Human Resources Assistant (BC)

Human Resources Assistant (BC)

Salary

$4,895.85 - $6,917.70 Monthly

Location

Bakersfield College -- Panorama Campus, CA

Job Type

Classified

Job Number

FY26-2700060

College

District Office

Department

Human Resources

Opening Date

09/18/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

Assured Consideration Date

10/01/2026

Internal Posting Information

None

• Description
• Benefits

Below is our job description for this position. Please also review the Important Instructions & Additional Information section below, which contains valuable information about our application process.

Basic Function

Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, perform responsible personnel and clerical duties in the areas of recruitment, examination, placement and maintenance of personnel records and files, and the preparation of related reports; provide information and assistance in person and on the telephone to College personnel, staff and the public regarding personnel matters.

Representative Duties

Perform a variety of personnel and clerical duties related to the recruitment, examination, selection and processing of classified or academic personnel as assigned.

Provide information and assistance in person or on the telephone to College personnel, staff and the public regarding a variety of personnel matters, such as job availability, personnel regulations, policies and procedures.

Receive and process information for personnel requisitions; prepare and distribute job announcements; place local and regional newspaper advertisements; prepare purchase orders for advertising and supply accounts.

Prepare, type, update, monitor and maintain a variety of forms, reports, bulletins, records, schedules, lists, reference manuals and files according to established procedures; verify and post information as necessary to assure completeness and accuracy.

Prepare, distribute, receive, record and maintain files of job applications, transcripts and other information; screen for completeness, file, or refer to appropriate department for selection process.

Prepare and submit Board approval agenda items and pay authorization sheets; determine appropriate rate of pay according to established guidelines and procedures; audit and distribute paychecks; accumulate time sheets for payroll preparation; input correct pay codes, hours and other information into an assigned database.

Process workers' compensation claims of injuries/illnesses for district office employees; coordinate workers' compensation services with SISC claims representatives; monitor employee utilization of workers' compensation leave benefits and coordinate compensated leave with the payroll office.

Perform duties related to the examination of applicants as required; assemble and organize written examination materials; administer, correct and score written exams; notify final candidates.

Schedule and arrange interviews; gather, type and distribute interview candidate and selection committee packets; schedule panel members; communicate with applicants interview requirements and arrange for equipment for applicants as needed; direct candidates to appropriate interview site.

Distribute and process a variety of forms for employee status changes including new employment, promotions, temporary reclassifications, retirement, resignation and leave of absence; process paperwork related to workers' compensation.

Conduct new employee orientation and provide information related to District policies, procedures and other information as needed; explain medical, dental, vision, life and other benefits available; assist with the completion of enrollment forms as needed.

Order and maintain office supply inventories.

Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information regarding collective bargaining agreements and other sensitive information.

Attend a variety of meetings and participate on assigned committees as directed.

Perform related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination equivalent to:

Associate degree and two years increasing responsible general clerical experience involving public contact.

Knowledge & Abilities

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Modern Human Resource office functions, practices and procedures.

General payroll practices and procedures.

Record-keeping techniques.

Operation of a computer terminal.

Oral and written communication skills.

Telephone techniques and etiquette.

Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary. Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.

Basic arithmetic.

ABILITY TO:

Perform responsible personnel and clerical duties in the areas of recruitment, examination, placement and maintenance of personnel records and files and the preparation of related reports.

Maintain the security of confidential materials.

Learn and apply personnel rules and related procedures.

Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Maintain records and prepare reports.

Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.

Meet schedules and time lines.

Understand and follow oral and written instructions.

SALARY RANGE

$ 4,895.85 - $ 6,917.70 monthly

Maximum Entry Level Salary: $5,143.70 monthly

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS

First Review of Applications: Complete application packets will be accepted until the position is filled; but those received by October 1st, 2026, are assured consideration. The College reserves the right to extend time limits or reinitiate the recruitment/selection process at any point.

Completed application packet MUST include:

• Completed Online Application for Employment form

• Current resume

• Letter of interest (Cover Letter)

• Copy of legible transcripts

• List of five (5) professional references - Listed on application form

It is the applicants responsibility to redact (or remove) any personal information from all documents prior to uploading. This includes Social Security Numbers, Date of Birth, and any photos of the applicant.

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 on-line application.

Applicants who require reasonable accommodation to participate in the selection process should contact Human Resources to make the necessary arrangements. EEO Plan 2021-2024

Note: The District is strongly committed to achieving staff diversity and the principles of equal employment opportunity. The District encourages a diverse pool of applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race or ethnicity, color, medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, or because he/she is perceived to have one or more of the foregoing characteristics, or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law, in any of its policies, procedures or practices. Discrimination Free Work Environment

The District does not provide sponsorship for authorization to work in the United States. Work authorization should be established at the time of application submission.

Important Instructions & Additional Information

Complete applications received by the "assured consideration date" above are guaranteed to be reviewed by Human Resources. If you apply after this date, there is no guarantee that your application will be reviewed. However, we still recommend that you apply because recruitments remain open until filled. The District and/or College reserves the right to extend time limits and/or repost or restart recruitments at any point.

For all positions, sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, shall be considered a core system competency and job requirement. (5 CCR § 53022)

Equivalency for Minimum Qualifications

Applicants for faculty and educational administrator positions in California Community Colleges are required to meet certain minimum qualifications as provided by the California Community Colleges Chancellors Office and detailed in the Minimum Qualifications for Faculty and Administrators in California Community Colleges handbook. If you do not meet these minimum qualifications, you may still be eligible by completing the KernCCD Application for Equivalence process. Please see our Faculty Equivalency Process website for more information.

International or Foreign Degrees

Applicants with international or 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.

Accommodations

Applicants who require reasonable accommodation to participate in the selection process should contact Human Resources to make the necessary arrangements. (For more information, see our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Equal Employment Opportunities website.)

Discrimination Free Work Environment

Discrimination based on race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation of any person, military and veteran status, or the perception that a person has one or more of these characteristics is illegal and violates Kern Community College District policy.

The Kern CCD Equal Employment Opportunity Plan guides the development, implementation, and monitoring of the Districts efforts to foster equal employment opportunities and workplace diversity.

See our Discrimination-Free Work Environment webpage for more information.

Work Authorization

Kern Community College District does not provide sponsorship for authorization to work in the United States. Work authorization should be established at the time of application submission.

E-Verify

The Kern Community College District participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's E-Verify program to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, please visit e-verify.gov.

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Benefits

Faculty Minimum Qualifications/Equivalency Process

Full-time permanent employees (20+ hours per month) are eligible for health benefits:

• Health

• Dental

• Vision

• Life Insurance

• Long-term Disability

In addition to the above benefits, the District also offers a robust voluntary benefits selection:

• Flex 125

• Additional products and services through American Fidelity

• Supplemental Voluntary Life Insurance

• Tax Shelter Annuities

The District participates in CalPERS Retirement System and Social Security benefits for Classified and Management employees. Employees covered under the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), are vested 100% after five years of full-time service credit.

The District participates in the State Teachers Retirement System (STRS) for faculty. Employees covered under the State Teachers Retirement System (STRS), are vested 100% after five years of full-time service credit.

All coverages begin on the first of the following month after the hire date.

The following classifications are eligible for the Affordable Care Act (ACA) health benefits at the employee expense offered through SISC:

• Permanent Employees (19 hours or less)
• Adjuncts
• Temporary Hourly
• Professional Experts

For additional information, please visit our Kern Community College District Benefits webpage.

Employer Kern Community College District

Address 2100 Chester Ave

Bakersfield, California, 93301

Phone 6613365141

Website https://www.kccd.edu/human-resources/index.html