Human Resources Specialist - Confidential

Position Information
Examinations
Written Exam (Weight 30%): May include knowledge of basic human resource programs; basic functions of a human resources department; office operations and clerical functions; business English including Spelling, punctuation, grammar and vocabulary, principles and methods of public relations/customer service and interviewing techniques; data gathering, compilation and report writing, and other relevant topics.
Oral Exam (Weight 70%): Will be conducted for the purpose of appraising training, education, experience, interest and personal fitness for the position.
The Human Resources Division may limit the number advancing to the oral exam to approximately the top 15, based upon the final earned results of the written exam.
If the number of applicants successful on the written exam is insufficient to merit an oral exam, the written exam shall be weighted 100%.
Applicants must attain at least a 70% score on each phase of the examination process.
Minimum Qualifications / Employment Standards
Thirty semester or 45 quarter units from an accredited college or university and two years of related work experience sufficient to obtain the knowledge and skill to successfully perform the essential duties of the job, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
Qualifying related work experience may include job tasks in one of the following areas: talent acquisition, onboarding, payroll, employee relations, and learning and development.
Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Driver’s License is required upon appointment.
Full For Human Resources Specialist - Confidential
All applicable degree, transcripts, licenses and/or certificates must be attached to your application by the final filing deadline of Monday, August 24, 2023. Failure to submit will result in rejection of your application. About Kern County
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