Human Resources Generalist

Our Human Resources team is growing! Oakdale is adding a third HR professional to continue to support our organizational needs. We are looking for a self-starter who has a good working knowledge of human resources principles, specifically related to Minnesota public sector employment, and who wants to be part of a professional and innovative team serving a great staff and community. The Oakdale organization is supportive, hard-working, and a lot of fun. We like our work and each other and know that what we do makes a difference. Anticipated hiring timeline Application review begins

• April 13 First round interviews (video)
• Week of April 20 Second round interviews (in person)
• Week of April 27 Anticipated start
• June 1, 2026 Come work with us!

Under limited supervision, this position performs professional duties related to creating and building a positive employee experience. This includes but is not limited to assisting with recruitment and selection, labor relations, benefits leave and administration, personnel policy, employee training and development. This position is a mid-career public sector human resources role, with the opportunity to grow and expand with exceptional performance and commitment to ongoing learning and development. This position supports the Human Resources Director.

JOB DUTIES OR ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The essential functions of the position include, but are not limited to the following: Work collaboratively with other staff to provide excellent and responsive public service Provide support for staff, applicants, and the public on inquiries related to Oakdale hiring and employment Working knowledge of personnel policies and procedures, knowledge of City's labor contracts, and relevant state and federal regulations related to Minnesota public sector employment; ability to identify deficiencies and recommend improvements Familiarity with Minnesota Government Data Practices Act and how to apply the standards to personnel data and personnel files Familiarity with the Minnesota legislative process and ability to track and report on legislative proposals Recommend and update Standard Operating Procedures for department operations and responsibilities Assist with onboarding and offboarding employees, ensuring that the experience is thorough, timely, and professional. Oversee the hiring and communication for the hiring process Attention to detail and ability to differentiate among various employee groups and applicable benefits or policy application Working knowledge of City's HRIS and payroll technology; ability to assist end users, update content as needed, verify accuracy of content, and provide training Assist with annual open enrollment process, including creating employee educational content, coordinating open enrollment events, providing employee support, and ensuring accurate implementation Active role in employee appreciation events and activities, providing department support and expertise including event preparation, communication and logistics coordination, event execution, and feedback Assist with employee committees (Benefits, Safety & Wellness, others) and meeting coordination, content preparation, record management, and meeting facilitation Assist with job description updates, job analysis, and classification systems Assist with reviewing and verifying work of Human Resources Assistant to ensure accurate and complete fulfillment of responsibilities Assist with ensuring the City's compensation system is updated annually and administered accurately Ability to assist with employment and personnel investigations, discipline, and other sensitive matters Oversee city drug and alcohol policies and testing programs Assist with the administration of family and medical leave requests, policy compliance, and approved leave time tracking Support and back up other department staff as needed or appropriate Provide updates to Human Resources Director on department matters. Able to draft and modify professional memos and letters; able to prepare internal promotional and event materials Ability to work with data and ensure accuracy Strong organization and communication skills for working with staff, the public, and other stakeholders Maintain prompt, predictable, and regular physical attendance Ability to take direction and work well with others Ability to communicate clearly and professionally in writing and verbally Must be able to react to change productively and handle other tasks as assigned Demonstrate ability to work independently and collaboratively; meet job expectations and comply with City policies and procedures Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and other related software Collect and create information used to develop management positions for the collective bargaining process on behalf of the employer Perform other duties as assigned

COMPLEXITY

Work requires many different processes and methods applied to an established professional or technical field.

RESPONSIBILITY

Supervision This position either (a) carries out work with minimal supervision (i.e., the supervisor sets only goals priorities, and deadlines; and the employee uses guidelines that cover most situations), or (b) follows the supervisor's directions on methods and desired results but modifies methods to resolve unforeseen situations and problems. Moderate coordination of work with other individuals (Non-Supervisory)

• no change to this Impact Work affects the overall efficiency and image of the organization on matters of significance.

REQUIRED PHYSICAL ABILITIES AND WORK CONDITIONS

The physical demands and work conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Hazards Nonstrenuous

• Occasionally climbs a few steps, balance, bend/stoop kneel, crouch, squat, crawl, reach above shoulder level, sit, stand, walk, finger/enter data/keystroke, feel, talk, or hear, and/or exerts up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.

While performing the duties of this job, this position will use: close vision, far vision, depth perception, visual acuteness, color vision, and peripheral vision. While performing the duties of this job, this position will use their right hand for simple, firm, and fine handling or manipulation and will use their left hand for simple, firm, and fine handling or manipulation. While performing the duties of this job, this position will not use their right foot and/or left foot for repetitive movements. Surroundings Low Risk

• Exposure to inside environmental conditions where it is adequately lighted, ventilated and heated, and normal precaution must be observed.

Access to

Public Data:

This position may encounter not public data in the course of these duties. Any access to not public data should be strictly limited to accessing the data that are necessary to perform the duties. While data are being accessed, this position should take reasonable measures to ensure the not public data are not accessed by individuals without a work reason. Once the work reason to access the data is reasonably finished, this position must properly store the not public data. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals employed in this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and qualifications required of personnel in this job. The employer may and reserves its right to change the job description and establish, modify or eliminate job duties and responsibilities and jobs at its discretion with or without notice. To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the formal education, experience and training required. Education Bachelor's degree in public administration, Business Administration, Human Resources, Organizational Development or related field Experience More than two (2) years' direct experience in human resources, employee development, or employee training with at least one year of experience in a municipal or public sector environment. Training, Certificates, and Licenses Obtain SHRM-CP or

PSHRA-CP/SCP

certification within three (3) years of employment The requirements listed below are representative of the formal education, experience and training preferred in order to exceptionally perform all of the functions of this position. Education Master's degree in public administration, Business Administration, Human Resources, Organizational Development or related field Experience Four (4) or more years' direct experience in human resources, employee development, or employee training Training, Certificates, and Licenses PSHRA, CLRP, SHRM or similar organizational certification