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Human Resources Generalist - Education #OC-1610-2769

Date Opened
Friday, August 07, 2026 3:30 PM
Close Date
Open until sufficient apps are received
Section
Administrative (Non-Certified)
Salary
  • $73,832.57 ~ $95,874.67
Employment Type
  • Full-Time
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Introduction

OPEN COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION FOR:  HUMAN RESOURCES GENERALIST - EDUCATION

SALARY: $73,832.57 ~ $95,874.67/Annually

FRINGE BENEFITS: Choose from available health insurance plans (employee contributions vary) Prescription Drug Rider, Dental Plan, Group Life Insurance for Individual; Retirement Plan; paid Holidays; paid Vacation Days; paid Sick Days; paid Personal Days.

IMPORTANT:
1. Veterans – Veteran’s points will be awarded in accordance with the Connecticut State Statute. Five (5) for non-disabled veterans, ten (10) for disabled veterans. Proper documentation must be submitted to the Personnel Director before the date of the examination.
2.  Residents – Residency points shall be added in accordance with the amendment to the Civil Service Ordinances dated March 18, 2011.  Proper documentation and proof of residence must be submitted no later than the closing date for applications. 

3. Appeal Process - an applicant may appeal notice of not meeting the minimum qualifications (Civil Service Rules and Regulations, Section 3741, Subsection B, Article 9) to the Civil Service Commission within seven (7) days of the date on such notice.  Please notify the Civil Service Office of a change in address.  Notification will be mailed to the address written on your application.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

Under the general direction of the Director of Personnel-Education, position is responsible for
assistance, development and administration of a total human resources program, including position
classification, recruitment and selection, training and development, employee relations, labor
relations, attendance systems and special projects as directed, does related work as required.

EXAMPLES OF WORK

(Illustrative only)

  • Performs complex and sensitive professional-level work in the following areas: recruitment, selection, classification, workers compensation, ADA, FMLA, grievance handling, staff training and development, personnel policy development, disciplinary procedures, and coaching and counseling management staff.
  • Assists in preparation for contract negotiations.
  • Advises assigned departments on a broad range of human resource issues, such as employee relations, staff training, workers compensation, ADA and FMLA procedures.
  • Develops and revises job descriptions for certified positions.
  • Provides guidance and assistance to the District in the recruitment and selection for certified staff positions.
  • Assists in the development of department goals and objectives.
  • Responsible as the HRIS interface for the Lawson (HRIS-Payroll) system to assist and coordinate in the expansion of HR related modules.
  • Supervise HR Assistants.
  • Assists in conducting departmental investigations into general personnel problems.
  • Drafts or suggests revisions of departmental policies and procedures.
  • Coordinate with the sub office and Principals to secure classroom coverage for long-term absences.
  • Responsible for the on-line employment application program (Applitrak).
  • Education representative on the Record Management Committee of the City of Waterbury.
  • Performs special projects as assigned by the Director of Personnel-Education.
  • Performs other related work as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGES SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Good knowledge of modern human resources policies and procedures. Working knowledge
of legal issues pertaining to employment, including but not limited to, equal employment and
affirmative action concepts and terminology, ADA, FMLA, minimum wage, sexual
harassment laws. Working knowledge of, and ability to utilize and interpret statistics. Working
knowledge of interviewing practices and procedures. Working knowledge of the educational
certification process. Ability to prepare a variety of written reports and to comprehend complex oral
and written material. Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing. Ability to interact
effectively with others. Ability to utilize various software applications to include Microsoft
Windows, Office and Access.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree and four (4) years of professional human resources experience, at least one (1) of which shall have involved two or more of the following fields: classification, wage and salary administration, employee relations, workers compensation, or recruitment.

NOTE: A Master’s Degree in Human Resources, Public or Business Administration or a related field may substitute for one (1) year of the general experience described above.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Working Conditions, Physical and Mental Requirements

Employees appointed to positions in this class must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility and visual and auditory acuity and must maintain such physical fitness as to be able to perform the duties of the class. A physical examination may be required.

Frequency: Place an “X” in each box that is appropriate to your job.

NEVER (N)

OCCASIONALLY (O)

FREQUENTLY (F)

CONSTANTLY (C)

0 % of Shift

1-33% of Shift

34-66% of Shift

67-100% of Shift

Working Conditions

N

O

F

C

Working Conditions

N

O

F

C

Physical Demands

 

 

 

 

Depth Perception

 

X

 

 

Standing

 

X

 

 

Color Distinction

 

X

 

 

Walking

 

X

 

 

Peripheral Vision

 

X

 

 

Sitting

 

 

X

 

Driving

X

 

 

 

Lifting

 

X

 

 

Physical Strength:

 

 

 

 

Carrying

 

X

 

 

Little Physical Effort (-10 lbs.)

 

X

 

 

Pushing

 

X

 

 

Light Work (-20 lbs.)

 

X

 

 

Pulling

 

X

 

 

Medium Work (20-50 lbs.)

 

X

 

 

Climbing

 

X

 

 

Heavy Work (50-100 lbs.)

X

 

 

 

Balancing

 

X

 

 

Very Heavy Work (100+ lbs.)

X

 

 

 

Stooping

 

X

 

 

Environmental Conditions

 

 

 

 

Kneeling

 

X

 

 

Cold (50 degrees F or less)

X

 

 

 

Crouching

 

X

 

 

Heat (90 degrees F or more)

X

 

 

 

Crawling

 

X

 

 

Temperature Changes

 

X

 

 

Reaching

 

X

 

 

Wetness

X

 

 

 

Handling

 

X

 

 

Humidity

X

 

 

 

Grasping

 

X

 

 

Extreme Noise or Vibration

 

X

 

 

Twisting

 

X

 

 

Exposure to Chemicals

X

 

 

 

Feeling

 

 

X

 

Exposure to Gases and Fumes

X

 

 

 

Talking

 

 

X

 

Exposure to Unpleasant Odors

X

 

 

 

Hearing

 

 

 

X

Exposure to bodily fluids

X

 

 

 

Repetitive Motion

 

 

X

 

Exposure to dampness

X

 

 

 

Hand/Eye/Foot Coordination

 

 

X

 

Confinement to Small or Restricting Area

X

 

 

 

Visual Acuity/Near

 

 

X

 

Mechanical Hazards

X

 

 

 

Visual Acuity/Far

 

 

X

 

Physical danger

X

 

 

 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job responsibilities and duties performed by personnel so classified.

The City of Waterbury and Waterbury Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the District when necessary.

Prepared on: October 2, 2019

SPECIAL NOTE

This position is covered under the written Agreement between the City of Waterbury and Local 2090 of Council 4, AFSCME, AFL-CIO Management Union.

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