Human Resources Generalist

Human Resources Generalist

Salary

$55,680.00 - $76,824.00 Annually

Location

Administration, 235 Government Center Drive, NC

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

00451

Department

HUMAN RESOURCES

Division

Human Resources

Opening Date

09/29/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

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Job Summary

The Human Resource Generalist performs daily operations of the Human Resource department including talent acquisition, compensation, benefits, leave and HR policies and procedures. This position manages all administrative functions for the department. This position is assigned to pay grade G18.

Essential Job Functions

• Manages the human capital system for the entire employment life cycle to include applicant tracking, onboarding, employee maintenance, benefits, offboarding and employee records.
• Manages the applicant tracking system to include personnel requisitions, job postings and screening of applicants. May extend conditional offers of employment with oversight of the Human Resources Manager.
• Assists in representing the organization in recruitment and other community events.
• Oversees new employee orientation including scheduling, room preparation, participation in presentations, and benefits enrollment.
• Handles human resources related inquiries from applicants, employees, and leaders, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to Human Resources leadership.
• Maintains employee records, ensuring completion and accuracy of details.
• Plans and organizes events such as retirement celebrations, Service Awards Banquet, etc.
• Supports the Human Resources team in projects, strategic initiatives and other activities as needed.
• Performs administrative tasks including processing purchase orders, requisitions, supplies, etc.
• Creates and maintains badge system. Updates badge access as needed.
• Exercises purchasing authority up to $1,000 without approval from supervisor.
• Performs other related job duties as assigned.

In the event of an emergency, all employees are considered essential personnel and may be required to perform alternate duties.

Education, Experience, and Other Requirements

• Bachelors degree in human resources, management, business administration or any related course study.
• Associate's degree in human resources, management, business administration or any related course study and One (1) year of operational human resources experience

in lieu of bachelors acceptable.

• Six (6) months of work experience in Human Resources or related field required.
• PSHRA/SHRM/PHR certifications are preferred.

Other Requirements

Other Essential Job Specifications

YESNOUse interpersonal skills such as seeing, hearing, and speaking to develop positive interactions with customers. X

Comprehends and uses technical or professional language, either written or spoken, to communicate complex ideas.X Performs numerical operations using basic counting, adding, subtracting, multiplying, or dividing. X Performs complex quantitative calculations or reasoning using algebra, geometry, statistics, or abstract symbols. XRequires travel between CFPUA sites.X Use or repair of small/light equipment (power tools). XUse or repair medium equipment and machinery (vehicles, commercial mowers). XUse or repair heavy or complex machinery (HVAC systems, construction equipment, water plants). X Physical Requirements

None: 0 hours or 0% of scheduled shift

Some: Up to 2 hours or 20% of scheduled shift

Frequent - 2 to 5 hours or 20% to 60% of scheduled shift

Very Frequent - More than 5 hours or 60% to 100% of scheduled shift NONESOMEFREQUENTVERY FREQUENTMinimal physical exertion. Very light physical work at desk or counter level with intermittent periods of sitting, standing, and walking. May involve data entry, telephone work, or use of various office equipment.

X Same as above with the addition of standing/sitting/walking for lengthy periods of time. May involve light physical exertion due to pushing, pulling, carrying, and lifting weights up to 20 pounds.

X Physical exertion involving pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 20 pounds. May require prolonged standing and/or walking during which time objects are transported. May require occasional bending, squatting, and reaching. X Sustained physical activity throughout the work period. Performs work tasks involving pushing, pulling, carrying, and lifting up to 50 pounds. May require bending, squatting, stooping, reaching, climbing, or walking in addition to other physical demands. X Sustained physical activity throughout the work period. Performs work tasks involving pushing, pulling, carrying, and lifting up to 50 pounds. May require bending, squatting, stooping, reaching, climbing, or walking in addition to other physical demands. X

Cape Fear Public Utility Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to foster, maintain, and promote equal employment on the basis of qualifications and without regard to age, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), race, color, creed, religion, national origin, disability, or genetic disorder.

Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment status of all person hired to work in the United States. Cape Fear Public Utility Authority participates in E-Verify.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Part-time employees who work an average of 30 hours per week over the course of a year, receive benefits on a pro-rated basis. To learn more details, visit our Benefits Page.

Employer Cape Fear Public Utility Authority

Address 235 Government Center Drive

Wilmington, North Carolina, 28403

Phone 910-332-6570

Website http://www.cfpua.org