Human Resources Technician

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

Job summary

The City of Moreno Valley is seeking a Human Resources Technician to support recruitment, onboarding, retention, and HR initiatives within the Recruitment and Retention team.

Under general supervision, you will coordinate recruitment activities, manage applicant data, assist with new-employee orientations, and support performance tracking and recognition programs. A strong emphasis on accuracy, confidentiality, and customer service is essential.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or GED.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate recruitment and selection activities.
• Maintain applicant tracking systems and employee records.
• Facilitate new employee orientations.
• Track performance evaluations and coordinate employee recognition programs.
• Provide administrative support to employees, applicants, and the public.

Job description

Bring your enthusiasm to our HR team and make a difference! Support recruitment, onboarding, employee retention, and other key HR initiatives that help our City thrive.

Join the City of Moreno Valley’s Human Resources Team!

Full-Time, Non-exempt

4/10 or 9/80 schedule options available.

THE OPPORTUNITY

There is one (1) vacancy in the Human Resource Department's Recruitments and Retention. This recruitment is being conducted to fill one (1) vacancy and will establish an eligibility list, which may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur during the active status of the eligibility list.

The City of Moreno Valley is seeking a customer-focused, detail-oriented, and collaborative Human Resources Technician to join our Human Resources Department's Recruitment and Retention team. This position plays an important role in supporting recruitment, onboarding, employee retention, and key HR programs that help attract talent and strengthen the City’s workforce.

Under general supervision, the Human Resources Technician performs a variety of technical and administrative duties, including coordinating recruitment and selection activities, maintaining applicant tracking systems and employee records, facilitating new employee orientations, tracking performance evaluations, and coordinating employee recognition programs. This role also provides administrative support and assistance to employees, applicants, and the public.

JOB DESCRIPTION

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IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate is a proactive, adaptable, and detail-oriented professional who is eager to contribute across a broad range of Human Resources functions. This individual thrives in a dynamic environment and is prepared to support recruitment and selection, new employee onboarding, employee programs, and essential administrative operations.

The successful candidate demonstrates strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills, exercises sound judgment, and effectively manages competing priorities while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality. They are resourceful, responsive, and adaptable to evolving departmental needs, ensuring assignments are completed efficiently and accurately. A willingness to take initiative, learn new processes, collaborate with colleagues, and provide support wherever needed is essential to success in this role.

Candidates who bring a collaborative mindset, a commitment to continuous improvement, and a strong service-oriented approach will be well-positioned to contribute to the success of the Human Resources team and the City of Moreno Valley.

MINIMUM AND DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills, and abilities outlined above is graduation from high school or a G.E.D. equivalent, and five (5) years of increasingly responsible office administrative experience that provides familiarity with recruiting, interviewing, and other human resource management practices; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Prior experience working in a government agency or public-sector environment is highly desirable.

Prior experience with NEOGOV modules, including Insight (Applicant Tracking System), Perform, Attract, and Onboard, is highly desirable.

Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements:

A valid California driver's license and the ability to maintain insurability under the City’s vehicle insurance policy.

WHO WE ARE

The City of Moreno Valley prides itself on delivering quality service to our residents and businesses efficiently and effectively through Collaboration, Innovation, Customer Service, and Human-Centric Design. Strategically located in Southern California’s Inland Empire, Moreno Valley is the second-largest city in Riverside County and is close to major hubs such as Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Diego. This spacious, thriving, and diverse City has a population of over 200,000 residents and offers a variety of business opportunities. For additional information regarding the city, please click here.