HUMAN RESOURCES ASSISTANT

Human Resources Assistant

Build a career in Human Resources that makes a difference. Human Resources is more than paperwork. It is the foundation of every great school district. At Inglewood Unified School District, our Human Resources team is modernizing systems, streamlining processes, embracing technology, and creating exceptional experiences for employees from recruitment through retirement. We are seeking a Human Resources Assistant who is organized, curious, resourceful, detail-oriented, comfortable learning new technology, and committed to exceptional customer service. This is an outstanding opportunity to build a career in Human Resources while gaining hands-on experience in recruitment, employee processing, records, HR systems, data, events, and special projects. If you are energized by helping people, solving problems, learning new systems, and finding better ways to get work done, we invite you to apply.

The Human Resources Division is where people, purpose, and possibility come together. Our work is centered on building and supporting an exceptional workforce so that every student in Inglewood Unified School District has access to outstanding educators, leaders, and professionals committed to their success. From recruitment and onboarding to employee benefits, professional growth, labor and employee relations, workforce planning, credentialing, classification and compensation, leaves, and HR systems, our team supports employees throughout every stage of their IUSD journey. Our approach is grounded in IUSD's vision of a Beloved Community — a community where every person is valued, relationships matter, equity is practiced, and we share responsibility for one another's success and well-being. In Human Resources, that commitment comes to life through responsive and compassionate service, meaningful collaboration, equitable practices, and a belief that every interaction is an opportunity to build trust. We are also a team that believes Human Resources should continually evolve. We embrace innovation, technology, data-informed decision-making, professional learning, and continuous improvement as we build modern, people-centered systems for a changing workforce.

The Human Resources Assistant is an entry-level specialized position and serves as a first point of contact for the Human Resources Division. The position provides administrative, recruitment, records, personnel data, technology, and customer service support while working with established Human Resources procedures and systems. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with both people and data. The Human Resources Assistant supports recruitment and selection activities, employee processing, personnel records, Human Capital Management (HCM) system transactions, routine reports and data validation, HR events, and department projects. The successful candidate will be comfortable managing multiple priorities, handling confidential information, learning new technologies, maintaining highly accurate records, and providing welcoming, responsive, and solution-oriented service.

At IUSD, we believe every student deserves an exceptional education and every employee has the opportunity to make a lasting difference. Serving the vibrant and diverse communities of Inglewood and Ladera Heights, IUSD is committed to preparing students to become self-responsible, self-disciplined, critical and creative thinkers who are equipped to succeed in college, career, and life. Our mission is grounded in equity, innovation, and a deep belief that every student can achieve at high levels when provided with high-quality instruction, meaningful relationships, and the support they need to thrive. As a district, we are investing in the future through innovative instructional programs, expanded career pathways, modern learning environments, technology integration, family and community partnerships, and comprehensive student support services. From early childhood education through graduation, we are dedicated to creating safe, inclusive, and engaging schools where students are inspired to learn, grow, and reach their full potential. At IUSD, our employees are our greatest asset. Whether serving in the classroom, supporting students behind the scenes, or leading districtwide initiatives, every team member contributes to our shared mission of educational excellence. We foster a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, innovation, accountability, and exceptional customer service while encouraging professional growth and leadership development at every level. If you are passionate about making a meaningful impact, embracing innovation, and helping shape the future of public education, we invite you to become part of the Inglewood Unified family.

What you'll do as a Human Resources Assistant includes:

• Supporting classified and certificated recruitment and selection activities, including job postings, candidate communications, examinations, interviews, and recruitment records.
• Serving as a welcoming first point of contact and providing responsive customer service to applicants, employees, administrators, and the public.
• Assisting with applicant and employee processing, required documentation, clearances, appointments, and onboarding activities.
• Entering, reviewing, updating, and retrieving employee and assignment information in LACOE BEST HCM and other Human Resources systems.
• Reviewing records and data for completeness and accuracy, running established reports and queries, maintaining trackers, and assisting with routine data validation and reconciliation.
• Maintaining confidential personnel, recruitment, assignment, training, leave, separation, and other Human Resources records.
• Coordinating Human Resources events and activities such as recruitment fairs, orientations, onboarding sessions, trainings, interviews, and examination panels.
• Using and learning evolving HR technology, digital records, applicant tracking, time and attendance, absence management, spreadsheet, database, and related systems.
• Supporting special projects, audits, records reviews, process documentation, system testing, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Interested candidates should review the full job description for a complete description of duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities, and working conditions.

An equivalent combination of experience, training, and/or education that could likely provide the desired knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.

• Graduation from high school or equivalent is required.
• College-level coursework or formal training in human resources, business administration, public administration, information systems, records management, or a related field is desirable.

Three (3) years of increasingly responsible clerical or administrative support experience involving data entry, records maintenance, customer service, and the use of computerized information systems is required. Experience supporting human resources, recruitment, employee records, or personnel transactions in a public agency or local educational agency is highly desirable.

A valid California driver's license and the availability of private transportation or the ability to provide transportation between job sites are required.

This recruitment is Open and Promotional and is being conducted under the Inglewood Unified School District Merit System and Personnel Commission Rules. The recruitment is open to qualified members of the public and eligible District employees who meet the established minimum qualifications. Applicants must submit a complete online application and provide sufficient information to demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications. A résumé may be attached but will not substitute for a complete application. Applications will be reviewed for completeness and minimum qualifications. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications may be invited to participate in the competitive examination process.

Training & Experience Evaluation (SME Review) — 30% Tentatively scheduled for the week of September 14th. The written/performance examination is anticipated to assess job-related competencies including attention to detail and data accuracy, written communication, technology and information systems aptitude, customer service judgment, organization and prioritization, confidentiality, records practices, and problem solving. The examination may include multiple-choice, written response, data review, and/or job-related performance exercises.

Structured Oral Technical Examination — 40% Tentatively scheduled for the week of September 21st. The structured oral technical examination is anticipated to assess job-related competencies including customer service and communication, judgment and problem solving, technology adaptability, organization and management of competing priorities, attention to detail, confidentiality, collaboration, adaptability, and readiness to perform Human Resources support work. Candidates must achieve the required passing score on each scored examination component in order to continue in the selection process.

Final Interviews Tentatively scheduled for the week of September 28th. The top three (3) ranks of the Eligibility List (see below) will be referred to the hiring authority for final interviews.

Eligible promotional candidates who successfully complete the examination process will receive applicable promotional credits added to their final passing score in accordance with Personnel Commission Rule 4.200.15. Promotional credits may include: Seniority Credit — Up to 5 Points: One (1) point for each year of service with Inglewood Unified School District, not to exceed five (5) points. Attendance Credit — Up to 2 Points: Two (2) points may be awarded for no absences during the immediately preceding school year, or one (1) point for no more than three (3) absences during the immediately preceding school year. Performance Credit — Up to 2 Points: Two (2) points may be awarded when the promotional candidate's most recent performance evaluation reflects an overall rating of satisfactory or better. Promotional candidates may receive a maximum of nine (9) promotional credit points. Promotional eligibility and the calculation and application of all promotional credits will be determined in accordance with applicable Personnel Commission Rules.

Candidates who successfully complete all required examination components and achieve the required passing scores will be placed on an eligibility list in rank order based upon their final scores. For eligible promotional candidates, applicable promotional credits will be added to the final passing score prior to establishment of the eligibility list. Open and promotional candidates will be merged onto a single eligibility list in accordance with Personnel Commission Rules. Appointment from the eligibility list will