Job Description
Summary of Position Are you a seasoned Recruiter looking to grow your HR Generalist responsibilities in addition to implementing innovative, productive recruitment initiatives? Then this opportunity is a perfect next step in your career! Join our HR team dedicated to service and producing results that matter! Work independently under the general guidance and direction of the Assistant City Manager/Human Resources Manager to perform a variety of responsible and confidential functions for the Human Resources Division. The focus of this position is in recruitment and retention activities, but will be cross-trained in benefits and compensation and other HR duties. Provides general assistance to employees on human resources related issues. Please submit letter of interest to accompany your application and resume. Anticipated Hiring Range: $84,822.40 - $89,648.00. Position open until filled with first consideration given to applicants who apply before May 22, 2026. Salary Range: $84,822.40 to $105,684.80 This is us! - Video link - click here to get to know us! The City of Coon Rapids is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively seeks a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. The City welcomes, and encourages all qualified applicant to apply regardless of race (including traits associated with race, including but not limited to, hair texture and hair styles such as braids, locks and twists), color, creed, religion, familial status, sex (including pregnancy or related conditions, gender identity/expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, marital status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors or any other basis protected by law. Essential Duties and Responsibilities PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : Primary duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. Performs confidential administrative and technical duties for the Human Resources Division including, but not limited to: drafting general correspondence, copying, scanning, filing, and faxing and data entry. Coordinates the City’s recruitment, selection, and employee onboarding activities. Maintains current knowledge of recruitment, hiring, and compensation trends. Posts prepared job postings with all necessary advertising sources. Schedules required pre-employment physicals and coordinates associated checks, such as driver’s license checks, reference checks, etc. when applicable for positions. Conducts new employee benefit orientations and submits appropriate documentation to payroll for processing. Coordinates biannual new employee tour. Oversees the organization, maintenance and retention of personnel files. Coordinates the employee anniversary recognition program Prepares and updates position descriptions and grading as requested or as needed. Prepares and submits injury report forms and administers City’s Workers Compensation program. Processes unemployment claims. Coordinates annual performance appraisal process. Maintains records of required employee training and handles training notices. Serves as the City’s Neogov administrator and provides technical support to Neogov users. Manages the City’s proximity card system and provides users appropriate access to facilitates Conducts and maintains data related to new employee surveys and outgoing employee interviews. Assists with the development of human resource solutions by collecting, analyzing data and recommending courses of action. Maintains positive professional working relationships with all staff levels, other jurisdictions and outside agencies, and the general public. Performs essential position duties and responsibilities under the working conductions and physical demands described herein. Attendance during regularly scheduled work hours and outside regular hours as necessary. Effective and respectful communication and interactions with other employees, supervisors, individuals from other organizations, and citizen customers. ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Assists with benefit administration activities, including open enrollment and biometric screening processes. Assists with benefits continuation program for termination or retiring employees. Assists with random drug screens. Assists with the preparation of OSHA,