Human Resources Technician

San Diego Community College District; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Vacation days

Sick leave

Holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Educational incentive

CalPERS retirement

Job summary

San Diego Community College District in District Office is seeking a Human Resources Technician to support employment processes, records, onboarding, and HR operations. The role emphasizes accurate, respectful service to diverse individuals and requires handling confidential information with discretion.

The position is full-time, non-exempt, with standard hours, competitive benefits, and opportunities for professional development under the AFT - Classified Professionals agreement.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of HR practices, employment processes, recruitment, onboarding, personnel records, or related administrative functions.
• Ability to provide accurate, respectful service while working with diverse individuals and protecting confidential information.

Skills

HR practices

Recruitment

Onboarding

Confidential information handling

Job description

Human Resources Technician

Posting Details

• Closing Date: 10/01/2026
• Open Until Filled: No
• Classification Title: Human Resources Technician
• Working Title:
• Recruitment Limits:
• Location: District
• Pay Information: Range 23 ($5,448.21 – $6,814.00) per month based on the current AFT Classified Professionals – Salary Schedule. New employees will begin on Step F ($5,448.21). Salary negotiation is not allowed. Promoted or transferred employees will be placed as specified in the CBA. This position is FLSA Non-exempt (may accrue overtime). Excellent benefits are provided to all Contract employees with assignments greater than, or equal to, 50% (0.50 FTE) and all eligible dependents. A temporary probationary period will apply to the employee entering this assignment. The SDCCD Employee Relations webpage provides a link to employee collective bargaining agreements/handbooks which provide more information about terms and conditions of employment, compensation and benefits.
• Position Equivalent FTE: 1.0
• No. Months: 12 Months
• Position Number: 006905
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (accrues overtime)
• Position Type: Classified
• Bargaining Unit: AFT - Classified Professionals
• Range: 23
• Department: People, Culture, & Tech Services
• The Position: Applications are currently being accepted for Human Resources Technician in the People, Culture, and Technology Services, located at District Office. Hours are Monday – Friday 8:00am-5:00pm. Selected candidate must be willing to adjust work days/hours based on the department’s needs. Please note that an employee may be transferred to any site at the option of the Chancellor.
• Classification Description: Click for description: https://www.sdccd.edu/docs/humanresources/classification/descriptions/Office%20Technical/Human%20Resources%20Technician.pdf
• Desired Qualifications: Knowledge of or experience with Human Resources practices, employment processes, recruitment, onboarding, personnel records, or related administrative functions. Ability to provide accurate, respectful, and compassionate service while working with individuals who have different backgrounds, abilities, communication styles, and ways of processing information. Demonstrated awareness of accessibility, neurodiversity, and inclusion, including the ability to recognize and reduce barriers within employment processes, communications, forms, systems, and services. Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to manage competing priorities, maintain accuracy, protect confidential information, and identify appropriate next steps. Ability to communicate complex information in clear, accessible language and adapt communication or support based on individual needs without making assumptions about how someone should communicate, learn, or work. Ability to learn new technology and processes, collaborate with others, adapt to changing priorities, and contribute to continuous improvement of Human Resources services and practices.
• Foreign Degree: Applicants with foreign degrees from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have their coursework evaluated by a professional association that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Academic Credentials Evaluation Institute, INC. (ACEI). A copy of the evaluation must be submitted with your online application. NACES Link: https://naces.org/ ACEI Link: https://acei-global.org/evaluation-services/
• Commitment to Diversity: All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and classified professionals. Click for the EEO / Diversity / Nondiscrimination – Policies and Procedures: https://www.sdccd.edu/departments/human-resources/eeo-diversity/policies-and-procedures.aspx
• We are dedicated to maintaining the confidentiality of all inquiries, nominations, and applications in the strictest confidence, and we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
• Conditions of Employment: SELECTED CANDIDATE IS REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING PRIOR TO EMPLOYMENT: Submit "official" college transcripts as stated on application (even if a degree is not a requirement for this position); Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial appointment (Note: The certificate must be renewed every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment); Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer at the District’s expense (Clearance must be received prior to first day of employment); Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States as required by the I9 Employment Eligibility Verification form; AND, Attend a new hire processing appointment in People, Culture, and Technology Services located at the District Administrative Offices.
• EMPLOYMENT AFTER RETIREMENT: If you accept a contract (permanent) position with SDCCD and are a retired annuitant with CalPERS or CalSTRS, you must reinstate from your retirement system. Please reference the CalPERS or CalSTRS website for further information. CalPERS Link: https://www.calpers.ca.gov/retirees/working-after-retirement/reinstatement-from-retirement CalSTRS Link: https://www.calstrs.com/retirement-after-reinstatement-enhancements-faq
• Additional Information: EMPLOYEE BENEFITS SDCCD provides a comprehensive fringe benefit package for its full-time classified employees. The District contributes toward the cost of the premium (including dependent coverage) for the medical insurance plan options. Additional benefits include dental, vision, sick leave, vacation and opportunities for professional development. Contract employees become members of the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS) upon appointment.
  • Medical, dental, and vision plans are 100% employer paid for you and all dependents
  • $50,000 group term life insurance
  • 12 vacation days, 12 sick days, 16 holidays, and winter recess paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Educational incentive program (for salary advancement)
  • CalPERS employer contribution rate of 27.05%
• Posting Number: CL01943

Supplemental Questions

1. I understand that a COMPLETE application packet is required for consideration, which includes the following: 1) All required documents as listed in the special instructions 2) Responses to supplemental questions (clear and detailed responses are required as they will be carefully evaluated to determine the most qualified candidate(s) to be invited for an interview; please do not paste your resume, or put "see resume", or "N/A" or leave blank).
   • Yes
   • No
2. I understand that my responses to the application supplemental questions are heavily weighted during the application screening and evaluation process, and responses such as "N/A", "see resume", or no responses will result in deduction of points to my application.
   • Yes
   • No
3. We believe that the application and interview process should be a reflection of your skills, insights, and experiences, and we are looking to understand your unique qualifications for the role. I understand that responses ENTIRELY generated by Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools can result in disqualification from the application process.
   • Yes
   • No
4. Describe a time when you supported an employee, applicant, student worker, or member of the public who needed information or assistance with a Human Resources process. How did you identify and respond to their accessibility needs while maintaining accuracy, confidentiality, and applicable policies or procedures?
   (Open Ended Question)
5. Human Resources professionals interact with people who may process information, communicate, or learn in different ways. Describe a time when you adjusted your communication or approach to help someone better understand a complex process, policy, form, system, or requirement. What did you do, and what was the outcome?
   (Open Ended Question)
6. Describe a time when you identified a process, practice, communication, or procedure that could unintentionally create a barrier for someone. How did you recognize the concern, what action did you take, and what was the result?
   (Open Ended Question)
7. Human Resources staff may work with individuals experiencing stressful or sensitive employment situations. Describe a time when you had to explain or apply a policy, rule, procedure, or requirement that was difficult for someone to understand or accept. How did you demonstrate compassion while remaining consistent, fair, and compliant with the applicable requirements?
   (Open Ended Question)
8. Describe a time when you improved or recommended a change to a process, system, form, communication, or procedure to make it clearer, more accessible, or more inclusive. How did you evaluate the need for the change, who did you consider when developing the solution, and how did you determine whether the change was effective?
   (Open Ended Question)
9. The San Diego Community College District has a very diverse student, faculty and classified professional population with respect to academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation and ethnic backgrounds. Describe your professional development, community involvement, and professional experience working with these diverse groups.
   (Open Ended Question)

Required & Optional Documents

Required Documents

1. Résumé

Optional Documents

San Diego Community College District – People, Culture, and Technology (HR) Division
3375 Camino del Rio South, Suite, San Diego, CA 92108-3883
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