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Under the direction of the Human Resources Manager or his/her designee, performs professional and analytical human resources work in the areas of recruitment and selection, training and development, employee relations, classification and compensation, risk management, leave management, benefits administration, and labor relations.
(These examples do not include all the duties which may be assigned)
Knowledge of: Public administration principles and techniques; human resources laws and regulations; public finance principles, operations and administrative practices; excellent computer skills including, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, HR information systems, and enterprise database; and English grammar, spelling and composition. Ability to: Communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing; demonstrate superior analytical, organizational and planning skills; exercise good judgment, courtesy, and tact with staff and the public; assess departmental and community needs, and assist in the development of programs to meet those needs; establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, community groups, and staff; effectively train and supervise subordinates; maintain confidentiality of highly sensitive information, and utilize quality customer service skills and techniques.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
Experience: Three years of increasingly responsible public sector Human Resources experience is required. Education: Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Behavioral Sciences, or related field is required. Master's degree in a related field is desirable.
LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE: Possession of a valid California Class C Driver's License is required.
Appointments are normally made at the first step of the salary range. Consideration and approval for a salary higher than the first step is done on a case-by-case basis.
SELECTION PROCESS: A completed online application and supplemental questionnaire (if applicable) are required to be considered for this position. Resumes are accepted along with the application form but will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Applicants will be screened based on the qualifications for the job as described. Applications evaluated as best matching the needs of the City will continue in the selection process. The selection process may include any or all of the following: oral interview(s), a written or practical examination, a skills test, and an assessment center examination. The selection process may be changed as deemed necessary by the City Human Resources Office. Candidates will be required to pass a City administered pre-employment requirements to include live scan fingerprinting and a medical examination as part of the Selection Process. Candidates who do not pass any portion of the above processes will be disqualified and removed from proceeding in the selection process. The provisions of any job flyer or job application do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. The provisions may be modified or revoked without notice.
The City of La Mirada offers a competitive compensation and benefits package based on the adopted Salary and Benefits Resolution. Appointments are normally made at the first step of a five step salary range. One year of City service is required to advance to the next pay step in the salary range. For detailed salary and benefits information, see current Summary of Salary and Benefits.