Senior Human Resources Technician (Confidential)

Senior Human Resources Technician (Confidential)

Salary

$72,973.00 - $89,748.00 Annually

Location

SCCCD District Office - Fresno, CA

Job Type

Permanent

Job Number

2026041

Division

DO Human Resources

Department

Human Resources

Opening Date

06/15/2026

Closing Date

7/8/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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General Purpose

Under general supervision, leads and performs responsible and complex technical and administrative duties in support of the Districts Human Resources department and its programs; conducts recruitment and selection activities, employee records maintenance and personnel transaction processing focused on either classified or academic employees; conducts research on and participates in the collective bargaining process; and performs related duties as assigned.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.

• Provides input in selecting, training and providing day-to-day lead work guidance and direction to other staff; assigns, schedules and monitors work for completeness, accuracy and conformance with District, department and legal/regulatory requirements and standards; monitors workflow to ensure that mandated deadlines are being met in an optimal manner; provides information, instruction and training on work processes and technical, legal and regulatory requirements.
• Provides input to supervisor on employee work performance and behavior.
• Interprets, explains and applies human resources department services, Board policies, Personnel Commission rules, collective bargaining agreements and federal/state laws and regulations; develops recommendations to improve department processes and procedures; may draft revised administrative regulations for executive approval.
• Leads, coordinates and performs a variety of technical human resources duties involving the new-hire process and personnel transaction processing; provides guidance and information to managers, employees and the public on the Districts recruitment process; prepares and tracks employment contracts for academic managers and faculty.
• Participates in the Districts collective bargaining process by researching and collecting data/information, making recommendations on District proposals and providing input to contract language; maintains official records of bargaining sessions.
• Provides guidance and interpretation on existing collective bargaining agreements for either academic employees or classified and POA employees.
• Assists with and participates in the recruitment and employment process for academic staff, both full- and part-time; reviews and verifies academic recruitment requisitions in the Districts applicant tracking system; ensures Board approval for position recruitment; writes job announcements and oversees advertising placement and expenditures; oversees HR screening of applicant materials and qualifications; assists administrators and selection advisory committees throughout the selection process; participates in job fairs.
• Assists Vice Chancellor with the search process for filling executive positions; interacts with search consultants when directed; works with Public Information office to prepare promotional/advertising materials for the search.
• Processes, tracks and maintains records for leaves of absence for employees; advises management and staff on employee leave rights under FMLA, CFRA, PDL and other state and federal statutes.
• Oversees the Districts position control; provides quality control of position numbers and data entered into HRIS; verifies and authenticates the data input from multiple campuses and ensures compliance with District procedures.
• Provides the payroll department with a variety of position information and status changes necessary to process employees pay; ensures all personnel transactions are processed accurately and timely; may calculate and create new annual employment contracts for academic administrators and full-time faculty.
• Oversees the employee performance evaluation process on behalf of managers and administrators; ensures employees and supervisors are notified of upcoming evaluations; monitors process for completion and ensures maintenance of evaluation files.
• Creates, maintains and updates specialized and custom forms, databases, logs, files, records and reports; designs, develops and maintains spreadsheets and databases requiring data interpretation and manipulation.
• Prepares and conducts staff training sessions and other presentations to a variety of audiences.
• Demonstrates sensitivity to and understanding of historically minoritized groups and participates in professional development activities to increase cultural competency to enhance equity-minded practices within the District.

OTHER DUTIES

• Assists with updating the Human Resources website.
• Performs special project assignments; prepares reports and makes presentations.
• Participates in District-wide committees.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Employment Standards / Minimum Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• Board policies, District human resources policies, rules, administrative regulations, procedures and practices related to the administration of recruitment, selection, hiring and other human resources management activities.
• The California Education Code and other applicable federal, state and local laws/regulations.
• Principles, concepts and techniques used in customer service, public relations and community outreach.
• Modern office practices, procedures and equipment including computers and applicable software programs.
• The Districts HRIS system, practices and procedures for processing applicant information and personnel transactions.
• Operations, services and activities of a community college district.
• The Districts collective bargaining process and labor contract provisions.
• Principles and practices of sound business communication; correct English usage, including spelling, grammar and punctuation.
• Safety policies and safe work practices applicable to the work.

Skills and Abilities to:

• Coordinate and participate in the recruitment and selection process for either academic employees or classified employees and student workers.
• Represent the District and department effectively with other departments, applicants and screening/ interview committees.
• Understand, interpret and explain the application of policies, procedures and plan provisions pertaining to assigned areas of responsibility.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information, records and bargaining positions.
• Monitor, calculate and report salary placement and advancement factors.
• Prepare and maintain accurate and complete files and records.
• Perform specialized data entry rapidly and with a high degree of accuracy.
• Compose clear, concise and comprehensive analyses, correspondence, reports, studies, agreements, presentations and other written materials from brief instructions.
• Establish priorities and work effectively and independently with many demands on time.
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt effective courses of action.
• Track statistical information utilizing complex spreadsheets and databases.
• Effectively engage and support historically minoritized groups by addressing issues of equity and improving culturally responsive service-oriented practices.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Prepare and present periodic training sessions as directed.
• Understand and follow written and oral instructions.
• Operate a computer and use standard business software.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all those encountered in the course of work.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Graduation from high school or GED equivalent, completion of twelve college units in human resources management, and three years of directly related work experience in human resources recruitment/ selection, wage and salary administration, collective bargaining team support and complex HR records management; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Certain assignments may require a California drivers license and the ability to maintain insurability under the Districts vehicle insurance program.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly required to sit; talk or hear, in person and by telephone; use hands repetitively to finger, handle, feel or operate standard office equipment; and reach with hands and arms. Employees are frequently required to walk and stand; and lift up to 25 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Mental Demands

While performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; analyze and solve problems; observe and interpret situations; learn and apply new information or skills; perform highly detailed work; work on multiple, concurrent tasks; work with frequent interruptions; work under intensive deadlines; and interact with District managers, staff, the public and others encountered in the course of work.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Employees work under typical office conditions, and the noise level is usually quiet.

The employee may be required to travel to locations other than assigned work site and to adjust to work schedule changes and requirements to work overtime.

Assessment Process

APPLICATION SUBMISSION

To move forward in the selection process, you must complete an online application through our website at http://www.schooljobs.com/careers/scccd. Please attach to your application a copy of your degree or transcripts (including when degree was awarded) or your application may be considered incomplete. Resumes may also be uploaded but cannot be used in lieu of a completed application.

ONCE YOU HAVE SUBMITTED YOUR APPLICATION YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO MAKE REVISIONS TO YOUR APPLICATION MATERIALS.

When completing the application, please make sure you include ALL current and previous employment in the Work Experience section of the application and complete ALL fields, including the name and contact information for your supervisors. Experience that is included in the resume but not in the Work Experience section of the application may not be considered for the purpose of determining whether you meet the minimum qualifications.

All required documents must be submitted by the applicant. Personnel Commission staff will not upload your documents for you. The State Center Community College District does not accept letters of recommendation for classified positions. Please do not attempt to attach letters of recommendation to your application.

APPLICATION REVIEW AND ASSESSMENTS

The application review process includes an evaluation of training and experience based on given application information and answers to supplemental questionnaire. Only the most qualified applicants, who pass the minimum qualifications review, will be invited to the assessment process.

The assessment process will include a competency assessment (35% weight) and an oral interview assessment (65% weight). Of those achieving a passing score on the competency assessment, only the most qualified candidates will be invited to the oral interview assessment. Passing score is 75% out of 100% on each assessment section.

INITIAL ASSESSMENT TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED AS FOLLOWS:

COMPETENCY ASSESSMENT: JULY 16, 2025

ORAL INTERVIEW ASSESSMENT: JULY 28, 2025

The assessment process / assessment date is subject to change as needs dictate. All communication regarding this process will be delivered via email to the address listed on your application.

ELIGIBILITY LIST

Only the most qualified applicants who achieve a passing score on the assessment will advance to the next phase of the recruitment process. Candidates who pass all components of the assessments will be placed in rank order on a Districtwide Open-Competitive List. Using the same process, a separate Districtwide Promotional List will be established and both Lists will be used concurrently. Unless otherwise indicated, the eligibility list will be used to fill current vacancies in this classification for at least six (6) months. The vacancy is at the District Office.

PASSING THE ASSESSMENTS AND BEING PLACED ON THE ELIGIBILITY LIST DOES NOT GUARANTEE AN OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT.

VERIFICATIONS OF EMPLOYMENT WILL BE COLLECTED IF AN OFFER IS MADE.

ACCOMMODATIONS

Individuals with disabilities requiring reasonable accommodation in the selection process must inform the State Center Community College District Personnel Commission Department in writing no later than the filing date stated on the announcement. Those applicants needing such accommodations should document this request including an explanation as to the type and extent of accommodation needed to participate in the selection process.

SCCCD is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering innovation and inclusivity. We respond proactively to the diverse needs of the community and welcome individuals excited to join our District's purpose to support student success both locally and globally. United, we the faculty, classified professionals and administrators pledge to treat all applicants and employees fairly and equitably.

Full-time permanent positions provide an attractive benefit package which includes health, dental and vision coverage for the employee and eligible dependents, as well as life insurance and disability coverage for employees. Part-time positions are paid hourly, with limited benefits. For a detailed list of benefits, visit our benefits page.

01

To be properly and promptly notified of the status of my application, I understand that I must provide on my application, the following information:

• Working E-mail address
• Telephone Number

I understand that I must provide a working email address on my application where I will receive notifications regarding the status of my application and the selection process.

I understand that important information regarding the status of my application and the selection process will only be sent via E-MAIL to the email address I provided.

I understand that it is my responsibility to ensure that the email address I provided is a working email and that I will check my email regularly to ensure I receive any communication as it relates to this application promptly.

I understand that the State Center Community College District Personnel Commission Department is not responsible for any lost or redirected emails and that it is my responsibility to add info@schooljobs.com to my email contact list to avoid email notifications related to this application from being classified as "spam" or "junk" mail.

I have read these statements to their fullest and will provide a working e-mail address on my application in order to receive status of my application.

• Yes
• No

02

I understand that I am required to describe, in detail, my appropriate qualifying experience in the Work Experience Section of my application.

I understand that I must indicate my appropriate job classification in my work history and not any working title that I believe is designated to me.

I understand that if I attach a resume and/or cover letter in lieu of completing any portion of the application, my application is incomplete and will not be considered for this examination, and my application will not be further processed.

I have read these statements to their entirety and understand them completely and to their fullest.

• Yes
• No

03

(MQ) Please select the level of education you possess in a related field: Please attach a copy of your degree or transcripts showing when degree was awarded or your application may be deemed incomplete.

• Formal or informal education equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade OR no related degree
• Associates degree
• Bachelors degree or higher

04

(MQ) Have you completed twelve (12) college units in human resources management? Please attach copies of your transcript(s) or your application may be deemed incomplete.

• Yes
• No

05

(MQ) Please select the level of directly related work experience you possess in human resources recruitment/selection, wage and salary administration, collective bargaining team support, and complex HR records management:

• Less than one (1) year of experience
• One (1) to less than three (3) years experience
• Three (3) to less than four (4) years experience
• Four (4) or more years experience

06

(MQ) Please describe your directly related work experience in human resources recruitment/ selection. Also, include the name of the employer and the position title you held: This information will need to be identifiable in the work history section of your application or your application may be rejected

07

(MQ) Please describe your directly related work experience in wage and salary administration. Also, include the name of the employer and the position title you held: This information will need to be identifiable in the work history section of your application or your application may be rejected

08

(MQ) Please describe your directly related work experience in collective bargaining team support. Also, include the name of the employer and the position title you held: This information will need to be identifiable in the work history section of your application or your application may be rejected

09

(MQ) Please describe your directly related work experience in complex HR records management. Also, include the name of the employer and the position title you held: This information will need to be identifiable in the work history section of your application or your application may be rejected

10

(MR) Certain assignments may require a California drivers license and the ability to maintain insurability under the Districts vehicle insurance program. Do you possess a valid drivers license?

• Yes
• No

11

I have read the above questions carefully and answered each one accurately. I understand that if I do not provide correct information that my application will be disqualified and will not receive further consideration.

I understand that if I submit more than one application, my newest application will be considered and all others will be considered duplicates and will not be reviewed.

Note: You should include on your application any information you wish to be considered as you will be unable to add or change your information after submission.

I have read the above statements carefully and understand them to their fullest.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer State Center Community College District

Address Personnel Commission Office

1171 Fulton Street, Fresno, CA 93721

Fresno, California, 93704

Phone 559-243-7100

Website http://www.scccd.edu/career-opportunities/index.html