Human Resources Generalist (66118)
Human Resources Generalist (66118)
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Job Description
State government does not discriminate based on race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth age physical or mental disability genetic information marital status creed political beliefs or affiliation veteran status military service retaliation or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.
This first review of applications will be August 26 2025. Please submit the following required documents on the State of Montana Careers website:
- Resume - Please include dates of employment and your supervisors name/phone number for each position.
For a complete job description please email
To be considered for this position you must reside in Montana.
Why you would enjoy working here; Office of Public Instruction employees are a passionate group of professionals dedicated to leading and supporting our education system. We house a diverse collection of experiences with the 200 unique individuals we employ. Our specialists further OPIs purpose with applicable knowledge in education health research and analysis nutrition finance administration human resources licensing and regulation information technology and many others. We are proud to serve 149000 students pre-K to grade 12 their parents and guardians 400 school districts 16000 educational professionals and 3000 adult learners.
Benefits of working for OPI:
Work/life balance
Family friendly
Dedicated and caring colleagues
Health coverage
Retirement plans
Paid vacation sick leave and Holidays (combination of up to 38 per year)
Opportunities and room for professional growth
Public service loan forgiveness-Employment with the State of Montana may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the PSLF.
Job Overview:
The purpose of this position is to be the single point of contact and service provider for units for all HR services; recruitment and selection job descriptions unemployment insurance position management compensation training assignments Family Medical Leave (FMLA) workers compensation early return to work safety labor relations training EEO Civil Rights employee relations classification/career ladders/organizational analysis performance management/discipline investigations ADA and related policy.
This position involves working closely with unit management to identify patterns and opportunities across services and units thereby assisting in the better management of human resources (HR). The position consults on systematic projects such as career ladders performance management systems division-wide classification reviews and organizational analysis in response to reorganizations. The position resolves problems such as systematic recruitment and retention issues and classification grievances. The position tracks monitors and ensures satisfactory coordination and completion of all services.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities (Behaviors):
Required for the first day of work:
Knowledge of employment law human resources principles and practices and a wide range of human resources services.
Skilled in written and oral communication including customer service.
Skilled in prioritizing meeting deadlines multitasking and flexibility.
Ability to understand the differing managerial roles within the agencys hierarchical structure and to modify approach accordingly.
Ability to remain neutral under adversarial circumstances.
Ability to influence best practice adherence while providing advice and outstanding customer service.
Ability to identify issues and recommend process improvements.
Ability to analyze patterns and identify issues.
Ability to demonstrate discretion be persuasive and engender goodwill.
Ability to influence best practice adherence while providing advice and outstanding customer service.
Ability to model high standards of honesty integrity trust openness and respect for the individual.
Ability to present training to managers and human resource professionals.
Ability to collaboratively work in a team-based environment.
Ability to build and maintain confidentiality professional relationships and act professionally under stressful circumstances.
Ability to guide and train others.
Ability to work in a team with the division and HR Generalist.
Ability to work with complex service-related software programs.
Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience):
Bachelors degree in business or public administration human resources journalism English psychology marketing or related.
Three years of job-related work experience involving HR services such as classification compensation recruitment and selection work force planning employee development organizational strategy Family Medical Leave administration performance management interpreting employment policy and law labor relations or related.
Other combinations of related education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Required: State of Montana Classification Certification within the first year of hire
Does this sound like you
Please tell us how and why by submitting your resume online including any veterans or disability preference documentation. When submitting the required documents you must check the relevant document box to ensure your attachments are uploading correctly to the specific application for this position. Documents not requested will not be considered in the recruitment process.
OPI is an equal opportunity employer. Women minorities and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
This position is in the PERS retirement system.
Employment Type
Full Time
