Human Resources Technician

Job Description:

Human Resources Technician

Description

Job Summary

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY WITH THE CITY OF VERNON

HUMAN RESOURCES TECHNICIAN
MONTHLY SALARY: $5,898 - $7,169
PLUS, AN EXCELLENT BENEFITS PACKAGE

FINAL FILING DEADLINE
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 2025, 11:59 P.M. OR WHEN THE FIRST 100 QUALIFIED APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED

THIS RECRUITMENT IS TO FILL ONE FULL-TIME VACANCY IN THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AND TO ESTABLISH AN ELIGIBILITY LIST TO BE USED FOR FUTURE VACANCIES.

Are you passionate about Human Resources, helping others, creative, innovative, and takes initiative? Come be part of our employee-friendly, dynamic, diverse, Human Resources team! We're looking for a Human Resources Technician to support our Human Resources Department and our City employees. If you're ready to do good while doing great work—we'd love to meet you!

Apply today and help us build a better workplace—one employee at a time.

SUMMARY: Under general supervision, performs technical tasks and administrative duties in the processing of Human Resources (HR) forms and documents, and provides assistance to City staff, applicants and the general public.

Essential Functions

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job flyer does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Responds to requests for information and assistance; explains HR policies to employees, applicants and the public; greets and assists visitors, provides technical information to City staff and assistance to the public within scope of authority.
• Performs various administrative and technical functions within the HR Department; performs advance administrative functions, and record keeping; performs data entry functions.
• Performs records database management and maintenance functions; prepares and verifies documents for scanning and filing.
• Coordinates various Human Resources programs, events, employment and open enrollment fairs, meetings and trainings.
• Assists in the coordination of off site events, and may participate in events and trainings off site.
• Assists with the recruitment process; prepares and processes job postings; reviews employment applications for completeness; processes applications and routes supporting documents; schedules applicant interviews and appointments.
• Assists new employees with processing and completion of personnel related documents; provides instruction and assistance on enrollment forms; addresses questions regarding benefits, policy and procedures, and other personnel issues within scope of authority.
• Reviews documents for accuracy, completeness and conformance with established regulations and procedures.
• Requests vendor price quotes and service estimates, reviews information to ensure information is complete and accurate and make vendor recommendations.
• Coordinates employee leave programs such as FMLA/CFRA, Paid Parental Leave, LTD, and leaves of absence without pay.
• May assist in administering the City’s worker compensation program through a contracted third-party administrator.
• May assist with administration of group and voluntary benefits as assigned including life insurance, flexible spending accounts, healthcare spending accounts, retirement, Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA), and leave-of-absence benefits.
• Assists in the Coordination the City’s annual open enrollment process for employee benefit programs.
• Prepares correspondence and memorandums; maintains HR files, forms, documentation and information in accordance with City policies and procedures; performs special HR projects and research as directed and prepares reports as required.
• Supports the relationship between the City of Vernon and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with visitors and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience Guidelines:
High School Diploma or GED equivalent; AND three years of technical and administrative experience in Human Resources.

Supplemental Information

Knowledge of:

• City organization, operations, policies, and procedures.
• Rules and regulations governing Human Resources activities and functions.
• Principles of confidential records and file management.
• Employee relations principles and practices.

Skill in:

• Entering data into a computer system with speed and accuracy.
• Providing effective customer service.
• Reviewing documents and extracting relevant information.
• Operating a personal computer utilizing standard and specialized software.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers and the public.
• Making arithmetic calculations quickly and accurately.
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Dealing tactfully and courteously with elected officials, employees, and the public.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers, retirees, and the public.

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Must possess a valid California State Driver’s License.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed in a standard office environment, and may be required to attend and participate in off site events. May be required to lift and carry items weighing up to 15 pounds.

Pursuant to California Government Code §3100, all public employees are required to serve as disaster service workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their supervisors or by law.
SELECTION PROCESS:
Completed application packets will be reviewed and only qualified applicants whose qualifications best meet or exceed the requirements of the position and needs of the city will be contacted and informed of the next steps. Candidates must be specific and complete in describing their qualifications for the position. Failure to state all pertinent information may lead to elimination from consideration. Applications must be submitted online. If you submit multiple applications, only the most recent application will be considered. Copies of required certifications must be submitted with the application. Stating "see resume" is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. To view the complete job description, please visit our website at www.cityofvernonca.gov. It is the applicant's responsibility to notify the Human Resources Department of any changes to their contact information.
TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT TIMELINE

Application Deadline: Sunday, November 23, 2025 or When the First 100 Qualified Applications are Received.

Virtual Panel Interview: Thursday , De cember 4, 2025

In-Person Selection Interview: Thursday , De cember 11, 2025

CITY OF VERNON
HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT

Lisette M. Grizzelle, Human Resources Manager
lgrizzelle@cityofvernonca.gov (323) 583-8811, ext. 166

“The City of Vernon is an Equal Opportunity Employer”

The City of Vernon offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental vision, life, and long term disability insurance.

Retirement Benefit : Retirement benefits are provided by the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS):

Effective January 1, 2013, newly hired non-safety employees who are new CalPERS members, as defined by the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 ("PEPRA"), will be enrolled in the CalPERS 2% at 62 benefit formula. New members will be required to pay 7% as their member contribution.

An employee who is a "classic" member of CalPERS, will be enrolled in the CalPERS 2.7% at 55 benefit formula. Classic employees urrently pay an 8% employee contribution and a 3% share of the employer contribution.

Cafeteria Benefits Plan : The City offers a monthly allowance towards the purchase of a HMO, PPO or HSA medical plan for the employee and their family members. Any remaining amount can be used towards the purchase of a HMO or PPO Dental plan and Vision coverage for dependents. Vision coverage is included at no cost to the employee. Supplemental Insurance plans are available.

Holiday pay : The City has 13 authorized holidays per calendar year.

Bilingual pay : Employees in eligible positions who successfully demonstrate Spanish speaking skills would be eligible to receive an additional $275.00 a month.

Vacation:
Continuous Years of Service Vacation Hours Earned Bi-Weekly Accrual
1st year thru 4th year 80hrs; 3.08 accrual rate
5th year thru 9th year 100hrs; 3.85 accrual rate
10th year thru 14th year 120hrs; 4.62 accrual rate
15th year thru 24th year 160hrs; 6.16 accrual rate
25th year and more 190hrs; 7.31 accrual rate
City offers vacation cash out.

Sick Leave : All full-time employees shall accrue up to 80 hours of sick leave per calendar year, at a rate of 3.08 hours per pay period.

Tuition Reimbursement : $2,200.00 is available to those who satisfactorily complete job related college courses.

Hybrid Work Program: The City offers a hybrid work schedule for elgible positions. The City allows a combination/flexible work schedule upto 50% remote work.

Other Benefits : Most employees work a 4/10 schedule. In addition, the City offers paid parental leave, bereavement leave and jury duty.

Miscellaneous Benefits : The City provides an interest-free loan program for the purchase of a computer, corrective eye surgery and a hearing aide device.

The City of Vernon encourages you to log onto our website for the benefit details www.cityofvernon.org

Closing Date/Time: 11/23/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Salary:

$70,761.60 - $86,028.80 Annually