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For questions regarding this position, please contact the Recruiter listed in the Supplemental Information section. About The Position AN EXCITING OPPORTUNITY TO WORK FOR A DYNAMIC DEPARTMENT IS JUST A CLICK AWAY! *The County of Riverside Probation Department is seeking a Senior Human Resources Clerk. Under general supervision, performs the most difficult clerical functions which are encompassed in the administration of County human resource programs, and serves in a lead capacity over others in the performance of the work; provides lead supervision and coordinates the processing of human resource transaction forms, employee insurance forms, payroll attendance reports, and maintenance of human resource records; interprets and applies complex rules and regulations; serves as the resource specialist and representative to operating departments of a human resource program and function; and does other work as required.

This class provides lead supervision to Human Resources Clerks and clerical support staff. In the Human Resources Department the Senior Human Resources Clerk is also responsible for maintaining an effective work flow within one or more human resource program functions, for example, the retirement and health plan programs. In operating departments the position is also responsible for providing clerical human resource support for administrative and other department staff. An incumbent of this class exercises considerable independence in setting personal work priorities. This class is distinguished from Department Human Resources Coordinator in that responsibilities do not involve coordination of the full range of human resource activities.* Examples Of Essential Duties

• Provides lead supervision and oversees the processing of human resource records.
• Trains, advises, and reviews the work of employees performing clerical human resource functions.
• Processes enrollments and changes in employee benefits; Sets up procedures for performing employee benefit transactions, and maintains human resource records; designs forms.
• Assists line departments in the processing of benefit enrollment, changes in employee benefits, preparation of human resource transactions, and interpretation of human resource policies, procedures and regulations.
• Determines whether employees qualify for human resource benefits, on the basis of complex rules.
• Researches and informs employees and/or administrative staff about human resource policies and procedures and benefit information.
• Determines own work priorities to meet deadlines.
• Coordinates the impact of employee eligibility or change of status in benefit programs with other divisions, departments, and organizations.
• Compiles and calculates data and verifies its accuracy; prepares reports and recommendations.
• Advises employees at all organizational levels of the procedural processes of human resource programs such as the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) and the benefits and requirements of health care programs.
• Assists employees in identifying and comparing benefit options; Informs new employees of County and departmental policies and procedures regarding human resource and payroll reporting requirements.

Minimum Qualifications **Experience: Three years of clerical experience, at least two years of which consisted primarily of performing human resource clerical processes and working with human resource rules and regulations. Either of the following may be substituted for one year of the general clerical experience:

Completion of 18 semester or 27 quarter units from a recognized college in secretarial sciences, office practices, business education, or a closely related field.

OR

Completion of 360 hours of training from a recognized occupational training program in secretarial sciences, business education, or a closely related field.** Knowledge of: Laws, rules, regulations, and procedures pertaining to human resource practices; human resource and payroll record keeping practices; human resource procedures and forms used to effect changes in employee benefits; office practices and procedures, including preparing correspondence and reports, filing, and operating electronic office equipment.

Ability to: Coach other employees in human resource clerical work; interpret, apply, and explain complex rules, procedures, and guidelines; develop and modify clerical procedures and human resource recordkeeping systems; work independently in the absence of specific instructions; compile and organize data and prepare statistical and other reports; work effectively with employees at all organizational levels, and the public; speak and write effectively.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

How To Apply Please submit a detailed resume via email to [email protected] and copy Chandrika Richardson at [email protected]

The deadline to apply for this position is Wednesday, November 22, 2006 by 5:00 PM. If you have questions regarding the application process, please call Chandrika Richardson at 951-955-8175.

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APPLICATION INFORMATION Veteran's Preference The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, attach the required documents to your job application. Documents include a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service. For spousal preference, and as applicable, the following documents: a copy of your marriage certificate, spouse's death certificate, a letter of spouse's disability and/or letter of service-related death (if available) from the U.S. Veteran's Administration. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. For complete details and documentation requirements, please review the Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 here: https://rivcocob.org/board-policies

Reasonable Accommodations The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: https://rc-hr.com/disability

Proof of Education If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.

If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE).

Work Authorization Requirement Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. The County of Riverside does not participate in visa sponsorship programs, including H1-B visas, and will not provide sponsorship for any employment-based visas.

Equal Opportunity Employer The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.

Pre-Employment All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.

Probationary Period As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.

General Information Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.

Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.

Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the ' Apply ' link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, www.rc-hr.com.

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MEDICAL/DENTAL/VISION INSURANCE: A choice of different medical, dental and visions plan are available to elect. The County provides a Flexible Benefit Credit contribution as governed by the applicable LIUNA Memorandum of Understanding to contribute towards the cost of these plans.

Note: Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list here.

MISCELLANEOUS RETIREMENT : County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS).

• Tier I (Classic Member – Formula 3% @ 60): Applicable to current and former County of Riverside local miscellaneous employees hired prior to 08/24/2012 and did not withdraw CalPERS contributions. The employee contribution is eight (8%) percent.
• Tier II (Classic Member – Formula 2% @ 60): Applicable to local miscellaneous employees 1) hired after 08/23/2012 through 12/31/2012; 2) Previously employed with another CalPERS contracting public agency or a reciprocal retirement system, with a break in service of less than six months between the separation date with the previous employer and the appointment date with the County of Riverside. The employee contribution is seven (7%) percent.
• Tier III (PEPRA New Member - Formula 2% @ 62): Applicable to CalPERS local miscellaneous new members hired on or after the implementation of the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) which took effect January 1, 2013. As of July 1, 2020, the employee contribution is 7.25% and subject to change annually.

A new member is defined as any of the following:

• A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who has no prior membership in any California Public Retirement System.
• A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who was a member with another California Public Retirement System prior to that date, but who is not subject to reciprocity upon joining CalPERS.
• A member who first established CalPERS membership prior to January 1, 2013, and who is rehired by a different CalPERS agency after a break in service of greater than six (6) months.

CalPERS refers to all members that do not fit within the definition of a new member as "classic members".

Contribution rates are subject to change based on the County of Riverside annual actuarial valuation.

Note This summary is for general information purposes only. Additional questions regarding retirement formulas can be sent to [email protected] or by calling the Benefits Information Line at (951) 955-4981,

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If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at (888) 225-7377 to determine which retirement tier would be applicable to you. CalPERS is governed by the Public Employees' Retirement Law. The Retirement Law is complex and subject to change. If there's any conflict between this summary and the law, the law will prevail over this summary.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options.

VACATION ACCRUAL (Bi-Weekly Accrual) 0 < 3 year = 80 Hours (10 Days)

4 < 9 years = 120 Hours (15 Days)

10 or more years = 160 Hours (20 Days)

Maximum Vacation leave accumulation is 480 hours.

SICK LEAVE: Four (4) hours Sick Leave accrual per pay period with unlimited accrual.

HOLIDAYS: Normally 12 paid holidays per year

BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: Allowed 5 days (3 days are County paid; 2 additional days can be taken from accrued Sick Leave balance)

BASIC LIFE INSURANCE: Equal to one times annual base salary not to exceed $50,000 of term life coverage. Premiums are paid by the County. Additional Supplemental Life plan is available for employee purchase.

DISABILITY: Short-term Disability benefit pays up to a maximum of $461.54 weekly, payable up to a maximum of 52 weeks.

POST RETIREMENT MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION: A monthly contribution is made by the County towards retiree health insurance offered through the County as governed by the applicable Memorandum of Understanding.

OTHER: There may be other benefit provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding. Please contact the recruiter listed on the job posting directly for more information.