Human Resources Technician

ABOUT US

At the County of Marin, our employees overwhelmingly report feeling their work is meaningful, they like the work they do, and they are proud to tell people “I work for the County of Marin.” Discover more about us, our values and our organizational culture on the Department of Human Resources website . Read on to find out more about this opportunity.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT
From first interview and beyond, the Human Resources Department is dedicated to supporting employee growth and well-being through various services including recruitment; employee benefits and wellness; organizational and career development and learning; labor and employee relations, and equal employment opportunity. Our department mission is to be a trusted and strategic partner in creating an experience in which employees can reach their full potential.
Within the Department of Human Resources, the Learning and Organizational Development (Learning & OD) Division promotes individual and organizational excellence through innovation. The division instills its learning and development initiatives with a learning culture to ensure Marin County has a qualified, engaged workforce.

ABOUT THE POSITION

This recruitment will be used to establish an eligible list to fill one (1) current vacancy in Learning and Organizational Development. The eligible list will also be used to fill future vacancies (regular, fixed-term, full-time, part-time, contingent) in all divisions in Human Resources such as Recruitment & Classification and Compensation, Benefits, Employee and Labor Relations and Equal Employment. If you are interested in any of the program areas, please consider applying to this recruitment.

The current vacancy is in the Learning and OD Division. Reporting to the Learning and Organizational Development Manager, the Learning and OD Technician supports County departments with learning and organizational development needs, and assists with developing, implementing, and carrying out program objectives for the division. This role collaborates with County wide staff at all levels to coordinate and respond to requests for Learning and OD needs. Current learning programs are offered on-demand via the County’s learning management system and in-person. Programs currently include leadership and supervisory trainings, aspiring leaders learning programs, DEIB learning, and compliance training. Examples of responsibilities include:

• Serving as a subject matter expert and point of contact for the County’s Learning and Performance Management System.
• Handling registration, facility management and technical needs for the County’s new hire orientations.
• Tracking, auditing, and reporting data to determine staff participation in voluntary and mandated trainings.
• Supporting communication efforts to promote awareness of program offerings and ensure compliance with training mandates.
• Assisting with developing program goals, objectives and organizational interventions and making recommendations.
• Assisting with developing curriculum, training materials, eLearnings, and resources.
• Supporting the implementation of the County’s mentoring program, New Employee Orientation, Tuition Assistance Program, DEIB trainings, and vendor management.
• Assisting with the design and implementation of a competency-based professional development training program.

The Human Resources Department has embraced telework and offers a hybrid work schedule. Employees must be able to report to County facilities for various meetings and work assignments upon short notice, as needed and deemed appropriate.

ABOUT YOU

Our ideal candidate has a strong understanding of teaching and learning processes, knowledge of organizational development strategies and experience supporting staff in executing complex and technical program requirements. For the current vacancy, they are proficient in Learning Management Systems and software, eLearning development platforms, and have familiarity and comfort navigating technical platforms such as AI based tools and Audio/Video editing apps. This individual is highly detail-oriented, able to perform tasks with accuracy and reliability and is excited to be a contributing member to a highly collaborative team. The candidate must handle confidential information, adapt to evolving HR systems, provide excellent customer service, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. In addition, they represent themselves and the department positively, values diversity and demonstrates a commitment to equity and inclusion. Public sector experience is preferred but not required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Basic principles and procedures of Human Resources.
• Applicable laws, codes, regulations, and ordinances related to assigned program.
• Basic research, data gathering, statistical analysis and report writing methods and techniques.
• Computer applications related to the work.
• Clear communication practices within a professional setting.

Ability to:

• Perform complex and detailed processing work in a database system, including entering data with speed and accuracy, auditing work, and running routine reports.
• Interpret, apply, and explain applicable codes and regulations.
• Communicate effectively and present information to individuals and groups.
• Maintain accurate records and files.
• Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, and other written materials.
• Conduct group and individual meetings related to the area to which assigned.
• Use initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines.
• Organize work for self and other support staff.
• Set priorities and meet critical deadlines.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.

Minimum Qualifications: One year of experience as a Human Resources Technician Trainee; OR completion of two years of college with major coursework in business or Human Resources administration, or a field closely related to the work and one year of office administrative or technical support experience, preferably in a Human Resources setting. Additional human resources experience may be substituted for the education on a year-for-year basis.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

All applicants will receive email notifications regarding their status in the recruitment process. Please be sure to check your spam settings to allow our emails to reach you. You may also log into your GovernmentJobs.com account to view these emails.

Testing and Eligible List: Depending on the number of qualified applications received, the examination may consist of a highly qualified review, application screening, online assessment, written examination, oral examination, performance examination, or any combination to determine which candidates' names will be placed on the eligible list.

The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill the current vacancy, and any future vacancies for open, fixed-term, full-time, part-time, contingent positions which may occur while the list remains active.

Disaster Service Workers: All County of Marin employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: If you have questions regarding equal employment opportunities, please contact Roger Crawford, Equal Employment Opportunity Director, at roger.crawford@marincounty.gov . If you have questions concerning this position announcement, please contact Colleen Beck, Senior Human Resources Analyst, at colleen.beck@marincounty.gov or Alisa Samuel, Senior Human Resources Analyst, at alisa.samuel@marincounty.gov .

PLEASE NOTE: The benefits described herein do not apply to temporary (contingent) or to part-time employees that work less than 50%.

COUNTY OF MARIN BENEFITS: GENERAL
Below are some of the excellent benefits the County offers. More information about our benefits can be found on the Marin County's Benefits Homepage .

Paid Time Off : Competitive vacation accrual; 12 holidays per year; and generous sick leave accruals. Additional types of paid leaves are available for some bargaining units.

Health Plan : Choice of four health plans (two Kaiser HMOs, Western Health Advantage HMO, and an Anthem Blue Cross PPO) along with dental through Delta Dental PPO, and vision through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is a County contribution toward the premiums (the contribution amount varies depending on coverage tier elected such as employee only, employee + 1, employee + family). Plus, the County offers excellent Life Insurance, Disability, Flexible Spending Plans, a Dependent Care Assistance Program, professional development and more.

Retirement : Defined benefit plan under the County Employees Retirement Act of 1937. More information can be found online at www.mcera.org.

IRS 457 Plan : Choice of pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum.

Retiree Medical : The County provides access to group health plan coverage to eligible retirees.

For specific questions regarding the employment process, please contact Human Resources at (415) 473-6104. For additional details about the benefits or retirement, please contact the Benefits Division at (415) 473-2197.

*IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice.

Closing Date/Time: 12/22/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

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