HR Generalist Jobs in Missouri

A Human Resources (HR) Generalist is a professional who manages the day-to-day operations of human resource functions and duties. They carry a wide range of responsibilities, including recruitment and selection, onboarding new hires, providing training and development opportunities, managing compensation and benefits, ensuring legal compliance, and handling employee relations matters. They also play a crucial role in developing and implementing HR policies and systems that align with the company's strategy. They act as a bridge between management and employees, ensuring smooth communication and promptly addressing demands, grievances or other issues.

Key skills needed for an HR Generalist include strong interpersonal and communication skills, problem-solving abilities, decision-making skills, and proficiency in HRIS and related software. Professional certifications such as Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) are valuable additions to their profile. Prior to becoming an HR Generalist, individuals often gain experience in roles such as HR Assistant, HR Coordinator, or Recruitment Specialist. These roles allow them to understand the functioning of a HR department and develop necessary skills before moving into a Generalist position.

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Nestlé Purina

Senior Human Resources Generalist

Assist the HR Manager with employee relations and labor relations at the factory. Conduct investigations and provide recommendations and action plans....

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Human Resources Specialist- Full Time

  • McCrite Plaza
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 7 hours ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 7 hours ago

Specifically, this position will manage a portion of the recruitment process/procedures, provide supervisor support, employee relations contact, manage forms, and workers' compensation process/claims...

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HR Specialist

  • Core & Main Inc.
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 11 hours ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 11 hours ago

Based in St. Louis, Core & Main is a leader in advancing reliable infrastructure with local service, nationwide. As a specialty distributor with a focus on water, wastewater, storm drainage and...

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Human Resources Specialist (Military) (Title 32)

  • Air National Guard Units
  • Jefferson City, MO
  • 1 day ago
  • Jefferson City, MO
  • 1 day ago

This is a National Guard Title 32 Excepted Service Position. This is a Permanent GS-0201-09 HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST (MILITARY) (TITLE 32), Position Description Number D3030000 and is part of...

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HR Officer

  • Americold Logistics
  • MO
  • 1 day ago
  • MO
  • 1 day ago

Functie omschrijving Als HR Officer vorm je samen met de Country HR Manager het hart van ons HR team. Je zorgt ervoor dat de dagelijkse HR processen op al onze Nederlandse locaties soepel...

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Human Resources Generalist

  • hth companies
  • Union, MO
  • 2 days ago
  • Union, MO
  • 2 days ago

Company Description: hth companies is an industrial services provider offering mechanical insulation, scaffolding, industrial cleaning, and various other services to meet our customers' needs...

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Workforce Management Analyst (MO)

  • Dahl Consulting
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 2 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 2 days ago

Title : Workforce Management Analyst Location : St. Louis, MO (Hybrid, onsite 3-days/week) Job Type : Contract-to-Hire Compensation : $33.65 - $40.86 per hour W2 Conversion Salary: $70,000 -...

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HR Operations Analyst

  • Focus Financial Partners
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 4 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 4 days ago

Primary Responsibilities HR Operations & Employee Support Serve as a trusted point of contact for employees and managers regarding HR policies, procedures, systems, and transactions Provide outstanding...

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HRIS Specialist

  • CRB
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 4 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 4 days ago

Job Description The HRIS Specialist is responsible for the end-to-end administration, configuration, and enhancements of CRBs Human Resources Information System....

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HR Generalist St Louis MO

  • CPC Logistics
  • Chesterfield, MO
  • 4 days ago
  • Chesterfield, MO
  • 4 days ago

This role may evolve to include other duties and responsibilities that are usual and customary for an HR Generalist....

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HR Partner III

  • Advantage Solutions
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 4 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 4 days ago

Market Type: Remote HR Partner III The HR Partner III serves as a key advisor and partner to managers and employees, providing expert guidance on employee relations, HR policies, compliance, and talent...

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Human Resources Specialist

  • Mehlville R-9 School District
  • MO
  • 4 days ago
  • MO
  • 4 days ago

Human Resources Specialist Administration Building 12-month position Anticipated Start Date: 9/8/2026 POSITION SUMMARY: Responsible for assisting the Assistant Superintendent-Human Resources in...

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Human Resources Specialist

  • Acadia Healthcare
  • Springfield, MO
  • 4 days ago
  • Springfield, MO
  • 4 days ago

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Assist with a variety of HR functions in a facility including recruitment, staffing, employee relations, payroll, training and recognition, benefit communications and employee recognition...

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MO HR Generalist

  • KVC Health Systems
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 5 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 5 days ago

Apply today to join KVC Missouri as our next HR Generalist....

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Senior Human Resources Generalist-Human Resources

  • Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc.
  • Chesterfield, MO
  • 5 days ago
  • Chesterfield, MO
  • 5 days ago

We'd love to meet you if your professional track record includes these skills: High School Diploma Minimum 4 years of progressive HR experience Demonstrated experience in talent management, employee...

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HR Generalist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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HR Fundamentals
HR professionals look after the greatest creators of value (and risk) in organisations: their people. On this five-week course, youll be introduced to the practice of HR, and develop essential...
WISDOM - Tomorrow’s Doctor, Today: Supporting Today’s Expert Generalist GP
General Practitioner (GP) roles are changing and so is the scope of professional skills needed for clinical practice. Healthcare professionals are more often confronted with complex problems,...
Strategic HR Management
This course is about both the design and execution of human resource management strategies. This course has two central themes: (1) How to think systematically and strategically about aspects of...

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Salary for HR Generalist Jobs in Missouri

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHR research efforts.


Highest Education Level

HR Generalists in Missouri offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.5%
Master's Degree
28.7%
Associate's Degree
7.0%
High School or GED
6.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
5.0%
Doctorate Degree
2.2%
Some College
1.1%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by HR Generalists in Missouri
4-6 years
50.9%
1-2 years
30.0%
2-4 years
7.8%
Less than 1 year
4.6%
6-8 years
4.6%
None
1.6%
10+ years
0.5%



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