Human Resources Assistant

Human Resources Assistant City of Carson - 4.0 Carson, CA Job Details Full-time $34.18 - $43.62 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Employee onboarding Computer operation Confidential information handling HR communication Recruitment database management ATS Filing Employee data management Data entry Front desk Typing Appointment scheduling Resume management software Employee record maintenance Entry level Full Job Description JOB The City of Carson is now accepting applications for the position of Human Resources Assistant . Applications will be accepted starting June 18, 2026, until July 03, 2026, at 11:59pm. The City of Carson is seeking an ethical, detail-oriented, and service-focused Human Resources support professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment. This individual consistently demonstrates integrity, maintains strict confidentiality, and handles sensitive personnel information with professionalism and discretion. The ideal candidate works collaboratively with professional and management staff and can effectively assist with class specification updates, recruitment activities, interview scheduling, application processing, and related HR functions. They demonstrate initiative, reliability, strong follow-through, and a commitment to accuracy in every task, and they can efficiently perform front-desk HR support. Vacancy Information Theis is full-time (

FLSA:

Non-Exempt) position with a 4/10 schedule, working Monday through Thursday from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (including a 1-hour unpaid lunch break). Work hours and/or the work schedule may be adjusted based on the operational needs of the department. The City does not currently offer remote or hybrid work options.

Job Summary:

Under the direction of the Human Resources Analyst performs a variety of specialized clerical and administrative support duties related to human resources functions and activities; provides basic information regarding the City's human resources services, practices and procedures.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

(These functions are representative and may not be present in all positions in the class. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind related duties and work assignments.) Acts ethically at all times. Maintains confidentiality of human resources data and information. Performs a variety of general and human resources related clerical and administrative duties. Prepares and types a variety of materials such as correspondence, memoranda, job announcements, forms, employment lists, employment certifications/verifications, charts and statistics. Provides basic information and assistance in person or by telephone to job applicants, City personnel and the public regarding a variety of personnel matters. Provides written verification of past or present City employment and unemployment insurance claims Assists in updating and maintaining various manual and computerized personnel records and files containing confidential information and materials. Performs human resources front desk service and support as needed. May respond to routine survey requests from other agencies, employees and the public for salary and benefits information. Assists with tracking performance evaluations and step increase dates and deadlines; processes paperwork for both. Assists in collecting routine salary and benefits information from other agencies. Assist professional staff in the preparation and/or revision of class specifications. Assists in the recruitment process by placing advertisements, obtaining oral board raters, making arrangements for panel interviews, and provide information to applicants. Performs data entry of employment applications into applicant tracking software (i.e., NeoGov, iFAS, Tyler Munis); prepares and mails correspondence to applicants regarding application, testing and interview results. Provides staff support to professional and management staff. Performs related duties as required. Responsible for tracking and maintaining government programs (i.e.

EDD, DOT, DMV

Pull Notice, etc.). Assists in on-boarding, hiring and entering part-time employees. Fingerprints new hires and volunteers.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Employee accommodations for physical or mental disabilities will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Positions in this class normally:

Require vision (which may be corrected) to read small print. Require mobility of arms to reach and dexterity of hands to grasp and manipulate small objects. Perform work which is primarily sedentary. Is subject to inside environmental conditions. May be required to work at a computer terminal for prolonged periods. May be required to work evenings and/or weekends.

Recruitment Process :

This recruitment is open until July 3, 2026 at 11:59 pm . To be considered, please submit an online application, including a cover letter, resume, and proof of education in PDF format. Applications that fail to include all necessary documents will be considered incomplete and will not be taken into consideration. Applications will be reviewed for depth and breadth of experience, and for level and relatedness of education. The most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the recruitment process, which will consist of the following sections: Supplemental Questionnaire, no weight Oral exam, weighted at 100% Final Selection Interview The Human Resources Department reserves the right to adjust, modify, delete and/or change the above exam types and/or weights. Supplemental questionnaires are used to evaluate applicant's indicated abilities with the ideal candidate profile. The Human Resources Department reserves the right to invite those amongst the highest scoring to the next phase of the recruitment.

Appointment :

Any offer of employment, or acceptance of an employment offer, is contingent upon passing pre-employment physical, background check and other required tests. All new employees are required to take a loyalty oath.

Other Information :

The City of Carson is an Equal Opportunity Employer , dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe in the strength that comes from different perspectives and experiences, and we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the vibrant diversity of our community. This commitment is embraced at all levels of our organization, from our management staff to our policymakers. We partner with our staff and community organizations to ensure our policies and practices remain transparent and equitable. As part of this commitment, we regularly publish updated demographic information on our workforce, including data on diversity and pay equity by race and gender. In accordance with the California Fair Chance Act, the City of Carson will consider all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history. Applicants are not required to disclose their criminal history or undergo a background check until receiving a conditional job offer. If any concerns arise from a background check, and the conviction is directly related to the role, applicants will have the opportunity to provide context, present mitigating evidence, or dispute the report's accuracy. For more information about the Fair Chance Act, please visit https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act. The City of Carson intends to provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If you need a special accommodation during the recruitment process or would like this information in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources at (310) 952-1736.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

: This recruitment is open.

CURRENT CITY OF CARSON EMPLOYEES

Please do not use your City of Carson email address as part of this application. You must indicate a personal email address in order to receive communication and/or notices from Human Resources throughout the recruitment process.