Human Resources Specialist

Human Resources Specialist

Job Details
Job ID: Human Resources Specialist
Category: Administration
Status: Open
Posted: November 6, 2025 2:30 PM
Closing: December 15, 2025 5:30 PM

The City of Riverbank is seeking a skilled and dependable Human Resources Specialist to join our team in delivering exceptional Human Resources service to our employees and growing community. This is an excellent opportunity for one who enjoys helping others and making a positive impact.

Under general supervision, this position performs a variety of technical and administrative duties in support of the City's Human Resources programs and services including recruitment and selection, benefits administration, workers' compensation, employee training, and personnel records management. The Human Resources Specialist provides exceptional customer service to employees and the public, ensuring that every interaction reflects the City's values of professionalism, integrity, and teamwork.

Recruitment Timeline: (Subject to Change)

Opening Date: Thursday, November 6, 2025

Final Filing Deadline: Monday, December 15, 2025 @ 5:30 p.m.

1st Interview Tentative Date: Wednesday, January 7, 2026

2nd Interview Tentative Date: Thursday, January 29, 2026

Distinguishing Characteristics:

The Human Resources Specialist is a paraprofessional class in the Human Resources series. Incumbents perform a wide range of technical and administrative support functions requiring a thorough knowledge of human resources procedures and systems. This classification is distinguished from the Human Resources Analyst by the latter's responsibility for performing professional-level analytical duties requiring independent judgment and policy interpretation.

Essential Functions:

Assists in the administration of recruitment and selection processes, including preparing and posting job announcements, reviewing applications, scheduling interviews, proctoring examinations, and communicating with candidates.

Processes and coordinates personnel action forms, prepares and maintains personnel files, records, reports, and confidential documents related to recruitment, benefits, and employee relations.

Serves as a resource to employees and the public regarding human resources policies, procedures, and programs; explains human resources processes and assists in resolving related issues.

Coordinates logistics for new hire orientations, open enrollments, training sessions, and employee recognition events.

Supports benefits administration by processing enrollments, changes, and terminations; coordinates with benefit providers; assists employees with forms and questions.

Provides assistance with Workers' Compensation and leave of absence documentation; coordinates with third-party administrators; maintains required documentation.

Performs data entry into human resources information systems; ensures accuracy and completeness of employee records.

Tracks and monitors timelines for evaluations, certifications, and other personnel deadlines; follows up as needed.

Qualifications:

Education and/or Experience:
Any combination of education and experience that has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for a Human Resources Specialist. A typical way of obtaining the required qualifications is to possess:

Two years of increasingly responsible clerical or administrative experience in a human resources or related office setting; and completion of coursework or training in public or business administration, human resources, or a closely related field. An associate's degree is desirable.

License/Certificate:
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Class C California driver's license.

The City of Riverbank offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Salary:

$29.25 - $35.55 Hourly

$2,339.75 - $2,843.98 Biweekly

$5,069.46 - $6,161.96 Monthly

$60,833.52 - $73,943.52 Annually

Benefits:

CalPERS Retirement: The City participates in the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS). New members, as defined by PEPRA, are under a 2% @ 62 formula, Tier III.

Health Benefits: The City offers Kaiser Permanente or HealthNet medical coverage and pays 85% of medical insurance premium; employee contribute 15% of their monthly premium. The City currently pays 100% of the cost of the Stanislaus Medical Foundation Dental plan and Vision Service Plan (VSP) for employee and their eligible dependents.

Life Insurance: $50,000 paid by the City

Union Pension Plan: City contributes approximately $392 per month

Deferred Compensation: Employee's voluntary contribution in the amount of at least $100 is matched and not to exceed $100 by the City per payperiod

Employee Assistance Program

Holidays: 13 paid holidays per year plus 3 floating holidays of choice; and 1 management floating holiday

Vacation: 10 – 25 days per year, based on years of service (maximum accrual 400 hours)

Sick Leave: 12 days per year (no accrual limit)

Recruitment Material and Information:

Human Resources Specialist Employment Opportunity Flyer ~ CLICK HERE

Human Resources Specialist Job Description ~ CLICK HERE

Employment Application ~ CLICK HERE

How to Apply:
Submit completed and signed employment application as follows:

By Mail or Drop-off (mail slot in the door) to: City of Riverbank, Human Resources Department, 6707 Third Street, Suite A, Riverbank, CA 95367

By email to: ...

For more information, please email the Human Resources Department at ...

Special Requirements
Appointment to the position is contingent upon the candidate providing proof of eligibility to work in the United States and passing a fingerprint check and may include a thorough check of their employment history, followed by a pre-employment physical examination which includes a drug screening.

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