HR Technician: Recruitment, Onboarding & Benefits

City of Akron; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Akron is seeking an HR technician who works independently on assignments and assists professional staff in recruitment, benefits, workers’ compensation, and onboarding. The role operates under general supervision with judgment, performs duties such as creating job ads, reviewing applications, scheduling exams, and maintaining confidential records.

The position also involves preparing personnel actions, updating employee data, reviewing payroll accuracy, and responding to inquiries.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of rules and practices related to recruitment, benefits, workers’ compensation, and workforce development.
• Ability to prepare and process personnel actions, maintain confidential records, and onboard new employees.
• Strong data handling, math, and reporting skills for payroll and benefits review.

Responsibilities

• Assist recruitment programs, screen applications, and notify applicants of status.
• Assist in examinations, eligibility lists, and postings for vacancies.
• Process payroll reviews, benefits changes, onboarding, and personnel actions.
• Respond to inquiries by phone, in person, or in writing; drive to meetings and events.
• Maintain HR data, prepare reports, and ensure compliance with policies.

Skills

HR knowledge

Recruitment

Interviews

Data analysis

Word processing

Databases

Spreadsheets

Communication

Confidential information handling

Onboarding

Tools

HRIS software

Microsoft Office

Job description

City of Akron is seeking an HR technician who works independently on assignments and assists professional staff in recruitment, benefits, workers’ compensation, and onboarding. The role operates under general supervision with judgment, performs duties such as creating job ads, reviewing applications, scheduling exams, and maintaining confidential records.

The position also involves preparing personnel actions, updating employee data, reviewing payroll accuracy, and responding to inquiries.