Change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The City of Houston Human Resources Department seeks a dynamic, independently self-sufficient, customer-focused, and technologically savvy Senior Human Resources Generalist. The candidate selected for this position will work collaboratively within the Human Resources Operations, Shared Services Division, supporting the Houston Fire Department (HFD) as a business partner and point-of-contact to provide superior human resources services.

The candidate selected for the position will be responsible for the following:

• Coordinating and managing personnel records requests, retention, and archiving.
• Preparing and processing of personnel actions through the City of Houston's HROne SuccessFactors - Employee Central (EC) system by initiating, tracking, and ensuring a successful upload.
• Managing the preparation and processing of employee retirements and separations in SAP and EC systems.
• Assisting with Drug Testing and monitoring of the Alere Datalink system.
• Managing the preparation and processing of Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and Donated Leave.
• Assisting with the development and revision of policies, procedures, and special projects.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS
This position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc. There are no major sources of discomfort in a normal office environment.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Requires a Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Social Science, Liberal Arts, or a closely related field.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Three years of related professional experience in human resources are required.
Pertinent experience at the professional level may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
None

PREFERENCES

The preferred candidate for the Human Resources Department must demonstrate leadership potential, be customer-focused, and possess excellent problem-solving, organizational, communication, and people skills. Strong presentation skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office, as well as SAP, are preferred.

**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION / SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED
Department may administer skills assessment test

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION NO

SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

PAY GRADE 21

APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov /hr/careers .

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call (832)393-7238.

If you need special services or accommodations, call (832)393-7238. (TTY 7-1-1) If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Wellness
• Supplemental Insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Retirement pension
• 457 deferred compensation plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 days of vacation each year
• 11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
• Compensable Sick Leave
• Personal Leave
• Flexible schedules
• Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions
• Professional development opportunities
• Transportation/parking plan
• Section 125 pretax deductions
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html

Closing Date/Time: 8/27/2025 11:59 PM Central

Salary:

$2,303.91 - $2,702.36 Biweekly