Human Resources Specialist

The Position

The City of Riverside, Human Resources Department (HR) is accepting applications for the position of Human Resources Specialist to fill one (1) vacancy in the Recruitment Division. The eligibility list established may be used to fill the current and/or upcoming vacancies within this classification for up to six (6) months.

Work Performed

In general, typical duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Participate in the maintenance of the position control system, processing personnel actions and updating Payroll/Human Resources system changes.
• Assist in resolving personnel problems; analyzing staff needs; interpreting personnel policies and procedures; recommending effective courses of action.
• Speak before groups concerning human resources matters.
• Participate in special projects and training as assigned.
• Prepare and/or deliver orientation programs, training programs and other related workshops.
• Prepare reports, charts, tables and graphs.
• Assist in the preparation of recruitment plans, job announcements and advertising strategies.
• Review and evaluate applications and determine applicant eligibility.
• Administer and score examinations; certify eligibility lists to operating departments.
• Participate in the administration of employee benefit programs by providing forms, information and counseling.
• Accept applications and assist in filing claims for employees and/or beneficiaries to receive life insurance or long- term disability payments.
• Coordinate open enrollment and the benefits fair.
• Assist in and conduct routine position classification studies.
• Assist in the preparation and revision of class specifications.
• Participate in and conduct salary and fringe benefit surveys; compile and analyze data and make recommendations.
• Schedule locations and times for training programs; maintain training records, files and rating sheets.
• Design and develop training materials and manuals; conduct specialized computer software training including word processing, database, spreadsheet and electronic mail.
• Assist in the maintenance of the Human Resources internal/external internet sites.
• Serve as department’s receptionist as a key point of contact for the Human Resources Department as needed.

Qualifications

Education: Equivalent to an Associate of Arts degree from an accredited college in business/public administration, human resources, social or behavioral sciences, psychology, or a closely related field. Additional professional experience may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

Experience: Two (2) years of advanced administrative support experience, preferably in human resources functions. Up to one year of additional education may substitute for one year of the required experience.

Highly Desired Qualifications:

• Human Resources experience with a public agency.
• Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Organized with great attention to detail
• Public speaking experience
• Ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing

Selection Process

The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Those who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on the eligibility list for this classification.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS:

If you are selected to move forward in the assessment process, you may be required to self-schedule your appointment. You will be notified via email of your status and provided with self-scheduling instructions. Please check your email regularly following the closing date of this recruitment.

Positions that require, or may require, a California Commercial Driver’s License are considered Safety Sensitive and are monitored by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Any candidate being considered for a Safety Sensitive position must submit authorization forms to the City immediately upon request to begin the pre-employment process.

It is the responsibility of candidates with a disability requiring accommodation in the assessment process to contact the Human Resources Department in writing to request such accommodation prior to the closing date of this recruitment.

Appointment may be subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation, drug screen, and/or medical/physical examination.

NOTE: The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. Candidates may reapply when there is a posting to establish an eligibility list.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Proof of education listed in your application will be requested at the time of conditional offer. Acceptable documentation consists of transcripts or degree, if applicable, by the accredited U.S. college or university.

Education obtained outside the United States (US) require one of the following options:

• An equivalency statement from an evaluation company certified by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) at http://www.naces.org/members.html or the Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE) at http://aice-eval.org/members/.
• An advanced-level degree from an accredited US college or university.

All applicants will be notified via e-mail or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement.

THE PROVISIONS OF THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT.