Human Resources Specialist I (C)

Understanding that people are the foundation for success, the City of Irvine seeks highly-talented professionals with a passion for servant leadership to perform a wide range of complex Human Resources functions in the Human Resources department.

The Human Resources Specialist I is assigned to the Recruitment division and will independently coordinate multiple recruitments simultaneously for a variety of positions. This person will determine strategies to continue to attract and retain a diverse workforce.

This recruitment will supplement an existing eligibility list for the Human Resources Specialist I, which will expire on 8/19/2025. This list may fill future vacancies at this and lower-level classifications throughout the City.

Note: if you are on an existing Human Resources Specialist I eligibility list, please reapply to demonstrate interest and update your application information. Participating in this recruitment will not extend your eligibility beyond the 8/19/2025 expiration date of the current list.

Your Impact

• Coordinate complex recruitment assignments in a fast-paced environment.
• Strategically analyze the job descriptions and determine a recruitment plan, timeline, and advertising efforts to creatively fill positions.
• Review and evaluate applications, coordinate interview panels, and determine assessment techniques.
• Lead interview trainings, provide feedback to candidates, and attend career fairs as a City representative.
• Research and analyze recruitment data to provide detailed statistical reports.
• Understand MOU's, Personnel Rules, and other applicable federal, state, and local laws to apply to recruitment procedures.
• Find additional information in the Human Resources Specialist I (C) position description.

Best Fit

• A collaborative team player and creative thinker who can consistently exercise good judgment and problem-solving skills.
• Creative and innovative leader who can evaluate current practices and recommend and implement new ideas and solutions to improve processes; this role will also be part of the recruitment team for the Workday ERP implementation.
• Experience with full-cycle recruitments in the public sector is highly desired.
• Experience utilizing NEOGOV or another Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
• Political acumen to communicate and coordinate with various levels of staff within City departments and the public.
• Adaptable and able to perform work in a fast-paced environment with changing issues.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent time management skills. Ability to effectively prioritize tasks, organize workload, and understand urgent requests.
• The ability to handle highly sensitive and confidential information while providing exceptional customer service.
• Strong project management skills and ability to manage work according to deadlines.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Personnel Management or Human Resources.
• Three (3) years of experience in personnel administration and experience with computerized records, or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Your Team
The Mission of the Employees of the City of Irvine is to create and maintain a community where people can live, work, and play in an environment that is safe, vibrant, and aesthetically pleasing. We are one team that exists to serve our community in the continual pursuit of a City that offers an exceptional quality of life. The City of Irvine's five values of Humility, Innovation, Empathy, Passion, and Integrity reflect that interest and needs of the community, and the level of services they expect and desire. We are One Irvine through embrace of a team-oriented approach by living our values every day.

Human Resources strives to maximize the City's organizational performance and deliver high-quality services by providing leadership, expertise, and guidance. Our team is committed to attracting and retaining a high qualified and diverse workforce. Our service areas include labor and employee relations, classification and compensation, employee benefits, equal employment opportunities, organizational development, employee engagement, human resources information system, and risk management.

The Process
The selection process will include an examination and conduct a background investigation prior to appointment. This recruitment will supplement an existing eligibility list to fill future positions in similar and/or lower classifications within the organization.

Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Irvine is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. We encourage you to inform Human Resources at least two business days prior to the first phase of the selection process if you have a disability that may require an accommodation.