HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST - EMPLOYEE & LABOR RELATIONS

City of Riverside; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Riverside invites applications for a Human Resources Specialist in the Employee & Labor Relations Division. The role supports recruitment, classification, benefits, training, and labor relations, among other HR functions.

The chosen candidate will contribute to open enrollment activities, policy interpretation, and staff development in a dynamic public-sector environment. The position requires an AA in business/public administration or related field and two years of advanced

Qualifications

• AA degree from an accredited college in business/public administration, human resources, social or behavioral sciences, psychology, or closely related field.
• Two years of advanced administrative support experience, preferably in human resources.
• Additional professional education may substitute for the required experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain position control system details, process personnel actions and update payroll/HR system changes.
• Assist in resolving personnel problems, analyze staff needs and interpret policies to recommend actions.
• Speak before groups on human resources topics and participate in special projects and training.
• Prepare and deliver orientation and training programs, including workshops and materials.
• Prepare reports, charts, tables and graphs for management and supervisors.
• Assist in recruitment planning, job postings and advertising strategies; review applications and eligibility.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Public sector HR

Education

AA in business/public administration

Job description

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

Under general supervision, a Human Resources Specialist will perform para-professional human resources work in a variety of program areas including: Recruitment & Selection; Classification & Compensation, Benefits; Training; Employee & Labor Relations and/or Administration; and will do related work as required.

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.

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 years of advanced administrative support experience, preferably in human resource functions.

Up to one year of additional education may substitute for one year of the required experience.

Highly Desired Qualifications:

• Human Resources experience working for a public agency.
• Advanced level of proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION:

1)Completed Employment Application

2) Completed Supplemental Questionnaire

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.

The City of Riverside does not provide sponsorship for employment-based work visas. Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

An exception may be made if the selected candidate is eligible to work in the United States as a USMCA professional in the TN nonimmigrant classification.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS

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