Human Resources Generalist

State of Missouri
Jefferson City, Missouri United States  View Map
Posted: Jun 13, 2025
  • Salary: 50,000-55,000 per Year USD
  • Salary Top:55000
  • Full Time
  • Human Resources and Personnel
  • Job Description

    Director’s Office / Human Resources

    Human Resources Generalist

    Annual Salary Range: $50,000 - $55,000

    Location: 421 E. Dunklin St, Jefferson City, MO

    Why you will love this position:

    The Department of Labor is seeking an enthusiastic and customer-service-driven applicant with excellent communication skills to join our HR team! We provide leadership in the planning, integrating, and implementing HR services to staff and applicants statewide. The HR team supports a dynamic culture and workforce and pursues continuous improvement through knowledge and collaboration.

    What you will do:

    • Review hiring recommendations for consistency and fairness. Provide guidance to managers on salary proposals.

    • Support the recruitment and interview process, and review applicant qualifications in HireTrue.

    • Attend hiring events on behalf of the department for recruitment purposes.

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

    • Prepare written justification for position allocation requests.

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

    • Generate and verify the accuracy of HR and payroll reports.

    • Assist with reconciliation of the timekeeping system before payroll runs twice a month.

    • Assist with Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requests.

    • Assist with processing employee Workers’ Compensation paperwork.

    • Maintain organizational charts for the department


    All you need for success:

    Qualifications

    • 3 years of experience in Human Resources OR a Bachelor’s degree

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

    Desired Attributes

    • Working knowledge of the principles and practices of human resources administration, including methods and techniques for position classification, compensation, recruitment, and selection.
    • Proficiency with the state’s HR/payroll system (SAM II) is preferred but not required.
    • 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 support open communication, dedication, and compassion.
    • Maintain regular and reliable attendance.


    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 .

    If you have questions about this position, please contact Jennifer Terry at 573-526-0529 or by email at jennifer.terry@labor.mo.gov .
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • State of Missouri
    • State of Missouri

    Build the Missouri of tomorrow.

    Ensure a strong foundation today.

    Join a group of innovative team members focused on driving the State of Missouri forward. As public servants, our team members have the opportunity to produce work that is both lasting and important. This work serves to protect families, communities, and our natural resources.

     No matter where you are in your career, whether entry level or senior level, a career with the State of Missouri will challenge you to grow both personally and professionally. Though one employer, there is no shortage of exciting opportunities as there are many career paths you may take within the State. If you are searching for a job that transforms lives, including your own, a career with the State of Missouri is the perfect fit!

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