Senior Human Resources Technician

This position participates in a hybrid work schedule upon the recommendation and approval of the supervisor

Under the direction of the Human Resources and Risk Manager, the Senior Human Resources Technician oversees assigned human resources and risk management programs, which may include workers’ compensation, property and general liability, employee training and development, benefits administration, recruitment and selection, classification and compensation, labor relations, and other HR functions.

This position provides advanced, confidential technical and administrative support; researches and interprets contracts and policy documents; processes benefit transactions; assists with recruitments, market surveys, and training coordination; and maintains a variety of technical and confidential records and files. The incumbent may also provide lead direction to technical, clerical, or support staff and student interns, and performs related duties as required.

This is the advanced journey-level, single-position classification in the Human Resources Technician series. It is distinguished from the Human Resources Technician II by its lead responsibilities and the performance of the most complex and sensitive tasks with a high degree of independence and minimal supervision.

The Ideal Candidate will:

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Senior Human Resources Technician is the advanced journey level, single-position classification in the Human Resources Technician series. This classification is distinguished from the journey-level Human Resources Technician II classification by serving in a lead capacity and performing the most complex and difficult confidential technical and administrative support duties with significant independence and limited oversight and direction, including oversight of assigned human resources programs. Work involves significant knowledge of District and departmental policies, procedures, and practices, advanced clerical skills, and familiarity with federal and state laws and statutes. This class may provide lead level support to other Human Resources Technicians and Assistants.

This classification is distinguished from the Human Resources Analyst classification in that the latter performs a variety of professional human resources duties in benefits administration, recruitment/selection, employee relations, classification and pay, and other human resources functions.

Examples of Duties

TYPICAL DUTIES

TYPICAL EXAMPLES OF DUTIES MAY INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING:

Typical Qualifications

Education and Experience - Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain knowledge, skills, and abilities would be the equivalent of:

Education and Experience - Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain knowledge, skills, and abilities would be the equivalent of:

Possession of an associate degree in human resources management, business administration, or a closely related field; and five (5) years of progressively responsible administrative, secretarial, or clerical experience.

Experience within a Human Resources office is strongly desired, particularly with responsibilities comparable to those of Human Resources Technician 2 with the District. However, candidates without direct HR experience will be considered, provided they demonstrate transferable skills, adaptability, and a willingness to learn.

Selection Procedure

Selection Procedure:

Application materials including a supplemental questionnaire must be submitted online at: www.acwd.org/jobs by the final filing date of Friday, June 20, 2025, at 5:00 pm PST. Candidates who present the best job-related qualifications will be invited to participate in a qualification appraisal, which may include a written exercise, as well as an interview by an appraisal panel. Candidates passing the qualifications appraisal process will be ranked on an employment list for further consideration. Top-ranking candidates will be invited to a personal interview with the hiring Supervisor.

Health Insurance: Coverage is provided through the CalPERS Health program. Employees contribute 1.0% of salary toward the cost of their medical benefits. Under the Cafeteria Plan, employees will receive a flex dollar allowance to purchase healthcare coverage, and qualifying voluntary products.

Dental and Vision: Coverage for the employee and eligible dependents is fully paid by the District.

Retirement: California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) benefit depends on whether the employee is a "new" member or "classic" member under state law.

Classic member: Employee who is a member of PERS or reciprocal agency within six months of hire at ACWD. 2.5% @ 55 with 8% employee contribution. $5000 Retired Death Benefit, 3% Annual Cost-of-Living Allowance Increase, Post-Retirement Survivor Allowance to Continue After Remarriage, Pre-Retirement Death Benefits to Continue After Remarriage of Survivor, Additional Opportunity to Elect 1959 Survivor Benefits, 1959 Survivor Benefit Level 4, Unused Sick Leave Credit, Public Service Credit for Peace Corps, AmeriCorps VISTA, or AmeriCorps Service, Military Service Credit as Public Service, Final Compensation 1 Year, Post-Retirement Survivor Allowance, Prior Service. The District picks up 2.5% of the CalPERS retirement contribution.

New member: Employees hired after 12/31/12 who were not members of PERS or a reciprocal agency within the last six months of hire at ACWD. 2% @ 62 with 7% employee contribution. Effective 7/1/23 PEPRA employee contributions will increase to 7.75%. $5000 Retired Death Benefit, 1959 Survivor Benefit Level 4, 3% Annual Cost-of-Living Allowance Increase, Additional Opportunity to Elect 1959 Survivor Benefits, Final Compensation 3 Years, Military Service Credit as Public Service, Post-Retirement Survivor Allowance, Post-Retirement Survivor Allowance to Continue After Remarriage, Pre-Retirement Death Benefits to Continue After Remarriage of Survivor, Pre-Retirement Option 2W Death Benefit, Prior Service, Public Service Credit for Peace Corps, AmeriCorps VISTA, or AmeriCorps Service, Unused Sick Leave Credit.

Social Security/Medicare: The District does not participate in Social Security, but provides a 1.45% matching Medicare contribution.

Retiree Health Benefits: Coverage is provided through the CalPERS Health program. The District's contribution for retiree coverage shall be the PEMHCA minimum contribution as determined by CalPERS on an annual basis. Please refer to the Memorandum of Understanding for various eligibility and plan details.

Employees hired on or after January 1, 2019 will receive a defined-contribution benefit into a retiree health savings account.

Life Insurance: The District provides you with Basic Life Insurance and Basic AD&D Insurance of one and one half times your annual salary to a maximum of $250,000. There is no cost to employee for this insurance.

Long Term Disability: The District provides you with Long Term Disability Income Insurance of 66 2/3% of monthly earnings with a maximum monthly benefit of $15,000.

Short Term Disability: Coverage is provided through the District for employees working more than 20 hours per week at 66 2/3% of base weekly earnings for the first 12 weeks up to a weekly benefit maximum of $2,350.

Deferred Compensation: Optional deferred income plans allowing tax sheltering of current income and payment later as supplemental retirement income. The District pays a match of up to $1,750 per year to the employee's 401(a).

Vacation: 10 days first year, increasing to 25 days after 20 years.

Holidays: 11 days per year.

Sick Leave: 12 days per year

Management Leave: 80 hours to 96 hours of Management Leave per calendar year (depending on classification).

Employee Assistance Program: Up to 6 sessions for employees and family members for professional consultation and short-term counseling for personal problems.

Tuition Reimbursement: The District will reimburse 100% of the total tuition and textbook costs incurred in taking courses outside of normal working hours related to District employment up to an annual maximum of $5,250.