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Human Resources Technician

Salary

$29.24 - $38.60 Hourly

Location

City of Thornton; City Hall, CO

Job Type

Regular Full-Time

Job Number

25253

Department

City Manager's Office

Division

Human Resources

Opening Date

09/23/2025

Closing Date

10/6/2025 5:00 PM Mountain

FLSA

Non-Exempt

WORK HOURS

STANDARD 40 HOUR WORKWEEK

PROBATION

ONE YEAR (IF NOT CURRENTLY A CERTIFIED EMPLOYEE)

STATUS 2

FLSA NON-EXEMPT/CAREER SERVICE INCLUDED

BENEFITS

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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. Interested in working hard and having fun while you work? Apply today!

Under general supervision, performs a variety of administrative and technical duties in support of Human Resources.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

(Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. The list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.)

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.

Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, statutes, and ordinances related to human resource administration.

Knowledge of City of Thornton personnel policies, procedures and Administrative Directives.

Knowledge of the principles and practices of human resource administration.

Knowledge of terminology used in assigned area.

Knowledge of standard office practices and procedures.

Knowledge of basic mathematics, and correct use of grammar, punctuation and syntax.

Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet applications and basic database management.

Skill in performing various special projects.

Skill in basic mathematics, spelling, grammar, punctuation and vocabulary.

Ability to read and comprehend human resource policies, procedures and goals, including Thornton City Code and Administrative Directives, and federal, state and local laws applicable to human resources.

Ability to apply proper legal or administrative procedures for preparing documents specific to human resources.

Ability to operate standard office equipment and software, including personal computers, copiers and multi-line phones.

Ability to prepare, organize and maintain complex filing systems; ability to compile information and prepare detailed reports.

Ability to read, interpret and explain various policies or procedures to employees, applicants and the general public.

Ability to prioritize work effectively and apply independent judgment.

Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with a wide variety of people on an individual basis as well as in a group setting.

Ability to maintain effective work relationships with other City employees, governmental agencies, and members of the general public.

Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Ability to maintain confidential information.

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 but are not limited to application screening beyond minimum qualifications; written, oral, practical exercise or any combination thereof or other job related assessment deemed appropriate by Human Resources.

Your application will be used as a screening tool. Completeness and accuracy are important! Any false or untrue statements or material omissions in the application and related paperwork or during the selection process could disqualify you from consideration.

As a condition of employment, the city of Thornton conducts background investigations for all positions which may also include a review of credit report and/or driving record. A drug screen, physical, and/or psychological examination administered by a city-designated provider will be required for pre-determined positions.

The City of Thornton is an equal opportunity employer.

The City of Thornton offers employees an outstanding benefits package. Benefit eligibility is based on the status of the position. Please email [email protected] to receive a copy of our 2025 Benefits Guide.

Benefits offered may include the following depending on the job type/status of the position:

+ Health Insurance

+ Dental Insurance

+ Vision Insurance

+ Life, Dependent Life & Supplemental Life Insurance Options

+ Voluntary Accidental Death & Dismemberment Policy

+ Flexible Spending Plan

+ Retiree Health Savings Plan

+ Pension Plan & Deferred Compensation Plans

+ Short & Long-term Disability Plans

+ Paid Holidays

+ Vacation & Sick Leave

+ Multilingual Incentive Pay

+ Recreation Pass

+ Wellness Program - Learn more here (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ecAZ5bF8G3UKkXFWVXFFrqVAbC4DQyjc/view?usp=sharing)

+ In-House Training Opportunities

+ Tuition Reimbursement

+ Employee Assistance Program

+ Flexible Schedules

+ Hybrid Schedules