Human Resources Generalist

Job Description:

Human Resources Generalist

Description

The Family Support Division (FSD), Personnel Unit is seeking applicants for a Human Resource Generalist. This position will be based in Cole County located at 615 Howerton Court, Jefferson City, MO. Moderate travel in the future is required of this position.

The duties include, but are not limited to:

• Review Health Care Certification forms received from FSD employees related to the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and prepare a written response to acknowledge information received, outline FMLA, and request clarification or additional documentation, if needed;
• Provide information relative to agency policies and procedures regarding leave status (with or without pay), Shareleave, long-term disability, etc. Establish deadlines for providing additional clarification, if needed, and/or monitor timeframes to follow-up regarding employee’s return to work, continued leave status, additional options, etc;
• Provide guidance, technical assistance and policy interpretation regarding the Department of Social Services (DSS) Administrative Policies and federal FMLA guidelines as well as other policies regarding leave benefits and/or leave of absence issues;
• Assist with presentation of training courses (a significant portion of training is regarding FMLA) and represent FSD at various human resource committees/meetings;
• Review and respond to requests for accommodations as outlined in the DSS Administrative Policies as well as the federal Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA). This includes a review of both the employee’s written request and accompanying medical information to ensure appropriate accommodations are provided and/or denied;
• Participate in interactive meetings with FSD employees and applicable managements as it relates to employee’s accommodation request(s) and complete detailed summaries;
• Prepare summary information of employee accommodations and submit timely to the DSS Office of Civil Rights;
• Provide guidance, technical assistance and policy interpretation regarding DSS Administrative Policies and federal guidelines relative to work accommodations and ADAAA compliance;
• Attend training on FMLA and ADAAA to ensure actions are in compliance with federal laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures and trends;
• Assist with writing disciplinary letters;
• Assist with interview panels as requested and other special projects; and
• Assist with other areas and duties related to human resources as needed.

2-4 years of relevant experience. (Substitutions may be allowed).

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Knowledge of federal and state laws, rules and regulations, and policies and procedures as applied to human resources areas and programs. Ability to exercise discretion and confidentiality.

Recruitment Area: Accepting applications from all qualified applicants.

More reasons to love this position: The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.

FSD.Personnel@dss.mo.gov

Salary:

$56,764.56 per Year