Human Resources Specialist

Under general supervision, performs confidential paraprofessional to professional human resources work including recruitment and selection, classification and compensation, benefits administration and special projects. Overview Incumbents in this classification will be expected to effectively perform varied technical tasks necessary to carry out the City’s human resources management program. Typical assignments may occasionally involve field work for data collection, administration of examinations, or coordination of special presentations, training and other group activities. Essential Functions Performs routine duties required to carry out the City’s personnel selection process, including preparation of recruitment bulletins and advertising, screening job applications, scheduling, conducting and scoring examinations, notification to applicants, conducting background investigations, reviewing proposed personnel actions, preparing correspondence and reports. Assists with the preparation of class specifications and conducts classification, compensation and benefits surveys. Administers a variety of benefits programs offered by the City, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance and other programs; verifies and inputs data directly into systems; processes enrollments; monitors veteran and retiree benefits; coordinates with PERS, Social Security, Medicare and COBRA. Interprets and explains the provisions of memoranda of agreements, City Charter, Municipal Code, Personnel Rules and Regulations, and administrative policies and procedures; collects and analyzes data concerning policies, procedures, rules or regulations and prepares reports of recommendations. Performs research related to confidential human resources issues. Maintains employee data using the HRIS. Prepares or edits publications, documents, correspondence and reports. Assists in conducting classification study projects. Plans and coordinates employee training, development, special services, new employee orientation and processing, fringe benefits programs, and other presentation or group activities. Acts as staff support to Human Resources Analyst. Performs other related duties as required. Education and Experience Associate’s Degree from an accredited college or university with a major in personnel, public or business administration or a related field. Two (2) years of full‑time paid sub‑professional to professional work experience in a human resources or personnel department; related experience may substitute education on a year‑for‑year basis. Experience in a public agency human resources department is highly preferred. Required Licenses or Certifications Valid California Class C Driver’s License. Required Knowledge Human resources practices, procedures and applicable federal and state laws and regulations affecting the public sector. Basic principles of public personnel administration. Modern and effective methods of data collection, analysis and presentation. Modern and effective methods of administrative work planning, scheduling and coordination; principles of report writing and record keeping. Recruitment, selection and testing techniques. Recordkeeping principles and procedures. Research and analytical methodologies. Human resource information systems. Required Skills Analyze and interpret the provisions of policies, rules and laws affecting public personnel administration. Prepare clear, concise reports and correspondence. Plan, coordinate and schedule the delivery of information and services to employees and the public. Make effective oral presentations. Analyze and interpret administrative and technical problems and report sound conclusions and recommendations. Perform mathematical calculations with speed and accuracy. Communicate effectively, orally and in writing. Set up and maintain computerized office files and other documents. Demonstrate proper use of English and grammar in speech and in report writing. Maintain confidential information, records and reports. Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with all persons contacted during the course of work performance. Operate computers and related software. Meet physical and health status requirements for this classification and work category as outlined in the City’s Medical Standards. Physical Demands / Work Environment Work is performed indoors in an office setting which is primarily sedentary. Work requires frequent light lifting, carrying and on occasion driving. Moderate finger dexterity and near vision is required. May require vision (which may be corrected) to read small print. May require mobility of arms to reach and dexterity of hands to grasp and finger manipulation. May be subject to environmental conditions. May be required to work at a computer terminal for prolonged periods. May perform lifting, pushing and/or pulling which does not exceed 25 pounds and is an infrequent aspect of the job. May be required to work evenings and/or weekends. Benefits The City’s comprehensive fringe benefits program includes retirement (Public Employees' Retirement System), medical, dental, life and vision insurances, deferred compensation, sick and vacation leaves, after‑hours education reimbursement, ride share program, uniform allowance and other provisions. The City of Compton does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment or provisions of services. #J-18808-Ljbffr