Human Resources Generalist
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Salary$59k
LocationAtlanta, GA, United States
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
DepartmentHuman Resources
Company size10,000+ people
First seenNov 7, 2026 · 1d ago
Verified live1d ago
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Effectively manage competing priorities, coordinate HR activities, and respond to varying operational needs of multiple Public Safety client departments
Maintain accuracy, confidentiality, consistency, and compliance with established City policies and procedures
Ability to work under general supervision and follow established procedures
Independently coordinate and prioritize assigned HR responsibilities across multiple Public Safety client departments
Exercise judgment in prioritizing daily assignments, identifying routine personnel issues, and coordinating appropriate resources
Position open until 11/15/2026
Salary: $58,542.00 annually
General Description and Classification Standards
The Human Resources Generalist is a position within the Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) Unit of the City of Atlanta Department of Human Resources, assigned to provide comprehensive human resources support to two or more client departments within Public Safety. The position works collaboratively with HR management, departmental leadership, and the Department of Human Resources Centers of Expertise (COEs) to ensure consistent and effective delivery of human resources services.
Responsibilities
Under the direction of the HR Manager, the Human Resources Generalist coordinates and processes personnel transactions, recruitment and onboarding activities, employee lifecycle processes, leave and retirement administration, employee relations support, and other departmental HR functions. The position serves as a resource to supervisors, managers, command staff, and employees by providing guidance on established HR processes, facilitating communication with appropriate HR resources, and ensuring the accurate and timely completion of assigned responsibilities.
Requirements
The position requires the ability to effectively manage competing priorities, coordinate HR activities, and respond to the varying operational needs of multiple Public Safety client departments while maintaining accuracy, confidentiality, consistency, and compliance with established City policies and procedures.
Supervision Received
Works under general supervision and follows established procedures, written instructions, and guidance from the HR Manager and HRBP leadership to accomplish assigned tasks. Independently coordinate and prioritize assigned HR responsibilities across multiple Public Safety client departments. Exercises judgment in prioritizing daily assignments, identifying routine personnel issues, and coordinating appropriate resources. Refers complex, sensitive, or escalated matters to the HR Manager or designated HR leadership.