Tentative interviews scheduled for the week of June 21st or June 28th.

Under general supervision, this position provides responsible technical and administrative staff support; performs a variety of duties in all of the following core service areas in the Human Resources Division that include: general office administration and recordkeeping; recruitment and selection; classification and compensation; employee services and benefits administration, including workers' compensation; labor and employee relations, and, employee development and training.
 
Temporary/Part-Time Appointments: Work hours are flexible with an average of twenty-four (24) hours per week.

Temporary/Part-time appointments do not qualify for City benefits, except for those required by law. The City does not belong to the Social Security system; however, enrollment in an alternative retirement program is mandatory which requires an employee contribution of 7.5% of base earnings. The City contributes 2.5% and the employee contributes 5% of base earnings. There are no rights to employment and employment may end with or without cause or advance notice.
 
Certain City operational budgets may not include funding for mandated CalPERS employer contributions; therefore, a qualified candidate who is a current member of CalPERS may be restricted from temporary/part-time employment with the City of Downey.

Part-Time shifts may not exceed 999 hours on a fiscal year basis (July 1 through June 30).

Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required skills, knowledge and abilities would be qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the skills, knowledge and abilities would be:
 
Education:  High school diploma or equivalent, supplemented by some college level courses in personnel, business, public administration or a closely related field.
 
Experience:  Four (4) years of increasingly responsible administrative support work experience, of which includes at least two (2) full-time years (or equivalent) in a human resources office or related field. Municipal work experience preferred.
 
Knowledge of:  Modern office equipment such as a personal computer, scanning equipment and related software; professional telephone etiquette and effective customer service techniques; personnel policies, practices, and procedures; modern records retention and recordkeeping practices; and, working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, HRIS systems (Kronos, Eden, NeoGov, etc.).
 
Ability to:  Plan, coordinate, and effectively organize work to meet deadlines; prepare well-written routine correspondence demonstrating good English usage skills including spelling, vocabulary, grammar and punctuation; establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; type accurately on a typewriter and computer keyboard at a speed of 60 words per minute; make decisions in procedural matters based on learned knowledge and directives; use common sense and reasonable judgment in difficult situations; use tact and discretion on sensitive and confidential personnel matters; maintain the confidentiality of privileged and confidential information; prepare and maintain accurate and complete records and reports using MS Word or Excel; work assigned scheduled demonstrating consistent attendance and reliability.

License Requirement:  In the event of field duties such as attending training workshops or conducting off-site testing, a valid California Driver's License and an acceptable driving record during the course of employment is required or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation to carry out an essential function of the position.
 
California Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) Pull Notice System: An incumbent appointed to this position is subject to enrollment in the California DMV Pull Notice Program. The Pull Notice program provides information on the incumbent's driving record and Driver's License status on a periodic basis to the City of Downey. An employee assigned a City vehicle must acknowledge receipt and understanding of City Administrative Regulations covering the use of City vehicles.
 
PHYSICAL TASKS AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
 
The duties and responsibilities of this position are performed in an office environment and involve sitting, standing, and walking for prolonged or intermittent periods of time, and include reaching, bending, and twisting at the waist to perform desk work and operate general office equipment including a personal computer with keyboard for prolonged or intermittent periods of time.

The operation of a personal computer requires finger and wrist dexterity and the ability to withstand exposure to vibration, pitch and glare from the computer. Employee must be able to safely lift and carry books, files and reports weighing up to 25 pounds.

Testing & Selection Process: All applications materials received by the application deadline will be reviewed and evaluated on the basis of information submitted to determine the level and scope of the candidate's preparation for the position. All information supplied by applicants is subject to verification.
 
 The acceptance of an employment application depends upon whether or not an applicant has provided adequate information that demonstrates meeting the qualifications for the position as stated above. Please complete the application and supplemental questionnaire thoroughly and completely. Candidates must be specific and complete in describing their qualifications for this position.  Failure to state all pertinent information may lead to elimination from consideration.  Stating "See Resume" or attaching a resume is not an acceptable substitute for a completed application.  
 
 Those applicants, who most closely match the desired qualifications, will be invited to participate in the selection process which will consist of an appraisal examination (oral interview) weighted 100%.
 
 The appraisal examination may also include performance testing to assess the applicant's knowledge, education, experience, and general ability to perform the essential functions of the position.
 
Candidate(s) who complete selection testing with acceptable results will be considered by the Department hiring authority. Prior to an employment offer, a comprehensive background investigation is conducted, including fingerprinting through the California Department of Justice. A job related pre-placement medical exam and drug screening will be conducted upon issuance of a conditional offer of employment.

Oral interviews are tentatively scheduled for the week of June 21st or June 28th.

Any applicant requiring reasonable accommodation during the selection process due to a qualified disability must inform the Human Resources Office at (562) 904-7292 at least 72 hours in advance.