HUMAN RESOURCES TECHNICIAN I

Salary : $50,325.86 - $69,374.76 Annually

Location : Burbank, CA

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : 250404B1

Department : Management Services

Opening Date : 02 / 14 / 2025

Closing Date : 2 / 21 / 2025 5 : 00 PM Pacific

Definition

Tentative examination dates for this recruitment :

Week of 03 / 14 / 25 - Blind application and supplemental scoring

Week of 03 / 24 / 25 - Oral interview

Dates may change due to unforeseen circumstances. Candidates who pass each phase of the recruitment process will be notified of the official examination dates.

The current Human Resources Technician I vacancy is within the City of Burbank's Management Services Department. This position plays a vital role in supporting the recruitment process for a wide range of positions across the City. The Human Resources Technician I assists with the development and posting of job announcements, reviewing and screening applications, coordinating interviews, and communicating with applicants throughout the recruitment process. This role is responsible for scheduling and conducting initial candidate assessments, maintaining accurate recruitment records, and ensuring compliance with City policies. The position is essential in ensuring a smooth and efficient recruitment process for all City departments

Under general direction, to perform a variety of confidential and complex Human Resources and clerical duties; to supervise clerical staff; and to do related work as required.

Essential Functions

Performs various Human Resources and clerical duties of a complex nature, including typing, filing, mathematical calculations, and processing paperwork to facilitate smooth operations of programs; initiates, composes, types, and proofreads a variety of reports, letters, memos, and charts not requiring the supervisor's personal attention; researches, compiles, and analyzes data for a variety of Human Resources projects and reports; oversees maintenance of records and files; applies and advises employees and the public on Human Resources programs and procedural inquiries; coordinates and arranges meetings and interviews; operates calculator, personal computer and other office equipment; implements and recommends procedures related to assigned function; supervises, trains, and evaluates employees; and makes recommendations regarding hiring, promotions, and transfers.

Minimum Qualifications

Employment Standards :

Knowledge of modern office methods, procedures, and equipment; proper English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation; the principles of sound supervision; municipal organizations and their function; the functions of Human Resources systems, including the practices and procedures of City Memorandum of Understandings, Civil Service system, recruitment, selection, testing, classification and pay plans; mathematical and budgeting processes.

Ability to develop, organize and maintain accurate reports and complex filing systems; understand and apply a wide variety of Human Resources requirements and policies; plan and direct the work of others; effectively supervise employees and evaluate their performance; operate a variety of office equipment; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; work independently and exercise sound judgment in performing assigned duties; establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, fellow employees, and the public.

Education / Training : Graduation from high school or equivalent; three years of increasingly responsible clerical work, including one year in a responsible supervisory or Human Resources capacity. Must be able to type accurately from clear copy at a speed of 50 net words a minute.

This job title is represented by the Burbank City Employees' Association (BCEA)

The City of Burbank offers excellent employee benefits, please click on the following link for additional information regarding employee benefits :

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Please note, employee benefits vary based on employment status - full-time or part-time; regular or temporary, and many benefits are not applicable to temporary employees.

You must answer the following question in order to be considered for the position. The purpose of this Supplemental Questionnaire is to give you an opportunity to provide additional information regarding your specific qualifications for the position of Human Resources Technician I. This Supplemental Questionnaire is considered part of your application process and will be evaluated along with your application on a competitive basis to determine which applicants will proceed to the next step in the selection process.INSTRUCTIONSAnswer should be complete, specific, and precise. Incomplete, illegible, vague, or excessively long responses to any question may disqualify you from being considered further for the position. Please be specific in answering the Supplemental Questions, as they will be used to evaluate which applicants will be given further consideration in the process. DO NOT answer, "see resume" or "see application" as these are not valid answers. Click "Yes" to reflect that you have read and understand this statement.

Describe your experience managing multiple projects and recurring tasks with competing deadlines and / or priorities. What tools and / or techniques do you have in place to ensure you remain organized? (150 Words Maximum)

Describe how you would build relationships with key staff members from multiple levels of an organization? Provide an example if possible. (150 Words Maximum)

Describe your experience in Recruitment and Onboarding that you believe separates you from other candidates for this position. What is your motivation in applying for this position? (150 Words Maximum)

This position processes confidential and time-sensitive personnel changes. Please describe any experience you have working with confidential, repetitive, and time sensitive tasks and how you ensure accuracy in tight deadlines. (150 Words Maximum)

Describe a situation where you had to research and review information for the purpose of making a decision or recommendation. Discuss the steps that were involved in your research and final outcome. (150 Words Maximum)

How many years of clerical experience do you have?

• Less than one (1) year
• One (1) to two (2) years
• Three (3) or more years
• No clerical experience

Have you worked in a supervisory role or in a Human Resources capacity for at least one year?

I understand that all requested information must be furnished on the application itself. Resumes and / or attachments may be included, but CANNOT BE SUBSTITUTED for a completed application form. A resume submitted in lieu of an application will not be sufficient. Furthermore, "See resume" is not an acceptable response under Duties. An application containing this response may be deemed incomplete. If I do not provide information on my application under Education, Experience, and / or License and Certificates sections that I meet the minimum qualifications for the position I am applying for, I will be deemed "not qualified" and may not proceed in the recruitment.

Required Question

Salary : $50,326 - $69,375