Human Resource Generalist

Job Location: Jefferson City, MO

Why you’ll love this position:

The Missouri Department of Agriculture is looking for an enthusiastic, highly organized and detail driven applicant with excellent communication skills to join our small HR team! You will be instrumental in the management of our payroll system (SAMII), providing benefit information to team members, as well as serve as an expert in position classification and document retention. You must be able to work effectively through change in a fast-paced environment. Our HR team supports an inclusive and dynamic culture and workforce and pursues continuous improvement through knowledge and collaboration.

Salary Range: $50,000.16 to $54,000.00 (plus state benefit package)

The salary indicated represents the current regular pay rate for this position. If the individual selected is eligible for a pay differential (e.g., Years of Service), it will be added to total compensation on their paycheck. A pay differential does not raise base pay.

• Input data related to personnel actions into SAM II HR payroll system.

• Run and analyze SAM II HR reports.

• Serve as the benefits ambassador for MDA.

• Present bi-monthly onboarding presentations/information to new hires.

• Review Position Description Questionnaires ensuring proper completion and give guidance where needed.

• Review applicants and participate on interview panels.

• Protect sensitive team member information and maintain strict confidentiality.

• Maintain organizational charts for the department.

• Attend recruiting events and career fairs.

• Reconciliation of timekeeping system before payroll runs twice a month.

• Provide day-to-day assistance to staff and applicants relating to compensation, payroll, benefits, and time and leave.

• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Three (3) or more years of experience in human resources, business administration or a closely related field.
• Valid MO Driver’s License
• Must have an excellent attention to detail for data entry and the ability to prioritize work.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of the principles and practices of human resources administration, including methods and techniques for position classification, compensation, recruitment, and selection.
• Excellent customer service skills
• Proficiency with the state’s HR/payroll system (SAM II) is preferred but not required.
• Advanced experience with Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Exercise independence and initiative in the performance of responsibilities.
• Seek to assist team members and accept additional assignments willingly.
• Maintain positive working relationships and conduct duties with courtesy and respect.
• Accept and implement feedback with a positive attitude and constructively supports open communication, dedication, and compassion.
• Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with others.
• General understanding of State and Federal laws
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.

Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

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 .

hr@mda.mo.gov

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