Human Resources Generalist

Job: Human Resources Generalist

Location: West Bend, WI

Organization: Washington County

Washington County, Wisconsin | West Bend, WI

Full-Time | Onsite | Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Salary: $69,000 - $78,000

Be the Go-To Resource for Benefits and Employee Support

Washington County is committed to creating an environment where residents and businesses enjoy an authentic quality of life through safe communities, economic vitality, reliable infrastructure, and access to essential services.

We are seeking a Human Resources Generalist to join our collaborative HR team and support approximately 600 employees across a diverse range of County departments. This position serves as a key front-line HR partner with responsibility across benefits administration, recruitment, employee relations, training, employee engagement, performance management, and HR compliance.

While this role offers broad exposure to all areas of Human Resources, a strong foundation in employee benefits is especially important. The successful candidate will serve as a primary resource for employees, oversee day-to-day benefits administration, coordinate wellness initiatives, support open enrollment activities, and partner with vendors to ensure exceptional employee experience.

What You'll Do

• Administer employee benefit programs, including enrollments, changes, terminations, HRIS updates, vendor coordination, billing reconciliation, COBRA administration, and open enrollment activities
• Coordinate employee wellness initiatives and the County's annual Wellness Fair
• Partner with departments to recruit, hire, and onboard employees
• Conduct New Hire Orientation and support employee engagement initiatives
• Advise supervisors on employee relations matters, performance management, policy interpretation, and corrective actions
• Assist with workplace investigations and employment law compliance
• Support employee and leadership training programs
• Respond to employee questions regarding HR programs, policies, benefits, and procedures
• Maintain accurate HR records and assist with compliance reporting and departmental administration

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• Minimum of three to five (3-5) years of Human Resources experience
• Experience administering employee benefit programs and supporting multiple HR functions
• Knowledge of employment laws, HR best practices, and HRIS systems
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Valid Wisconsin driver's license

Washington County offers a competitive benefits package including:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension participation
• Paid time off and holidays
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Professional development opportunities

Washington County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We Make it Easy

Founded in 1901, MRA is a nonprofit employer association that serves more than 4,000 employers, covering more than one million employees.

As one of the largest employer associations in the nation, MRA helps its member organizations thrive by offering the most comprehensive assortment of HR services, information, education, and resources to help build successful workplaces and a powerful workforce.

We partner with these companies working directly with their HR department and leadership to hire their talent. We are a direct line to the company, not an agency recruiter.