Human resources clerk

Location

Martinez, CA | United States

Job description

Superior Court of California County of Contra Costa

Announces an open recruitment for:

Human Resources Clerk IV Human Resources

$60,753.68 - $77,538.66 annually

Final Filing – 5 p.m. March 26, 2024

 
The Superior Court of Contra Costa County is conducting an open recruitment to fill a permanent Human Resources Clerk IV position in the Human Resources unit.

 
Based on the nature of the work assigned, the individual appointed to this position must be able to have the ability to handle multiple demands and deadlines and be attentive to detail and maintain accurate and neat records. Because the person appointed to this position will have access to highly sensitive and confidential payroll and personnel information, good judgment and the ability to exercise proper discretion in the exchange of information is crucial. The person appointed to this position must also possess good interpersonal and oral communication skills, have good filing and data entry skills, and be attentive to detail. Regular and punctual attendance is important .
Human Resources Clerks have access to or are privy to decisions of court management affecting employee relations. Therefore, Human Resources Clerks are designated as “confidential” and are not assigned to the AFSCME Local 2700 clerical bargaining unit.
The IDEAL CANDIDATE should have the following knowledge and abilities:

 
Knowledge of:

• Establishment and maintenance of filing and information retrieval systems;
• Mathematics and statistics; 
• Personal computers and standard software applications such as Microsoft Word and Excel;
• Statutes, policies and procedures, documents, and terminology related to human resources functions; 
• Basic filing and financial record keeping systems;
• Correct punctuation, grammar, and spelling;
• Basic accounting practices.

• Perform a wide variety of complex and specialized clerical support work;
• Understand, interpret, explain and apply a variety of policies, rules, procedures and regulations; 
• Research, gather, organize and present a variety of data and information;
• Quickly and accurately enter data into a computer system; 
• Analyze and interpret financial and statistical data;
• Work independently and follow written and oral instructions;
• Accurately set up, monitor and maintain human resources records; 
• Make mathematical calculations necessary to carry out assigned functions; 
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others; 
• Use a personal computer and software, including word processing, spreadsheet, database and other job related applications and systems;
• Operate basic office equipment, including copiers, printers, fax;
• Learn and apply court policies, procedures, documents and terminology affecting assigned functions; 
• Provide assistance and deal with concerns from employees, the public, community organizations, and other agencies in an unbiased, ethical and professional manner.

• Possession of a high school diploma, a GED equivalency certificate or a high school proficiency certificate. 
• Three (3) years of clerical experience performing human resources support duties; 

• Any combination of education and experience that provides the candidate with the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the position. 

 
Substitutions

• An Associate’s Degree from an accredited college can substitute for one (1) year of the required clerical experience. 
• A Bachelor’s Degree or higher post graduate degree from an accredited college or university can substitute for two (2) years of the required legal or clerical experience. 

Application and Selection Process:
Interested individuals must complete a court application on-line and provide a valid email address.   Only applications submitted electronically will be considered. To apply go to:  click on Job Opportunities tab. Please add contracosta.courts.ca.gov and government.jobs.com to your email address book to ensure delivery of emails. For additional information email: [email protected] . 
 
Depending on the number of applications received, an application evaluation committee may be convened to review and evaluate each candidate’s application package, and those deemed best qualified will be invited to an oral interview. The court reserves the right to make revisions to this process in accordance with Court Personnel Plan and accepted selection practices.
 
GENERAL INFORMATION
 
Conditions of Employment
Successful completion of fingerprint and a criminal record background check is required prior to appointment and is a condition of employment.

 
All employees of the court who operate a vehicle on court business must certify they possess a valid California Driver’s License and required levels of automobile insurance. 

 
Convictions
Felony and misdemeanor convictions MAY BE disqualifying for employment with the court. The court will assess the nature and gravity of the offense, the time that has elapsed since the offense was committed, and the nature of the job duties to be performed.

 
Employment Eligibility:
In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, all persons hired after November 6, 1986, are required to present to the Court, at the time of appointment, original documents which show satisfactory proof of: 1.) identity and 2.) U.S. Citizenship or a legal authorization to work in the United States. 

 
 
Applicants with Disabilities: 
Reasonable accommodations will be made so applicants with disabilities may participate in the recruitment process. Please advise Superior Court Human Resources of special needs in advance.

 
The Court is an equal opportunity employer. The Court provides equal employment opportunity at all times and does not discriminate in violation of applicable law.

 

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