Human Resources Specialist - Employee & Labor Relations

City of Riverside•Riverside, CA

17h

About The Position

The City of Riverside Human Resources Department is recruiting one Human Resources Specialist vacancy in its Employee & Labor Relations Division. The eligibility list may be used to fill current or upcoming vacancies in this classification for up to six months. Under general supervision, the role performs para-professional human resources work across program areas such as recruitment and selection, classification and compensation, benefits, training, employee and labor relations, and administration, along with related duties as required. The position supports personnel and payroll systems, employee relations matters, recruitment and selection, benefit programs, classification and compensation work, training, and departmental administration. It may also serve as a key point of contact for the Human Resources Department. Selection may include application screening and a combination of written, performance, and oral assessments. Appointment may be subject to a background investigation, drug screen, and/or medical or physical examination.

Requirements

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.
Two years of advanced administrative support experience, preferably in human resources functions; up to one year of additional education may substitute for one year of the required experience.
Must be legally authorized to work permanently in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship, subject to the stated USMCA TN nonimmigrant classification exception.
Submit a completed employment application and supplemental questionnaire at the time of application.

Nice To Haves

Human resources experience working for a public agency.
Advanced-level proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

Participate in maintaining the position control system, process personnel actions, and update Payroll/Human Resources system changes.
Assist in resolving personnel problems by analyzing staff needs, interpreting personnel policies and procedures, and recommending 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 related workshops.
Prepare reports, charts, tables, and graphs.
Assist in preparing recruitment plans, job announcements, and advertising strategies.
Review and evaluate applications and determine applicant eligibility.
Administer and score examinations and certify eligibility lists to operating departments.
Support employee benefit programs by providing forms, information, and counseling.
Accept applications and assist employees and/or beneficiaries with filing claims for life insurance or long-term disability payments.
Coordinate open enrollment and the benefits fair.
Assist in and conduct routine position classification studies and help prepare and revise class specifications.
Participate in and conduct salary and fringe benefit surveys, compile and analyze data, and make recommendations.
Schedule training locations and times; 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 maintaining the Human Resources internal and external internet sites.
Serve as the department’s receptionist and a key point of contact for the Human Resources Department.