Human Resources Generalist

As the Human Resources Generalist, you will serve as a strategic partner supporting early talent development, workforce analytics, employee engagement, and Emerson's early career talent strategy. This role leads our co-op and internship programs while partnering with HR Business Partners on various projects. You'll be the face of Emerson to university students, driving talent acquisition, fostering university partnerships, and building a strong pipeline of future talent. This position offers broad exposure to employee relations, HR analytics, talent management, and business-facing HR support.In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Act as a key partner on the HR team, establish and maintain a positive and visible HR presence among all levels of staff. Support various HR projects and initiatives, responsibilities can vary.

• Develop dashboards, analyze workforce trends, and provide data-driven recommendations to HR leadership and business partners.

• Own and continuously improve the site's early career talent strategy, including program effectiveness, conversion rates, university partnerships, and return-on-investment analysis.

• Coordinate and manage all stages of the Co-op and Internship program by partnering with many stakeholders: department managers, universities, Emerson Talent Acquisition function, and Human Resources.
  • Work with managers to identify needs, create job descriptions, select, hire, and onboard co-op and interns.
  • Develop and deploy marketing strategies to attract early talent, especially with university engagement.
  • Lead Emerson representation at college job fairs and recruiting sessions.
  • Support and retain early talent pipeline for future entry-level positions.
• Serve as a trusted partner in collaboration with the HRBP to co-ops and interns, providing guidance on employee relations, coaching, and conduct while ensuring fair and consistent practices.
• Investigate and resolve workplace concerns within scope of the co-op and internship program by gathering information, documenting findings, and recommending appropriate actions in collaboration with HRBP.
• Maintain a visible presence onsite to build relationships, address questions, and support an inclusive and engaged work environment
• Support employee activities programs, ERGs, recognition events and community involvement.
• Facilitate orientation and other onboarding meetings and trainings for new and current employees.
• Serve as point of contact for community outreach, housing, and education initiatives.
• Maintain accurate HR records, analyze and report HR metrics, and ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

• Prepares queries and reports as needed for the Human Resources function, which requires extensive analysis and initiates actions based on evaluation of these reports.

• Support the Human Resources Business Partners with special projects, communication initiatives, and coordination of departmental activities.

• Other duties as assigned.
  

Who You Are

• You make new connections and build relationships across groups. You effectively communicate in various settings: one-on-one, small and large groups, or among diverse styles and position levels. You attract and select diverse and high caliber talent. You act fairly despite conflicting demands of stakeholders and build trust through balanced decision-making. You collaborate effectively, earning the support of others while working toward shared goals. You provide direct and actionable feedback with confidence and respect. You carefully consider relevant factors and use sound judgment to make decisions.
  

For This Role, You Will Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field – equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of degree
• Ability to use standard business software tools to manage data and communication
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to build trust and maintain positive working relationships across all levels of the organization
• Clear and professional communication skills, with the ability to listen and respond effectively
• Demonstrate sound judgment, discretion and strictly maintains confidentiality

• Travel up to 25%-30% during peak campus recruitment seasons (September and February)

• Legal authorization to work in the United States - sponsorship will not be provided for this position
  

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart

• Two years of Human Resources experience or closely related field
• Broader experience across multiple HR disciplines or increased depth in employee relations and talent acquisition

• Demonstrated interest in developing a career path within Human Resources

• Familiarity with HR information systems such as Oracle or workforce management tools such as Kronos
• Experience using HR data and metrics to inform decisions and improve outcomes
• Knowledge of university engagement tactics, including social media, trends, and cultural influences
• Proficiency with applicant-tracking software

Our Culture & Commitment to You

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

Our Location

Marshalltown, Iowa, combines the charm of a close-knit community with the conveniences of a thriving city. Located in central Iowa, less than an hour from both Des Moines and Ames, Marshalltown offers easy access to urban amenities while providing a variety of local outdoor recreation activities like hiking, biking, golf, swimming, and exploring local parks. With its affordable cost of living, excellent schools, and vibrant diverse local culture, Marshalltown is a welcoming place to call home!

About Us

WHY EMERSON

Our Commitment to Our People

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.

Work Authorization

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

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ABOUT EMERSON

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!

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