Listing Summary

CITY OF STONE MOUNTAIN
CLASS SPECIFICATION 
POSITION TITLE : Human Resources Generalist
REPORTS TO : City Manager 
DEPARTMENT : Administration 

NATURE OF WORK:
The HR Generalist is responsible for performing a wide range of human resources functions for 
the City of Stone Mountain, including recruitment, employee relations, benefits administration, 
and compliance with labor laws. This position plays a key role in ensuring that human resources 
practices align with the city’s policies and legal regulations while fostering a positive work 
environment. The HR Generalist will work closely with department heads and staff to support the 
city’s workforce and enhance organizational development.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Recruitment and Staffing:
• Coordinate the full-cycle recruitment process, including posting job vacancies, screening 
resumes, scheduling interviews, and assisting in the hiring decision process.
• Ensure compliance with equal employment opportunity (EEO) guidelines and other 
applicable laws.
• Manage new employee onboarding and orientation processes, ensuring that all new hires 
receive necessary training and city policy materials.

Employee Relations:
• Act as a point of contact for employees on HR-related inquiries, concerns, and conflicts.
• Assist in resolving employee relations issues and provide guidance on best practices for 
maintaining positive workplace dynamics.
• Support management in disciplinary processes, ensuring compliance with city policies and 
procedures.

Benefits Administration:
• Administer employee benefit programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and 
other city-sponsored programs.
• Assist employees with benefits questions, claims resolution, and open enrollment.
• Coordinate with benefits vendors and ensure accurate and timely processing of benefits related tasks.
city-sponsored programs.
Assist employees with benefits questions, claims resolution, and open enrollment.
Coordinate with benefits vendors and ensure accurate and timely processing of benefits-related 
tasks.

Compliance and Policy Administration:
Ensure the city’s HR practices are in compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws, 
including FMLA, FLSA, ADA, and workers’ compensation regulations.
Update and maintain employee records and personnel files in accordance with city policies and 
applicable laws.
Assist in the development, updating, and implementation of HR policies and procedures.

Performance Management:
Support the performance appraisal process, working with supervisors to ensure timely and 
accurate completion of reviews.
Assist in creating and maintaining employee development plans and training opportunities.
Advise on best practices for performance improvement and corrective action.

Training and Development:
Coordinate and facilitate employee training programs to ensure compliance and enhance 
employee skills.
Assist in identifying and implementing staff development initiatives to promote employee 
growth and organizational efficiency.

HR Data and Reporting:
Maintain HR systems and prepare reports on HR metrics, such as turnover rates, staffing levels, 
and training completion.
Analyze trends and make recommendations for improving HR processes and policies.

Other HR Functions:
Assist with special HR projects and initiatives as needed.
Participate in city-wide staff meetings and provide HR updates as necessary.

Compliance and Policy Administration:
• Ensure the city’s HR practices are in compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws, 
including FMLA, FLSA, ADA, and workers’ compensation regulations.
• Update and maintain employee records and personnel files in accordance with city policies 
and applicable laws.
• Assist in the development, updating, and implementation of HR policies and procedures.

Performance Management:
• Support the performance appraisal process, working with supervisors to ensure timely and 
accurate completion of reviews.
• Assist in creating and maintaining employee development plans and training opportunities.

Advise on best practices for performance improvement and corrective action.

Training and Development:
• Coordinate and facilitate employee training programs to ensure compliance and enhance 
employee skills.
• Assist in identifying and implementing staff development initiatives to promote employee 
growth and organizational efficiency.
HR Data and Reporting:
• Maintain HR systems and prepare reports on HR metrics, such as turnover rates, staffing 
levels, and training completion.
• Analyze trends and make recommendations for improving HR processes and policies.
Other HR Functions:
• Assist with special HR projects and initiatives as needed.
• Participate in city-wide staff meetings and provide HR updates as necessary.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience: 
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in a human resources generalist role or similar position.
• Knowledge of federal and state employment laws and regulations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work with employees at 
all levels of the organization.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize and 
multitask.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS systems.

Preferred Qualifications:
SHRM-CP or PHR certification.
Experience working in a government or public sector environment.
Experience with benefits administration and employee relations.
Key Competencies:
Attention to Detail
• Problem Solving
• Confidentiality and Discretion
• Communication and Interpersonal Skills
• Organizational Skills
• Conflict Resolution

Requirements included in this class specification 
are subject to possible modification to reasonably 
accommodate individuals with disabilities. 

Benefits include (but are not limited to) health insurance, life insurance, short-term 
disability, vacation and sick leave, retirement. 

To apply: Interested candidates may email a resume to 
sedmondson@stonemountaincity.org, or submit c/o City Manager, 875 Main Street, Stone
Mountain, GA 30083 no later than 5pm Friday, October 25, 2024.

The City of Stone Mountain is an equal opportunity employer.