HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST

HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST

City of Carson - 4.0 Carson, CA Job Details Full-time $40.64 - $51.88 an hour 2 days ago Qualifications Employee onboarding Report writing Talent acquisition platforms Purchase order management Research Mid-level Full cycle recruiting Administrative experience Personnel records management HRIS Proofreading Onboarding process management Technical Proficiency Performance evaluation Full Job Description JOB The City of Carson is now accepting applications for the position of Human Resources Specialist. Applications will be accepted starting April 16, 2026 until May 07, 2026 at 11:59pm. The City of Carson is seeking a highly motivated Human Resources Specialist to join our Human Resources and Risk Management Department. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a full range of HR functions while supporting a workforce dedicated to serving the community. This position plays a vital role in delivering high quality HR services that support our employees and organizational goals. We value collaboration, integrity, and are committed to delivering exceptional public service.

What the Ideal Candidate will bring: The ideal candidate is a proactive and collaborative HR professional with strong technical expertise and a commitment to excellent service.

Key strengths include:

Full-cycle recruitment experience, including job postings, exam coordination, candidate communication, and eligibility list development.

Strong HRIS proficiency, including processing personnel transactions and maintaining confidential records.

Knowledge of public sector HR practices (California municipal experience preferred). Familiarity with HIRS platforms such as Tyler Munis and NeoGov is a plus.

Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.

A team-oriented mindset with the flexibility to support special projectsVacancy InformationThere is one (1) current full-time (

FLSA:

Exempt) vacancy 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.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Under direct supervision, performs a variety of technical paraprofessional and administrative duties related to confidential Human Resources activities such as benefits, recruitment and selection, maintenance of employee records and data; supports professional and management Human Resources staff; performs related duties as required.

Key ResponsibilitiesThese functions are representative and may not be present in all positions in the class. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind duties and work assignments.

Participates in recruitment and selection process; prepares and distributes job announcements and advertisements; makes arrangements for oral and performance examinations; administers written examinations; provides notification to candidates of recruitment status and results; prepares and certifies eligibility lists.

Processes personnel actions such as new hires, merit increases, promotions and terminations in IFAS.Prepares, maintains, and updates a wide variety of confidential personnel-related records and files.

Tracks performance evaluations and step increase dates; notifies supervisors and managers of due performance evaluations.

Assists in researching and assembling information for classification and compensation purposes and other personnel studies.

Initiates and responds to salary and benefit surveys, classification studies and employment verifications.

Provides information to the public, other agencies and city staff regarding Human Resources benefits, policies, procedures, rules and regulations.

Performs a variety of general administrative support duties; independently composes, prepares and proofreads letters and other documents; prepares periodic and special reports.

Prepares and processes purchase orders and receiving reports.

Conducts new employee orientation; processes employee benefit forms and records; enrolls employees in various benefit programs and provides plan information to employees.

Maintains liaison between employees, the city, and benefit providers.

Coordinates and makes arrangements for various programs including benefits open enrollment, workshops/training, DOJ live scan and DOT drug testing program.

Assists professional staff with special projects, investigations and other personnel functions.

Performs related duties as required.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Employee accommodation 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 finger manipulation.

Perform work which is primarily sedentary, involves sitting most of the time.

Is subject to inside environmental conditions and occasional outside environmental conditions.

May be required to work at a computer terminal for prolonged periods.

Occasionally lift, carry, push or pull up to 20 pounds.

Recruitment Process:

This recruitment is open until May 7, 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 InterviewThe 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.