Human Resources Assistant (Entry/Journey) DOQ

Help us foster an environment where a well-qualified and trained workforce succeeds.

The County of Solano recognizes that our employees are our biggest asset. We work collaboratively to solve problems and introduce creative solutions. If you are a creative team player with a broad human resources background and interest in a generalist position, we invite you to apply for this opportunity.

The mission of the Human Resources Department is to be a strategic partner who provides our customers with high quality services and fosters an environment where a well-qualified and trained workforce succeeds.

Click here to learn about the Human Resources Department

THE POSITION

The current vacancy is assigned to support the Human Resources Benefits team and can be filled at either the entry or journey level. The eligible lists established from this recruitment will be used to fill part-time and full-time regular, limited-term or extra-help positions as vacancies occur or the need arises.

The Human Resources Assistant (Entry/Journey) learns and performs complex technical and clerical work requiring considerable initiative, judgment and specialized knowledge of Civil Service Rules, Memoranda of Understanding, Benefits Provider Plan Agreements, leave laws and related personnel transactions.

Incumbents are responsible for the technical knowledge, procedures and standard practices related to personnel transactions, employee benefits transactions, recruitment and selection, training, employee relations, risk management programs and other Human Resources areas.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate will possess the following characteristics:

• Ability to multi-task
• Detail oriented
• Customer service focused
• Technologically savvy
• Team player

To view the job descriptions for this position, please visit the following links:

Human Resources Assistant (Entry)

Human Resources Assistant (Journey)

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Human Resources Assistant (Entry) ($26.60-$32.66 per hour; plus 3% COLA effective 10/27/2024):
Experience: Six (6) months of clerical or technical level personnel experience.

Human Resources Assistant (Journey) ($31.02-$37.80 per hour; plus 3% COLA effective 10/27/2024):
Experience:One (1) year of experience as a Human Resources Assistant (Entry) or equivalent, preferably within the public sector.
LICENSING, CERTIFICATION AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Typing certificate with a net typing speed of forty (40) words per minute. Please see "Document Submittal Requirements" section below for more information.

Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Class C California driver's license may be required.

SELECTION PROCESS

10/25/2024 - Deadline to submit application and required documents.
TBD - Tentative Date for online skills exam
TBD - Tentative date for written exam

Based on the information provided in the application documents, the qualified applicants may be invited for further examination and will either be pre-scheduled by the Department of Human Resources or be invited to self-schedule. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination . Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of an initial application screening, a mandatory information meeting, a supplemental questionnaire assessment, a written and/or practical exam, an oral board exam, or any combination listed. Responses to supplemental questions may be used as screening and testing mechanisms and will be used to assess an applicant’s ability to advance in the process; as such, responses to supplemental questions should be treated as test examination responses. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

A minimum score of 70% is required to continue in the selection process, unless otherwise announced.

All potential new hires and employees considered for promotion to management, confidential positions or unrepresented positions will be subject to a background and reference check after contingent job offer is accepted. These provisions are subject to change.

RETIREES - Solano County invites all qualified candidates to apply for positions; however pursuant to Government Code Section 21221(h) and 21224, hiring restrictions may apply to California Public Sector Pension Plan Retirees.

DOCUMENT SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS

In addition to uploading attachments when applying online, candidates may submit documents by fax to (707) 784-3424, or by email to recruitment@solanocounty.com . Be sure to include the recruitment title (Human Resources Assistant (Entry/Journey) and the recruitment number (24-49305C-01) in your email or fax.

Typing Certificate Requirements: Applicants may submit a typing certificate. If you choose to submit a typing certificate, the typing certificate must contain a minimum NET speed of (40) words per minute. It must be a timed 3-5 minute test, include the gross number of words typed per minute, and the number of errors. It must be from an accredited school or a qualified agency with an examiner's signature. Certificates obtained through the internet (online) will not be accepted.

Applicants that have participated in prior Solano County skills testing must contact recruitment@solanocounty.com by the final filing deadline to request their prior results be applied to this recruitment - this will not be done automatically.

HOW TO APPLY
Applications must be submitted through the NeoGov system. Paper copies of applications are not accepted. All additional application materials as requested in the job announcement (e.g.: degree/transcripts, certificates, licenses, DD-214, ADA Accommodation Request, etc.) must be submitted by the date indicated above. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of completing the application. You will be evaluated based on the information provided on the application. Please ensure any experience you believe qualifies you for the job is reflected in your application’s employment history. When completing employment details and/or responding to supplemental questions, do not write “see resume,” as resumes will not be reviewed and this will be considered an incomplete application.

Previously submitted application materials (i.e. copies of diploma and/or transcripts, etc.) for prior recruitments will not be applied for this recruitment but must be re-submitted for this recruitment.

Any further questions can be directed to the Department of Human Resources at (707) 784-6170, business hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. EOE/AA

Please note that all dates/times listed in the job announcement are Pacific Time.

We offer a benefits package to employees which includes health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

To learn more, view our benefits summary .

Closing Date/Time: 10/25/2024 5:00 PM Pacific

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