Human Resources Technician

Human Resources Technician The City of Ventura is seeking a customer service-oriented and detail-focused Human Resources Technician to join our Human Resources Department. Under general supervision, this position provides confidential administrative, technical, and paraprofessional support across a variety of Human Resources programs and services. The primary focus of the current vacancy is to support the City's Training and Development program. The position also assists with recruitment, benefits administration, employee/labor relations, workers' compensation, safety programs, front counter/customer service, and employee recordkeeping activities as needed. Key responsibilities include: Coordinates and supports the Training and Development program, including maintaining training calendars, scheduling courses, preparing training materials, managing registrations and attendance rosters, coordinating training logistics and equipment, and communicating with participants and supervisors. Coordinates meetings, training sessions, and special projects; manages calendars, schedules, and related communications. Tracks course completion and ensures compliance with mandatory training requirements. Assists with and supports activities related to various Human Resources programs, including recruitment, benefits, employee relations, employee records, training, and other related functions. Compiles, analyzes, and prepares data, metrics, and reports to support operational needs, program evaluation, and decision-making. Provides customer service and administrative support to employees, departments, applicants, and the public by responding to inquiries, assisting with requests, and providing front-office coverage as needed. Maintains and updates records, databases, spreadsheets, and reports; performs data entry, tracking, analysis, and auditing to support Human Resources programs and ensure data accuracy and compliance. Performs related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Required Human Resources Technician I: Requires a combination of education, training and experience equivalent to completion of high school and two years of experience in a human resources, workers' compensation or risk management function or 18 months experience in a human resources, workers' compensation or risk management function plus college coursework in a related field. Human Resources Technician II: Requires a combination of education, training and experience equivalent to two years of college coursework in Business Administration, Social Sciences, Occupational Safety, or a related field, and 18 months of para-professional human resources, workers' compensation or risk management related experience in a position comparable to a Human Resources Technician I. License: Depending on assignment, possession of a valid California Class C driver's license may be required. Application Deadline: Sunday, June 28, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. Selection Process Timeline: July 2, 2026 Oral Panel Interview Week of July 6, 2026 Department Selection Interview As a condition of employment, selected candidates may be required to complete a background screening process. The City is an equal opportunity employer and strives to attract qualified applicants from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. We aim to create an environment that celebrates and embraces the diversity of our workforce. We welcome you to join our team! #J-18808-Ljbffr