What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resources Generalist position at City of Saco?
Are you passionate about people, problem-solving, and building a workplace where employees thrive? We’re looking for a Human Resources Generalist to join our team and play a key role in shaping the employee experience. This is a hands-on role where you’ll support recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, compliance, training, and HR initiatives that make a real difference.
This full-time position offers a competitive salary range of $75,000-$90,000, based on qualifications and experience, along with an excellent benefits package.
What You’ll Do
As our HR Generalist, you’ll be the go-to partner for employees and leaders, ensuring smooth HR operations and helping us foster a positive, inclusive workplace. Your responsibilities will include:
Recruitment & Onboarding
- Manage the full recruitment cycle: posting jobs, screening resumes, interviewing, and coordinating hires.
- Oversee the applicant tracking system.
- Lead onboarding to ensure new hires feel welcomed and set up for success.
- Employee Relations & Engagement
- Serve as a trusted resource for HR policies, procedures, and programs.
- Provide guidance and mediation to resolve employee concerns.
- Conduct investigations into policy or legal compliance issues in collaboration with HR leadership and legal.
Compliance & Reporting
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.
- Maintain accurate and confidential employee records.
- Prepare HR reports and presentations to track metrics and compliance.
Training & Development
- Coordinate training programs and workshops to support career growth.
- Manage mandatory training assignments and track completion.
- Support talent development strategies that build skills and engagement.
HR Projects & Initiatives
- Partner with HR leadership on policy development, process improvements, and engagement initiatives.
- Act as backup to the Benefits Manager.
- Provide operational support to the HR Director as needed.
Salary : $75,000 - $90,000