Human Resources Generalist I
Salary
$40,560.00 Annually
Location
Citizens Tower, 1314 Avenue K Lubbock, TX
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
H253-2311
Department
Human Resources
Division
2311 - Human Resources
Opening Date
08/24/2026
Closing Date
9/4/2026 5:00 PM Central
Summary
The Human Resource Generalist I manages recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding, serves as the HR contact for assigned departments, hosts new hire orientations, and supports HR reporting, compliance, and special projects.
Essential Functions
- Acts as an HR contact for assigned departments and employees, responding to general questions about processes and procedures, and directing more complex policy-related inquiries to HR leadership
- Manages applicant tracking system (NeoGov), job postings, and recruitment advertising.
- Supports hiring processes, including application screening, interview coordination, and candidate communication.
- Coordinates pre-employment requirements, including drug screens, physicals, background checks, etc.
- Processes onboarding and offboarding paperwork and maintains employee-related documentation for HR files
- Coordinates and facilitates new hire orientation and may occasionally serve as a guide for new hire orientation bus tours.
- Compiles reports, conducts research, and completes special projects as assigned.
- Performs other related duties as required.
Qualifications
An Associate's Degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration/Business Management, or a related field and two (2) years of Human Resources experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, is required.
Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen, criminal background check, and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check.
Valid State of Texas Driver's License required.
Knowledge and Abilities
Knowledge of:
- Recruitment and hiring processes, including applicant tracking systems, interviewing, and candidate communication.
- HR policies, procedures, and recordkeeping practices.
- Data entry, reporting, and maintaining accurate employee records.
- Customer service and public relations principles.
- Computers, office software, and related office equipment.
Ability to:
- Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, including presenting information to groups.
- Coordinate recruitment events, new hire orientations, and job fairs.
- Perform accurate data entry and maintain attention to detail in all HR records and processes.
- Adapt quickly to changing priorities and handle multiple tasks efficiently.
- Provide guidance and support to employees and departments regarding HR processes.
- Research and compile information for reports and special projects.
Physical Requirements:
- Occasionally lift and carry up to 20 pounds.
- Frequently reach below shoulder height and perform filing that requires bending, stooping, kneeling, and squatting.
- Frequently walk to assist employees and visitors.
- Occasionally rotate upper trunk while sitting or standing.
- Stand for extended periods during orientations, job fairs, and recruitment events.
- Coordinate eye, hand, and foot movement to operate a vehicle.
The City of Lubbock provides a comprehensive, cost effective, health and welfare package. To view the employee benefits click here.
Employer City of Lubbock
Address 1314 Avenue K
Lubbock, Texas, 79401
Phone 806-775-2303
Website http://www.mylubbock.us