Part Time Personnel Specialist - Community Services

The City of Anaheim Community Services Department is seeking a highly organized and detail orientated Part Time Personnel Specialist to perform complex specialized employment and recruitment duties. In addition, perform front desk duties, including greeting customers, answering telephones, etc. An ideal candidate will have experience with applicant tracking systems (NEOGOV, etc.) and familiarity with various Human Resources Information Systems (AMS, IFAS, etc.). This position is responsible for conducting part time recruitments for the Community Service Department delegated positions. The mission of the Community Services Department is to enrich the lives of individuals, families, and the community through services, facilities, and programs in Anaheim. This is a part-time position usually averaging 30 hours per week (Monday-Friday). A minimum number of hours is not guaranteed. The following functions are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed functions and/or may be required to perform additional or different functions from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices. On a bi-monthly basis, tracks yearly work hours and merit hours for all part-time employees. Through the use of a computer terminal and associated word processing software, prepare all recruitment job flyers, interview rate sheets, and questions for the delegated employment activities; ensure all applicable State, Federal laws and city policies are in compliance. Maintain up-to-date mailing lists for job bulletins. Maintain accurate and up-to-date card files for active/in-active employees. Through the use of a computer terminal, input a large volume of personnel actions affecting part- time employees such as new hires, merit increases, promotions and terminations. Complete employment verifications by phone and/or mail. Maintain an interest card file of selected part-time classifications. Maintain accurate recruitment files and eligibility lists for all part-time positions. Set up interview appointments; notify applicants of their status by mail and/or phone Compose and type a wide variety of correspondence using judgment and requiring knowledge of delegated employment policies and procedures. Compose and place newspaper ads for current recruitments. Greet the public and answer questions over the counter and by telephone. Explain policies and procedures related to delegated employment activities. Compile information for a variety of narrative and statistical reports, locating sources of information, devising forms to serve data and determining proper format for finished report. Maintain accurate personnel files for part-time employees; ensures files are in compliance with Federal, State and local laws. Reviews Part-time step hours report of delegated employees to determine merit due dates, initiates merit process and submits to management for approval; inputs authorized action forms. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required. Additional functions when assigned to

Community Services Department:

Ensure part time employees are current with Tuberculosis (TB) tests and work permits by maintaining complete and accurate files. Fingerprint employee candidates and program volunteers and ensure compliance with State Department of Justice submittal process.

Experience:

Performing highly complex professional support functions involving extensive record keeping, interpretation of policies and procedures relative to recruiting and hiring activities and a high level of independence of action in performing duties.

Knowledge of:

Pertinent payroll rules and regulations; modern office equipment and procedures; proper telephone etiquette; computer terminals and associated software; English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation; basic math; advanced record keeping methods; pertinent procedures related to the delegated employment activity. Ability to : Operate a computer terminal with accuracy and use of associated software; read, understand and apply complex materials; accurately process payroll/personnel actions; proofread and detect errors in typing, spelling and punctuation; establish and maintain extensive, complex record keeping systems; organize work and set priorities; develop procedures; compile data and prepare narrative and statistical reports; compose correspondence; understand pertinent procedures and functions quickly and apply them without immediate supervision; establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work; keyboard at a net corrected speed of 50 words per minute. •

IMPORTANT APPLICATION INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTION

•This is a part-time position usually averaging 30 hours per week (Monday-Friday). A minimum number of hours is not guaranteed. Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. The deadline for the first review of applications is on Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 5:00PM . Applicants are encouraged to apply early. Applicants that apply after the first review are not guaranteed to be considered for this recruitment. This recruitment may close at any time without notice after the first review date. The selection process will consist of a minimum of skills examination and oral interview. The eligibility list established from this recruitment may also be used to fill the current and/or additional vacancies throughout the City. Candidates must be specific and complete in describing their qualifications for this position. Failure to state all pertinent information may lead to elimination from consideration. Stating "See Resume" is not an acceptable substitute for a completed application. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a reference / background check (to include a conviction record) and pass a post-offer pre-employment medical examination (which will include a drug/alcohol screening). The City of Anaheim utilizes E-Verify and new employees must provide documentation to establish both identity and work authorization. Communication regarding your application and/or status will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check your email regularly throughout the recruitment process as you will not receive communications by any other method. Equal Opportunity Employer