HR Generalist Jobs in Wisconsin

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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Senior Human Resources Analyst

  • Waukesha County
  • Waukesha, WI
  • 4 hours ago
  • Waukesha, WI
  • 4 hours ago

Responsibilities include employee relations, recruitment and selection, workplace investigations, classification and compensation, policy and procedure interpretation, and ensuring compliance with federal...

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HRIS Specialist

  • JockeyInternational Inc.
  • Kenosha, WI
  • 5 hours ago
  • Kenosha, WI
  • 5 hours ago

At Jockey, caring is our responsibility. It’s the fabric of who we are and drives everything we do. It drives us to listen, innovate and improve. To design thoughtfully. To craft skillfully. To...

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Human Resources Generalist

  • WLCFS Wisconsin Lutheran Children
  • Germantown, WI
  • 8 hours ago
  • Germantown, WI
  • 8 hours ago

The HR Generalist serves as a trusted resource to staff while helping advance organizational goals and maintaining alignment with our mission....

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Workforce Management Analyst

  • TEKsystems
  • Madison, WI
  • 16 hours ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 16 hours ago

Now Hiring for a Workforce Management Analyst to help forecast work volumes and determine headcount for various departments for a close client in the healthcare insurance company!! This is a long...

Hybrid

HR Generalist

  • Amcor
  • Oshkosh, WI
  • 16 hours ago
  • Oshkosh, WI
  • 16 hours ago

Relations, Engagement, Core Values, & Talent Management Development and execution of simple, repeatable processes for completion of HR work streams related to employee transactions and HR processes...

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Process Associate - Human Resource Outsourcing - US

  • Infosys LTD
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 17 hours ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 17 hours ago

Job Description Recruiting Coordinator Process Associate Milwaukee, WI WFH- Work from Home Job Description In the role of process associate, you will execute transactions as per prescribed...

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Generalist, Human Resources Benefits and Payroll

  • Milwaukee Valve
  • Prairie du Sac, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Prairie du Sac, WI
  • 1 day ago

Working knowledge of employment laws and compliance requirements....

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Human Resources Generalist

  • AMSOIL
  • Superior, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Superior, WI
  • 2 days ago

Working knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines, including talent acquisition, employee relations, organizational development, performance management, employment laws and workers compensation...

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Human Resource Representative

  • Lippert
  • Eau Claire, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Eau Claire, WI
  • 2 days ago

Overview Come join the LIPPERT team! Lippert is a leading, global manufacturer and supplier of highly engineered products and customized solutions, dedicated to shaping, growing and bettering the...

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Workforce Management Analyst (WI)

  • Dahl Consulting
  • Madison, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 2 days ago

Title : Workforce Management Analyst Location : Madison, WI (Hybrid, osite 3-days/week) Job Type : Contract-to-Hire Compensation : $33.65 - $40.86 per hour W2 Conversion Salary: $70,000 - $85,000...

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HR Systems Analyst

  • Blain's Farm & Fleet
  • Janesville, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Janesville, WI
  • 2 days ago

Company & Benefits Information At Blain’s Farm & Fleet we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to have a job they love, work in a great environment, grow their career & enjoy a positive...

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Human Resource Generalist

  • M-B Companies, Inc.
  • Chilton, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Chilton, WI
  • 2 days ago

Lower absenteeism) Support managers with employee relations and performance issues Counsel team members and leaders to resolve individual or team conflicts Conduct thorough investigations into claims...

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HR Generalist

  • Hoffmaster Group,Inc.
  • Clintonville, WI
  • 3 days ago
  • Clintonville, WI
  • 3 days ago

policies, procedures, and programs The Essentials Associate degree or equivalent professional qualifications Minimum of 1 year of recruiting, HR, or related experience Strong interpersonal, communication...

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Human Resources Generalist

  • The LaSalle Network Inc
  • Waupun, WI
  • 3 days ago
  • Waupun, WI
  • 3 days ago

Knowledge of employment laws, policies, and procedures, and the ability to maintain confidentiality with integrity....

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Reporting Analyst - HR

  • KDS Kohl's, Inc.
  • Menomonee Falls, WI
  • 4 days ago
  • Menomonee Falls, WI
  • 4 days ago

Role Specific Information Job Description This role is based at our Corporate Office in Menomonee Falls, WI. You'll work onsite from Monday through Thursday, with the option to work remotely on...

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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 Wisconsin

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


Highest Education Level

HR Generalists in Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin
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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