Human Resources Employment Specialist (Recruitment) at Orange County Department of Education
About the Employer
The Orange County Department of Education (OCDE) serves some of Orange County’s most vulnerable student populations and provides support and mandated fiscal oversight to 28 school districts serving more than 600 schools and approximately 475,000 students. In addition to providing direct instruction to students through its own alternative and special education programs, OCDE administers an array of programs and services that are critical to the operations of local school districts and community colleges, facilitating professional development, legal guidance, payroll, career and technical education support, high-speed internet access, Local Control and Accountability Plan assistance and approval, resources for families, and student enrichment. OCDE’s vision is that “Orange County students will lead the nation in college and career readiness and success.” Department staff are working to achieve this goal in collaboration with educators at all levels of student development, from early childhood through higher education, and in partnership with families, businesses and community organizations.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Human Resources provides services to the internal operations of the Orange County Department of Education and technical/advisory support to Orange County school districts, community colleges, and other agencies. The Human Resources Department works to build a world class educational organization by offering proactive services in Human Resources, Benefits, Risk Management, Safety/Emergency Preparedness, and Employer/Employee Relations. The Orange County Department of Education (OCDE) is currently recruiting for an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Human Resources Employment Specialist. This position will partner with OCDE managers to develop and implement recruitment/selection plans specific for each vacant position. The selected individual works with a great degree of independence to guide managers through the recruitment process, from advertising to interview coordination to candidate selection. HR Employment Specialists are responsible for managing multiple recruitment processes simultaneously, ensuring appropriate progress and timely correspondence with applicants. Successful candidates have excellent business writing skills and are comfortable working with all levels of management within the organization.
Requirements / Qualifications
Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: • Associate’s degree in management, human resources, psychology, sociology, or a closely related field • At least four years of progressively responsible experience in human resources functions, including specific experience in conducting applicant recruitment/selection • Experience in the California public education system is especially desirable.
There is one supplemental question in the application. Please note that the EdJoin system will time-out after a 20-minute period of perceived inactivity. To assist you in the preparation of your application, the supplemental questions are listed here. Your responses should be thoughtful and thorough, and within the limit of 5,000 characters or less. We recommend that you prepare your responses in advance of beginning the application. 1. Can you describe your experience in developing and implementing recruitment and selection plans for vacant positions? How do you ensure that the plan is tailored to each position's specific needs and requirements? 2. Have you worked with job posting platforms like EdJoin before? Can you provide an example of a successful job posting and advertising strategy you've used in the past to attract qualified candidates? 3. Are there any specific experiences or achievements in your career that demonstrate your ability to excel in this role, such as exceeding recruitment targets or streamlining processes? Notice to Applicants: If you require accommodation in the application process, please inform us.
Requirements / Qualifications
Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: • Associate’s degree in management, human resources, psychology, sociology, or a closely related field • At least four years of progressively responsible experience in human resources functions, including specific experience in conducting applicant recruitment/selection • Experience in the California public education system is especially desirable.
There is one supplemental question in the application. Please note that the EdJoin system will time-out after a 20-minute period of perceived inactivity. To assist you in the preparation of your application, the supplemental questions are listed here. Your responses should be thoughtful and thorough, and within the limit of 5,000 characters or less. We recommend that you prepare your responses in advance of beginning the application. 1. Can you describe your experience in developing and implementing recruitment and selection plans for vacant positions? How do you ensure that the plan is tailored to each position's specific needs and requirements? 2. Have you worked with job posting platforms like EdJoin before? Can you provide an example of a successful job posting and advertising strategy you've used in the past to attract qualified candidates? 3. Are there any specific experiences or achievements in your career that demonstrate your ability to excel in this role, such as exceeding recruitment targets or streamlining processes? Notice to Applicants: If you require accommodation in the application process, please inform us.
Comments and Other Information
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the completed online application.
Before receiving authorization to work in this position, the individual selected will be required to provide a current negative TB authorization, within the last 60 days, and submit fingerprints for the purpose of conducting a confidential background investigation and record check. The tests are arranged and paid for by OCDE.
The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires employers to verify the employability of all new employees. Before the Department will finalize an offer of employment, the candidate selected will be required to show original documents which establish both the individual’s identity and employment authorization. The candidate must also sign a statement under penalty of perjury regarding his/her employability.
We reserve the right to reopen, readvertise, or delay filling this position.
AA/EOE/ADA
Comments and Other Information
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the completed online application.
Before receiving authorization to work in this position, the individual selected will be required to provide a current negative TB authorization, within the last 60 days, and submit fingerprints for the purpose of conducting a confidential background investigation and record check. The tests are arranged and paid for by OCDE.
The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires employers to verify the employability of all new employees. Before the Department will finalize an offer of employment, the candidate selected will be required to show original documents which establish both the individual’s identity and employment authorization. The candidate must also sign a statement under penalty of perjury regarding his/her employability.
We reserve the right to reopen, readvertise, or delay filling this position.
AA/EOE/ADA
Application Deadline
11/17/2023 4:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
11/1/2023
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
Classified, Range 47 $5,300 to $6,960 monthly. Placement based on education and years of experience.
Length of Work Year
260 Days/12 Months
Employment Type
Full Time
Benefits
We provide a safe, caring, courteous, and professional environment that fosters collaborative work and individual development for employees. OCDE offers generous, comprehensive, tax-free insurance benefits options to full-time members of the staff. Benefits may be prorated for employees working fewer than 12 months per year or less than full-time. Benefits packages include medical, dental, and vision care insurance for employees and their eligible dependents, and life insurance for employees.