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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Temporay HR Generalist (3 month contract)

  • Appleton, WI
  • moments ago
  • Appleton, WI
  • moments ago

HR Generalist Job Summary: Join our dynamic team as an HR Generalist, where you will play a pivotal role in supporting our human resources functions....

Temporay HR Generalist (3 month contract)

  • Appleton, WI
  • 6 hours ago
  • Appleton, WI
  • 6 hours ago

Proven experience as an HR Generalist or similar role. Strong understanding of HR practices and employment laws. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills....

Human Resources Generalist

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 16 hours ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 16 hours ago

The HR Generalist role requires a highly-capable generalist with strong results orientation, collaboration skills, and multi-tasking abilities....

Human Resources Intern

  • La Crosse, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • La Crosse, WI
  • 1 day ago

Already a Kwik Trip Coworker? Follow this link to apply: myapps.kwiktrip.com Location: Department 669 Shift: Daytime Experience: None Pay Range: $14.90 to $20.16 Actual pay will be based on...

Benefits & HRIS Specialist

  • Pulaski, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Pulaski, WI
  • 1 day ago

The Benefits/HRIS Specialist is responsible for the administration and support of the companys benefits programs, HRIS (Human Resources Information System), and payroll inputs....

Bilingual Human Resources Generalist

  • Fall River, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Fall River, WI
  • 2 days ago

Prepares employee separation notices and related documentation, and conducts exit interviews to determine reasons behind separations....

Field Operations HR Specialist 1

  • Racine, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Racine, WI
  • 2 days ago

Requisition ID: 177087 Job Level: Mid Level Home District/Group: Cherne District Department: Administration Market: Industrial Employment Type: Full Time Position Overview We are adding a Field...

HR Generalist

  • Kenosha, WI
  • 3 days ago
  • Kenosha, WI
  • 3 days ago

Position Title: HR Generalist Job Category: Academic Staff Employment Type: Regular Job Profile: HR Generalist Job Duties: Essential Duties Provides consultation, performs analytics, and/or maintains...

MILITARY DoD SKILLBRIDGE HR Specialist - Talent Program

  • Waukesha, WI
  • 3 days ago
  • Waukesha, WI
  • 3 days ago

Job Description Summary Remote Role! As a Skillbridge Intern at GE Healthcare, every moment partnering with customers is an opportunity to impact the lives of patients. You'll be the face of our...

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Human Resource Generalist, Bilingual English/Spanish

  • Whitewater, WI
  • 4 days ago
  • Whitewater, WI
  • 4 days ago

The salary range for this position is $60,000 to $63,500, depending on experience and qualifications. Summary Under the supervision of the Human Resource Manager, the Human Resource Generalist...

Senior HR Analyst

  • Madison, WI
  • 5 days ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 5 days ago

Senior HR Analyst Job Post Information* : Posted Date 2 days ago (7/24/2025 7:00 PM) Location US-WI-Madison Category Human Resources Type Regular Full-Time Hiring Manager Joy Matthews Recruiter :...

Human Resources Generalist

  • Portage, WI
  • 5 days ago
  • Portage, WI
  • 5 days ago

Leverage people data such as turnover, employee relations case management system reports, and exit interviews, to guide decision-making and offer solutions to improve results....

HR Generalist

  • Rice Lake, WI
  • 7 days ago
  • Rice Lake, WI
  • 7 days ago

Advises, recommends and partners with leadership regarding personnel practices, policies and procedures and employment laws....

Human Resources Specialist

  • Wausau, WI
  • 7 days ago
  • Wausau, WI
  • 7 days ago

Compassion. Accountability. Collaboration. Foresight. Joy. These are the Aspirus Core Values; and we are looking for the BEST around to join us as we demonstrate those values Every. Single. Day....

Payroll/HR Specialist

  • Cedarburg, WI
  • 7 days ago
  • Cedarburg, WI
  • 7 days ago

Primary individual responsible for benefit administration, e.g. enroll new hires, open enrollment, process employee changes, qualifying events, and ensure data integrity in payroll and insurance systems...

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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
49.4%
Master's Degree
28.7%
Associate's Degree
7.0%
High School or GED
6.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
5.1%
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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