INTERNAL RECRUITMENT: Administrative Analyst I

Ojairec; Ojai (CA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Ojai seeks an Administrative Analyst I in the City Manager's Office, focusing on HR operations. You will support recruitment, employee benefits, personnel records, and workplace communications within an internal candidate-friendly path.

Prior HR experience is not required; we value problem-solving, discretion, and a proactive desire to learn employment laws and HR software while handling confidential files and policy compliance.

Qualifications

• Integrity & discretion: handle sensitive employee records and maintain confidentiality.
• Customer service: strong written and verbal communication to support employees.
• Adaptability & curiosity: learn employment laws, HR software, and City policies while managing shifting priorities.

Responsibilities

• Recruitment & onboarding: coordinate postings, screen applications, and interview panels.
• Employee services: answer questions on benefits and city policies.
• Records & compliance: maintain confidential personnel files and track labor law compliance.
• Risk support: assist with safety updates, injury reporting, and risk tracking.

Skills

Recruitment

Onboarding

HR software

Job description

CITY OF OJAI

ADMINISTRATIVE ANALYST I

Compensation: $41.70 - $50.69 per hour

This Internal Recruitment is open to current City of Ojai employees only.

The City of Ojai is pleased to announce a new opportunity within the City Manager's Office for the position of Administrative Analyst I focused on Human Resources operations. This role will support recruitment, employee benefits, personnel records, and workplace communications. Prior HR experience is not required - we are seeking a motivated internal employee with strong problem-solving skills, discrete judgment, and a desire to learn.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Recruitment & Onboarding: Help coordinate job postings, application screening, and interview panels.
• Employee Services: Answer employee questions on benefits, City policies, and procedures.
• Records & Compliance: Maintain confidential personnel files, assist with surveys and studies, and track compliance with relevant labor laws.
• Risk Support: Provide assistance with employee safety updates, injury reporting, and risk management tracking as needed.

IDEAL CANDIDATE ATTRIBUTES

• Integrity & Discretion: Ability to handle sensitive employee records and maintain absolute confidentiality.
• Customer Service: Strong written and verbal communication skills to support City employees with patience and clarity.
• Adaptability & Curiosity: A proactive drive to learn employment laws, HR software, and City policies while managing shifting daily priorities.