HR Coordinator

• Public Infrastructure County of Sonoma
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8 Santa Rosa, CA Job Details Full-time $46.45 an hour 11 hours ago Benefits 401(a) Paid parental leave Health savings account Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Loan forgiveness Life insurance Qualifications Report preparation Qualitative data analysis Research methodology Driver's License Interviewing Full Job Description Position Information Advance your HR career and make a meaningful impact by joining the County of Sonoma's dynamic Public Infrastructure HR team! Starting salary up to $46.45/hour ($96,946/year) and a competitive total compensation package.

• Join Our Team The Sonoma County Public Infrastructure (SPI) Department leads the way to a safe and sustainable community by planning, building, managing, and maintaining Sonoma County's investment in quality services and infrastructure.

The department's staff of 272 employees supports the County's critical transportation infrastructure, including bridges, roads, street lighting districts, and traffic signals as well as the procuring and maintaining equipment, vehicles, and real estate; purchasing goods and services; managing an airport, public transit services, and various capital projects; operating and maintaining four veteran's buildings and four water systems within the unincorporated areas of Sonoma County; and maintaining multiple solid waste disposal sites. As an HR Coordinator at SPI, you will assist our Human Resources/Safety Administrative Services Officer II (ASO) and Department Analyst on the SPI HR team with technical and administrative support for department-wide recruitment, training, safety, disability management, payroll, and employee relations programs. As a member of this team of seven, you will support the department's continuity of operations by: Growing strong working relationships and assisting your colleagues to better understand their needs and strengths Researching rules, regulations, and best practices to assist in the development of special and long-term administrative projects, policies, and procedures Coordinating and scheduling interviews, conducting reference checks, coordinating pre-employment background checks, and maintaining personnel files and records Reviewing and entering records into our Applicant Tracking and Learning Management Systems (NEOGOV and Saba, respectively) Coordinating and attending safety meetings and assisting with the department safety training program Helping to ensure departmental compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Brown Act in collaboration with the Human Resources Department Cross-training on payroll-related functions and learning how to coordinate leaves of absence and how to request medical examinations for prospective employees To effectively support the department's human resources functions, the ideal candidate will bring a keen attention to detail, sound judgment, and strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. They will excel in a dynamic, service-oriented environment, demonstrating professionalism, adaptability, and the ability to manage shifting priorities with poise and efficiency. The ideal candidate will also possess many of the following: Experience researching, tracking, analyzing, and interpreting data Excellent organizational skills, including the ability to follow complex policies and procedures while juggling multiple deadlines Experience drafting policies and procedures Excellent written communication skills Advanced customer service skills and the ability to effectively handle inquiries, coordinate services for various internal and external stakeholders, and maintain collaborative working relationships Project management experience, with the ability to prioritize and balance multiple projects The ability to work independently and take initiative effectively Knowledge of database systems and advanced-level competencies with Microsoft Office software Previous HR/Payroll and Safety experience, HR certifications, and/or training is desired Additionally, a sense of humor is a must! Even though this role involves serious responsibilities and confidential HR work, we also value colleagues who can bring a sense of humor and find appropriate moments for lightness. This role also offers a hybrid work option, with remote work and an in-office presence, based on operational needs Bring Your Commitment to Public Service to the County of Sonoma The County of Sonoma offers a rare and compelling array of scenic, recreational, and geographic characteristics that include over 200 award-winning wineries, majestic redwoods, inspiring coastline and beaches, and the vibrant Russian River. Encompassing over one million acres of land and water, rich with agriculture, parks, campsites, lakes, and open spaces, the County is home to over 500,000 residents and offers a wide variety of art and music festivals, farmers' markets, and concert venues. Local schools continually rank high on California's Academic Performance Index, and the Santa Rosa Junior College and Sonoma State University offer higher education opportunities. For additional information about the beauty of our community and the valuable services and support that the County provides our communities, please visit sonomacounty.ca.gov and sonomacountyconnections.org. What We Offer Working at the County of Sonoma offers expansive opportunities for growth and development, the ability to be a part of a challenging and rewarding work environment, and the satisfaction of knowing you're working to better our communities. You can also look forward to flexible work arrangements and excellent benefits

• including: Hybrid Telework
• A schedule that meets the needs of our staff, department operations, and the communities we serve may be available depending on the assignment Salary Advancement
• A salary increase after 1,040 hours (6 months when working full-time) for good work performance; eligibility for a salary increase for good performance every year thereafter, until reaching the top of the salary range Paid Time Off
• Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year County Paid Health Premium Contributions
• 100% premium contribution for the majority of employee-only and employee + family health plan options Staff Development/Wellness Pay
• Annual benefit allowances of up to $1,250 and ongoing education/training opportunities Post-Retirement Health Reimbursement Arrangement
• County contributions to help fund post-retirement employee health insurance/benefits Retirement
• A pension fully integrated with Social Security Incentive Retirement Savings Plan (IRSP) and 457 Voluntary Deferred Compensation
• 1.9% of salary County contribution to a 401(a), in addition to the County matching up to 1% of base salary in 401(a), based upon employee contribution Paid Parental Leave
• May be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) after 12 months of County employment Additional Benefits
• Excellent dental, vision, disability, life insurance, employee assistance program, professional development, and more Student Loan Debt Relief
• County employees may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the U.

S. Department of Education This recruitment is being conducted to fill an HR Coordinator position in SPI. This employment list may also be used to fill future full-time, part-time, or extra-help (temporary) positions as they occur during the active status of the list. Qualified County employees who wish to be considered for future positions should consider applying to this recruitment. The Civil Service title of this position is Administrative Aide. Salary is negotiable within the established range. Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. Additional information can be found in the Salary Resolution (SalRes) and our Employee Benefits Directory. Application submissions require the Supplemental Questionnaire be completed.

Minimum Qualifications Education:

Any combination of course work and training that would provide an opportunity to acquire the knowledge and abilities listed. Normally, academic course work in public administration, business administration, management, accounting, political science, economics, statistics, English composition, psychology or closely related courses would provide such opportunity.

Experience:

Work experience that would provide an opportunity to acquire the knowledge and abilities listed. Normally, some experience related to general administration, accounting, budgetary analysis, or human resources work including the compilation, tabulation, analysis, and presentation of statistical and narrative written reports would provide such opportunity.

License:

Possession of a valid driver's license at the appropriate level including special endorsements, as required by the State of California, may be required depending upon assignment to perform the essential job functions of the position. The position advertised on this announcement does not require possession of a valid California Driver's License.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of:

administrative techniques and principles of organization, accounting, budget and human resources administration; techniques and practices of research methodology, data collection, and preliminary analysis; report writing; application and use of basic statistics; interview techniques sufficient to obtain information related to employment and administrative matters; written and oral communications, including language mechanics, syntax and English composition; modern office methods and procedures; database, spreadsheet and word processing applications including basic methods of graphic presentations.

Ability to:

collect, compile and analyze qualitative and quantitative data; understand and explain laws, regulations and policies governing program operations; communicate effectively orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with management, employees, clients, and the public; understand program objectives in relation to departmental goals and procedures; organize and prioritize work assignments; use and understand common database, spreadsheet and word processing applications; learn specialized computer applications. Certain positions may require the ability to speak, read and write fluent Spanish. Positions allocated to this class may require specific knowledge and abilities. Selection Procedure & Some Helpful Tips When Applying Your application information and your responses to the supplemental questions are evaluated and taken into consideration throughout the entire selection process. You should list all employers and positions held within the last ten years in the work history section of your application. Be as thorough as possible when responding to the supplemental questions. You may include history beyond ten years if related to the position for which you are applying. If you held multiple positions with one employer, list out each position separately. Failure to follow these instructions may impact your competitiveness in this process or may result in disqualification. Please visit Getting a Job with the County of Sonoma to review more detailed information about the hiring process, including the application process, examination steps, and department selection process. Application submissions require the Supplemental Questionnaire be completed. Responses to supplemental questions will be scored using position-specific criteria. Please provide specific and detailed responses of a reasonable length to allow for a thorough assessment of your qualifications. Responses that state, "See Resume" or "See Application" may be considered insufficient and therefore may not be scored. The selection procedure will consist of the following examination: An Application and Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal Examination (weight 100%) will be conducted to evaluate each applicant's application and supplemental questionnaire for satisfaction of minimum qualifications (pass/not pass); and for educational coursework, training, experience, knowledge, and abilities which relate to this position. Personally identifiable information (PII) is removed from the standard application fields and applicable attachments. This PII blind screening practice redacts a candidate's personal information that could potentially influence or bias the scoring process. Personal information includes the applicant's name, former last name, address, phone number, email, driver's license number, school name, education start and end dates, age, date of birth, gender, and race. This PII blind screening practice helps contribute to a fair and equitable examination process. Each applicant will be evaluated based on the following criteria: Relevance of work history, related experience, and achieved level of education and/or training as described in the application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates demonstrating possession of the minimum qualifications will be placed on an employment list in order of most qualified to least qualified based on the achieved score received in the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire Appraisal Examination. Scores may be adjusted based on such factors as the number of candidates, anticipated vacancies, past practice, and natural breaks in the scores achieved by this group of candidates. Additional Information A background investigation is required prior to employment. Candidates referred to departments for a selection interview are typically required to sign authorization and release forms enabling such an investigation. Failure to sign prescribed forms will result in the candidate not being considered further for that vacancy. Reference information will not be made available to candidates. Additional requirements, such as successful completion of a physical exam, drug screen, etc., may apply, depending on the duties and responsibilities of the position. If you receive a conditional job offer for the position, the requirements upon which the offer is contingent will be outlined in the conditional job letter. You may also review the Job Classification Screening Schedule to determine the requirements for this position. How to Apply Applications are accepted online at www.yourpath2sonomacounty.org. Paper applications may be submitted in person, fax (707-565-3770), email, or through the mail. All applications and appropriate supplemental information as outlined in the job announcement must be received by the time and date specified on the first page of this job announcement. Applications received after the recruitment closes will not be accepted. The County of Sonoma values diversity and is dedicated to creating a workplace environment that provides individuals with a sense of belonging. We are committed to having a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. The County is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where all aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance, and business need.

HR Analyst:

CG/JT HR

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