County of Del Norte, CA Hiring for Human Resources Technician I/II at Crescent City, California Full Time

Salary: $1,617.30 – $1,965.86 Biweekly

Location : Crescent City, CA

Job Type: Full Time

Job Number: 23-00154

Department: Administration

Division: Human Resources

Opening Date: 05/26/2023

Closing Date: 6/8/2023 5:00 PM Pacific

General Recruitment Information:

This recruitment will establish a list of candidates to be used in filling the vacancy as well as an eligibility list that may be used for future vacancies or temporary help for up to one (1) year.

Job Opportunity:

Only online applications are accepted. It is the responsibility of each applicant to review the full job description and requirements. Resumes are encouraged, but will not be accepted in lieu of required application materials. Applications which are incomplete as of the final date to apply will be eliminated from consideration. Candidates who meet all the minimum qualifications may be invited to an oral interview.
Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented professional with strong organizational skills with a natural ability to multitask and prioritize tasks to join our Human Resources Team!

Bi-weekly Salary:

Level I: $1,617.30 – $1,965.86

Level II: $1,698.16 – $2,064.15

The Human Resources Technician provides technical work in all of the following areas: recruitment, testing, and selection, classification; in addition to performing a variety of record keeping, administrative and technical support activities.
Under general supervision, performs a variety of complex and specialized program, office, administrative and general support work for the County Human Resources and Risk Management programs; to prepare personnel transactions; to provide a variety of information about County Personnel policies and procedures to employees and the public; to assist in the recruitment and selection process; and to perform related tasks as assigned. Employees in this classification receive limited to direct supervision within a framework of standard policies and procedures. This classification is designated as Confidential.
Detailed Work Activities
Essential job duties may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. The list that follows is not intended as a comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed, and may be required to perform additional, position-specific tasks.

• Maintains employee database; reviews and processes personnel action forms for employees; enters personnel data into electronic and manual filing systems; reviews entries and transactions for accuracy; inputs new hire information into database for benefit enrollment purposes, payroll processing and reporting requirements.
• Assists in the processing of job announcements, including: developing or revising posting information; proofing information; producing current announcements; copying and distributing; composing and placing recruitment advertisements.
• Assists in the screening of applicants, scheduling interview panels and proctoring written examinations, including the notifications of applicants, scoring of interviews and establishment of eligibility lists.
• Assists in entering applicant information into applicant tracking system; maintains tracking system; and, generates reports and correspondence using automated system, including exporting information to other software programs.
• Participates in salary and policy/procedure surveys.
• Establishes and maintains job classification table and salary table within the automated Human Resource Information System (HRIS), including the generation of various reports.
• Researches, interprets, responds to and resolves inquiries from employees with compensation and benefits questions, and issues regarding personnel policies and procedures; reviews and processes forms to execute salary changes, promotions, demotions, new hires, terminations, transfers and other related transactions.
• Maintains official record of established positions for each department/division within the County.
• Reviews requests for leave of absence and coordinates with management, employee and department ensuring that appropriate leave is being granted.
• May review grievance and disciplinary action documents for conformance with applicable provisions of the current memorandum of understanding, and make recommendations for action to management.
• Assists management in the coordination and scheduling of a variety of training activities for County employees; acts as a liaison with contractors providing
• Assists with the administration of employee benefits.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
Any combination of education, training and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
Experience: Two (2) years of experience in human resources or related field. An Associate’s degree may substitute for one year of required experience.

Experience in benefits administration and protective leaves of absences (FMLA and CFRA) is highly desirable.

Special Requirements: Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s license.
All County of Del Norte employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through State law (California Government Code Section ). Employment with the County of Del Norte requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Work related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Job Requirements:
knowledge of:

• County and Department Human Resources and Risk Management policies and procedures.
• Modern principles and practices of Human Resources administration and record keeping.
• Benefits administration, medical leaves of absences and other leaves.
• General recruitment and selection process procedures.
• General office procedures, policies, practices and computer applications and hardware, and other general office equipment related to the performance of the essential functions of the job.
• Basic principles and polices associated with Human Resources and Risk Management.
• Microsoft Office and other similar word/data processing applications.

Ability to:

• Operate a human resource information system and similar computer software applications.
• Read, understand, interpret and apply relevant Federal, State and local laws, rules and policies.
• Assess and prioritize multiple tasks, projects and demands.
• Perform a variety of complex or specialized administrative, office and general support work for the Human Resources and Risk Management programs with minimal guidance and supervision.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
• Communicate effective in both oral and written formats.

Selection Process:

The County of Del Norte does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, gender, age, sexual preference, or disability in any of its programs, activities, or hiring practices. All applications will be reviewed and those individuals with backgrounds most closely meeting the needs of the county will be selected for further review. In the event of a large number of qualifying applicants, a written examination may be given to determine which applicants will be invited to attend an oral interview. An eligibility list will be established upon completion of the oral interviews. Expenses (i.e. travel, food, lodging) incurred in connection with the interview shall be the burden of the applicant. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if special accommodations are necessary at any stage of the selection process, please contact the Human Resources Office prior to the interview/examination so that appropriate arrangements can be made.

Condition of Employment:

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act, Del Norte County is required to verify, within three days of employment of any person, that he/she is: 1) a citizen or national of the United States; 2) an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence or authorized by the Immigration and Naturalization Service to work in the United States.

Disaster Service Workers: All County of Del Norte employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through State law (California Government Code Section ). Employment with the County of Del Norte requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Work related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Del Norte County is an equal opportunity employer hiring employment eligible applicants. Disabled applicants who require special testing arrangements should contact the Human Resources Department prior to the filing deadline. In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act, applicants must provide acceptable proof of identity or authorization to work in the United States. A thorough background investigation will be conducted prior to employment. The investigation may include reference checks, fingerprinting . click apply for full job details