Human Resources Generalist
Quick Summary
Human Resources Generalist Make an impact in HR. The City of Clayton is looking for a Human Resources Generalist to join our team and help support employees throughout the organization.
Typical hours for this position are Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm with occasional early mornings and late evenings to support employee events.
This is an exempt position with a starting salary of $67,394.78.
Responsibilities
~1 min read- →Recruit, interview, and facilitate hiring for City positions
- →Administer benefits, leave, and other HR programs
- →Partner with Payroll to maintain accurate employee earnings, benefits, and deductions
- →Maintain HRIS and personnel records
- →Support employee onboarding, recognition, engagement, and employee events
- →Help develop and implement initiatives that support employee morale, communication, and workplace culture
- →Respond to questions from employees, applicants, and supervisors
- →Support training and professional development initiatives
- →Maintain compliance with employment laws, regulations, and HR best practices
- →Stay current on HR trends, technology, and employment law
- →Support the Senior Human Resources Generalist and the overall operation of the HR office
- Three years of progressively responsible HR experience
- Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality
- Knowledge of employment laws and regulations
- Strong interpersonal, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skills
- Ability to learn and effectively use HR technology
Nice to Have
~1 min read- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related field
- HR certification such as SHRM-CP, PHR, or PSHRA-CP
- Experience with employee relations, recruiting, benefits, HRIS, or payroll
Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
At the City of Clayton, we believe great HR starts with a great workplace. We've been recognized as a Top Workplace by the St. Louis Post-Dispatch for two consecutive years, and we're committed to investing in the people who make our organization successful.
Our benefits package includes a defined-benefit pension, PSLF eligibility, affordable medical coverage, paid professional development, and tuition reimbursement after six months.
What We Offer
~1 min readApply online. Position remains open until filled.
The City of Clayton is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Location & Eligibility
Listing Details
- First seen
- September 26, 2026
- Last seen
- October 1, 2026
Posting Health
- Days active
- 5
- Repost count
- 0
- Trust Level
- 33%
- Scored at
- October 2, 2026
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