City of Thornton, Colorado is hiring: Human Resources Technician in Thornton

Overview

In this position you will support multiple work groups in different areas within our organization with a primary emphasis on seasonal recruitment and selection; 90% of this position involves recruiting. Hybrid work schedule is available. 3 days in office is required after training is completed.

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Essential Functions

• Under general supervision, performs a variety of administrative and technical duties in support of Human Resources.
• Works closely with Human Resources staff and provides support for functions associated with recruitment, advertising, selection, testing, training, and other tasks as assigned.
• Provides back-up support to administrative staff as assigned. Assists in maintaining filing systems.
• Requests background investigations and completes education verifications, may also conduct reference checks.
• Manages the full-cycle recruitment process for assigned temporary recruitments. Processes status forms as necessary. Ensures recruitment and human resources related documentation is completed properly; prepares employee paperwork for submission to payroll.
• Prepares and distributes job announcements and advertisements; assists applicants with questions regarding the application process; screens selected applications for minimum qualifications. Assists with updating the applicant tracking system. Occasionally attends job fairs.
• Assists with practical assessments as needed. May review interview questions for selected recruitments.
• Arranges for drug testing and other pre-employment tests. Coordinates hire dates with departments.
• Closes recruitment files when selection process is completed. Purges electronic and hard-copy recruitment files per retention schedule.
• Performs quarterly audits of the prox card system to maintain building security. Performs annual I-9 audit.
• Responds to a wide variety of questions from hiring managers, employees and customers, including information on processing forms, special programs and activities, recruitment, position vacancies, and policies and procedures.
• Reconciles monthly billing for medical testing. Ensures compliance with required human resources related legal postings in each City facility.
• Assists with other human resource related functions as required, including benefits, compensation and classification, training, payroll and maintenance of HRIS data. Assists with employee activities as required. Performs special projects as assigned.
• May update the human resources related intranet, internet, and social media information as necessary.
• Uses independent judgment and problem-solving skills and knows when to seek assistance from another Human Resources staff member. May be required to work overtime.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education and Experience: High school diploma or GED; three years\' experience providing technical and administrative support in human resources or related area. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
• Licensing/Certification Requirements: May need the ability to travel to various locations in a timely manner as the job requires.
• Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities: Knowledge of the policies, procedures and goals of the City of Thornton and the department; federal, state, and local laws related to human resource administration; City of Thornton policies and Directives; principles of HR administration; office practices; mathematics; grammar; word processing, spreadsheets, and basic database management; ability to read and interpret policies; ability to prepare, organize and maintain complex filing systems; ability to communicate effectively; ability to prioritize work; ability to maintain confidentiality; ability to work in a team; ability to work with a wide range of people including the public and other agencies.

Physical & Mental Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, reach, walk, finger, grasp, talk, hear, and make repetitive motions. This is primarily sedentary work. The employee will be exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, or pull or otherwise move objects. The employee is required to have close visual acuity.

Testing Procedures

Examinations may include application screening beyond minimum qualifications; written, oral, practical exercise or any combination thereof. Your application will be used as a screening tool. Completeness and accuracy are important. Any false or untrue statements could disqualify you from consideration. As a condition of employment, the city conducts background investigations for all positions which may include a review of credit report and/or driving record. A drug screen, physical, and/or psychological examination may be required for pre-determined positions.

The City of Thornton is an equal opportunity employer. The City offers an outstanding benefits package. Benefit eligibility is based on the status of the position. Please email Jobs@thorntonco.gov to receive a copy of our 2025 Benefits Guide. Benefits may include: Health, Dental, Vision, Life and other plans; Flexible Spending; Pension/Deferred Compensation; Disability; Paid Holidays; Vacation & Sick Leave; and more. Hybrid schedules are available.

Seniorities and Employment

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Human Resources
• Industries: Government Administration

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