Human Resources Technician

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

• Research, compile, and summarize data to support human resources programs and functions; perform standard analyses.
• Obtain and review necessary forms from employees; monitor and follow up to obtain documentation to ensure timely processing or to meet legal and procedural requirements; review and audit employee files to ensure proper disposition and processing; purge files according to policies and procedures.
• Complete forms and enter data into a variety of human resources related systems and databases; review data to ensure completeness and accuracy; research records to calculate and verify seniority and other employment status issues.
• Respond to questions from managers, supervisors, employees, and applicants regarding procedures; explain policies and procedures regarding recruitments, benefits, promotions, demotions, transfers, pay administration, examinations, employee status, and other human resources related information; refer questions requiring more in-depth contract or policy interpretation to appropriate staff.
• Assist in drafting job announcements, recruitment and examination plans, supplemental application questions, and special application procedures; screen applications for minimum qualifications; assist with grading applications and scoring examinations; verify reference and background information.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

LEVEL AND TYPE OF WORK AND/OR SUPERVISION:

Human Resources Technician

• Journey level
• Paraprofessional
• Perform the full range of duties, working independently, applying well-developed subject knowledge, and exercising judgment and initiative.
• Receive occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise.
• Fully aware of the operating procedures and policies within the work unit.
• Work is reviewed based on compliance, appropriateness, and effectiveness in meeting goals and deadlines.
• Receive general supervision from manager or staff.
• May exercise functional and technical supervision over staff.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS GUIDELINES:

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. Requirements are determined at the time of recruitment based on responsibilities of the individual position and business needs of the department.

Human Resources Technician

Training and experience for journey level, paraprofessional classifications are typically equivalent to an associate's degree and one (1) to four (4) years of experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position. (Equivalency 3-6 years of qualifying training and/or experience).

Depending upon assignment, candidates may be required to pass a criminal background check, have a valid driver license, and/or additional training, licenses, or certificates.