Description THE COUNTY OF EL DORADO The County of El Dorado is committed to promoting the power of public service by fostering a diverse and collaborative workplace where employees are empowered, respected and valued. The dedicated efforts taken by the Board of Supervisors continues to promote El Dorado County as a competitive employer that is committed to recruiting and retaining qualified employees by advocating for competitive salaries and excellent benefits. The County of El Dorado is also supportive of providing telework opportunities for employees consistent with business needs and in accordance with Board of Supervisors Policy E-12 - Telecommuting.
HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT The
County of El Dorado,
Human Resources Department is a dynamic organization dedicated to promoting the power of public service by fostering a positive, productive, and collaborative workplace where all employees are qualified, empowered, respected, and valued. The Human Resources Department is working every day to make the County of El Dorado the employer of choice, where employees will want to come and stay.
THE OPPORTUNITY The selected candidate will enhance their Human Resources skills by performing various paraprofessional administrative duties. They’ll also have the chance to develop procedural, program, and compliance knowledge while assisting the Employee and Labor Relations, and Benefits Services Units staff. Join our Human Resources team in building collaborative relationships with County departments to achieve our strategic goals and promote the impact of public service.
The selected candidate will have the opportunity to: - Perform a variety of responsible paraprofessional, technical, and administrative human resources support duties requiring the application of procedural, program, and compliance knowledge.
- Assist with orienting employees on County benefits; provide instruction on enrollment forms, review forms for accuracy and completeness, and answer employee questions; process enrollment information; assist in the development of benefits-related communication material.
- Maintain the employee benefit database; review entries for accuracy and correctness; input new hire information and retiree information into the database for reporting requirements and payroll processing.
- Perform difficult, complex, technical, and/or specialized office support work which may require the use of independent judgment, the application of technical skills, and knowledge of detailed or specialized activities related to the human resource function.
- Provide information and general assistance to County staff and the public regarding personnel rules, policies, and procedures.
- Prepare and maintain a variety of files, logs, spreadsheets, and records
- Track and monitor employee benefits while employees are on disability leaves such as FMLA, CFRA, workers’ compensation, SDI, PFL, long-term disability, and disability retirement.
For a full description of duties and responsibilities please review the job description
here. THE IDEAL CANDIDATE The Human Resources Department is looking for a self-starter who has exceptional customer service skills with a high degree of diplomacy and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. They will embrace Human Resource's emphasis on customer service and have a proven track record that demonstrates initiative, technical skills, attention to detail, and teamwork while having a considerable workload. We are looking for candidates who are motivated to learn a variety of human resources functions and procedures and demonstrate flexibility in responding to changing needs and priorities with a proactive attitude.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience: Any combination of the required experience, education, and training that would provide the essential knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying.
Equivalent to graduation from high school, supplemented by 24 semester units of college-level coursework in human resources management, business administration, public administration, industrial/organizational psychology, or a closely related field;
AND
Two years of full-time experience performing varied and complex clerical work related to human resources, including explaining policies, performing data entry, and processing forms and records.
Additional Requirements:
Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain, a valid California or Nevada Driver’s License and a satisfactory driving record.
Click here to view the minimum qualifications for a Human Resources Technician as well as the physical, environmental, and working conditions.
SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION Apply online by clicking on the 'Apply' link at the top of this announcement. When your online application and responses to the required supplemental questions are complete, click 'Accept'.
If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, contact Britton Daniels in Human Resources at britton.daniels@edcgov.us.
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here to get tips for applying with the County.
RECRUITMENT PROCESS The Department of Human Resources will screen all applications to identify qualified candidates. After the screening, qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the recruitment process.
Training and Experience Review : A training and experience evaluation will be utilized to determine an applicant's ability to continue in the recruitment process ranking for referral to specific vacancies. Based upon the information in the application and/or responses to supplemental questions, the applicant's education, training and experience will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula.
Supplemental questions play an integral role in this recruitment process. Please take the time to provide thoughtful and thorough responses. The information you provide may be used to determine your ranking for referral to specific vacancies. All work experience that is described or included in your response(s) MUST be included in the "Work Experience" section of your application. Do not refer to a resume or other documentation.
For more information on the recruitment process,
click here.Based on the hiring department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION The County of El Dorado is recruiting applicants for Human Resources Technician. This recruitment will establish a list for the purpose of filling current and future full time, part time, limited term and extra help vacancies for at least three (3) months. In accordance with Personnel Rules 1103.1 and 1105.1, an extra help or limited term employee may be transitioned into a regular employee if the department in which the employee works has a vacant allocated position for the same classification as held by the extra help or limited term employee and the appointing authority requests such transfer.
If you are interested in the position of Human Resources Technician within any County department, please submit your application.
We currently have the following vacancies: - One (1) extra help vacancy in the Human Resources Department, Employee & Labor Relations, and Benefits Services Units located in Placerville, CA. Extra help vacancies are made to maintain adequate coverage of work for short periods of time at frequent intervals, where employment is of a recurrent nature depending on the needs of the Agency; work may be seasonal, on-call, and/or for a limited duration. Extra help employees are not considered regular employees and, therefore do not attain civil service status, and do not receive benefits or paid leaves; however, they do accrue sick leave consistent with the law.
The Employee & Labor Relations Unit promotes a high-quality workforce and collaborative relationships between employees, management, and employee organizations. The Unit provides guidance, training, and recommendations on managing performance; conducts workplace investigations and facilitates employment complaint resolution; interprets Memoranda of Understanding and policy provisions; oversees labor meet and confer and collective bargaining under the Meyers-Milias-Brown Act; and provides County representation and specialized personnel services in employment and labor relation matters. The Employee Benefits Unit manages employee health and ancillary benefits programs including active and retiree medical, dental, vision, Employee Assistance Programs, and Life Insurance/LTD plans through a third-party benefits administrator.
This extra help position is anticipated to end on, or about 08/09/2024. Depending on the department's needs, this position's end date may or may not be extended. Click here for Frequently Asked Questions.
The County of El Dorado is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
As required by Internal Revenue Service Publication 1075, individuals in positions that have access to Federal Tax Information (FTI), will be subject to a background investigation and a criminal history check. In addition, individuals hired into positions that have access to FTI will be re-investigated at least once every ten (10) years.
Many job classifications require pre-employment medical screening. Depending on the job classification, medical screening may include drug testing; a positive test may result in the revocation of an employment offer.
Not just rustic mining towns and historic sites - Today El Dorado County is a year-round vacation destination overflowing with outdoor adventure, inviting agritourism locations, enriching family activities, and a proud Gold Rush history.
Escape the traffic and smog because El Dorado County is just:
- 40 miles from Downtown Sacramento
- 50 miles from Sacramento Airport
- 129 miles to San Francisco
Here are a few of the many activities and events available throughout El Dorado County:
- Hiking, Camping, Fishing, Boating, and Watersports
- Skiing and Snowboarding
- Live Music and Music Festivals
- Local Craft Breweries and Wineries
- El Dorado County Fair
- Placerville Speedway
- Farm to Fork Restaurants
- Local Shopping Gems
Employees who are buying a home in El Dorado County may qualify for down payment assistance. Click
here for more information.
CHECK OUT OUR VIDEO TO LEARN MORE!The County of El Dorado is committed to providing a comprehensive, flexible benefits program to meet your needs!
For your Health and Well-Being: - Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Flexible Spending Accounts - FSA & HSA
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Basic Life Insurance
- Long Term Disability (LTD)
- Discounts on gym memberships
For your Financial Future: - CalPERSRetirement
- Deferred Compensation (457) Plans
- Optional Life Insurance
For your Work/Life Balance: - Paid Holidays
- Floating Holidays
- Vacation and sick leave accruals
To learn more about the benefits offered by the County of El Dorado please visit our website located here. Extra help employees are not considered regular employees, therefore do not attain civil service status, and do not receive benefits or paid leaves; however, they do accrue sick leave consistent with the law.
Closing Date/Time: 6/27/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
