Human Resources Coordinator

The City of Gardena is seeking a Human Resources Coordinator to support its central HR functions onsite in Gardena, California. Working under general supervision, the role performs para-professional technical and clerical duties, prepares personnel documents, and serves as a liaison between the department and the central HR Office. Salary range: USD 62,100 - 79,272 per year.

Responsibilities

• Ensures timely and accurate submission of personnel documents to the Human Resources Office
• Completes personnel transactions and personal data forms following established formats and procedures
• Interprets and responds to routine inquiries regarding Personnel Rules and Regulations, MOUs, and department employee handbooks
• Assists employees by providing forms related to personnel transactions
• Prepares and submits personnel requisitions, employee relations and disciplinary materials, performance management documentation, and workers' compensation paperwork
• Tracks department leaves, part-time work hours, and salary increases
• Coordinates and maintains program information for Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Department of Transportation (DOT) drug and alcohol programs
• Assists with employment related background checks
• Conducts new hire orientations and administers recruitment processes, including preparing exam plans, scheduling interviews, and drug and alcohol employment verifications
• Assists in providing employees with leave documentation and notices
• Maintains records of leaves and timely notifies the Human Resources Office of potential leaves
• May assist in preparing specialized reports and schedules required by the Human Resources Officer, including Personnel Action Forms (PAFs) and salary-related budget documents
• Files and maintains a variety of personnel records and reports related to personnel transactions
• Prepares memos and letters for internal and external correspondence and performs other related duties as required
• May be required to work outside standard hours to meet deadlines

Organizational Responsibilities

This position reports to the designated manager or department head and is responsible for confidential and non-confidential personnel transactions.

While general administrative supervision for this position is provided by the department, the incumbent will routinely seek technical advice and guidance from the City’s Human Resources Office.

Supplemental Information

Testing Process: Minimum Qualification Screening - Pass/Fail; Supplemental Questions - Pass/Fail; Oral Interview - 100% of total score. The testing process is subject to change.