HR Technician - Staffing and Recruiting

Provide professional Human Resources services to attract, engage, and retain a workforce that represents and serves our community. The primary focus of the position is in the areas of staffing and recruiting, job classifications, and employee success. Please expect a follow-up email after you apply with more information and next steps. CITY VALUES & EXPECTATIONS * Models and contributes to a positive work environment, culture of communication, engagement, and safety * Communicates effectively and respectfully with employees and the public, including but not limited to those of diverse racial, ethnic, religious, and socioeconomic backgrounds * Works cooperatively as a member of a team; develops and maintains effective working relationships with diverse coworkers and community members; consistently brings a high level of self-awareness and empathy to all personal interactions * Embraces the City's shared values and contributes towards accomplishing the City's vision and goals by being creative, innovative, continuously learning, and communicating clearly * Lead all recruitment and hiring activities for the City by assisting departments with posting positions, managing applicant pools, developing interview processes and questions, and processes for candidate selection. * Develop job descriptions and qualifications, posting positions, screening applications, managing the hiring process, coordinating pre-employment examinations, maintaining eligibility lists, and processing resignations. * Develop and implement processes to screen, test, and interview job candidates. * Establish eligibility lists and conduct background checks on prospective employees. * Initiate job offers for new employees. * Schedule pre-employment physicals and psychological exams. * Support implementing new employee orientation programs that reflects the City's values. * Assist the HR team in maintaining and updating the Compensation Plan. * Support HR Business Partners in assessing positions for position creation and reclassifications. * Assist in completing research projects, salary surveys, and compensation studies. * Other related duties as assigned by the Human Resources Manager. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES REQUIRED * Successfully completes work assignments relative to the quality of work * Ability to prioritize workload appropriately * Awareness, understanding, and implementation of best practices in human resources * Ability to communicate, both orally and in writing, with employees and others in an effective, tactful, and courteous manner * Ability to identify problem areas and to recommend and implement corrective action * Analyze information and exercise good judgment * Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships * Ability to provide excellent customer service and be responsive to the varied needs of employees and departments * Maintain and foster a work environment that supports the City's mission and values * Demonstrates and practices cultural competency MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS  * One of the following combinations of education and experience: * A high school diploma (or equivalent) AND at least six (6) years of human resources experience. * An Associate's Degree in business administration, human resources, industrial relations, or related field AND at least four (4) years of human resources experience. * A Bachelor's Degree in business administration, human resources, industrial relations, or related field AND at least two (2) years of human resources experience. * At least two (2) years of responsible experience in recruitment, including examinations, interviewing, and onboarding SUPERVISION OF OTHERS This position does not supervise others. Anticipated Hiring Range: $35.85 - $38.78 Hourly 2026 Full Salary Range: $35.85 - $49.06 Hourly Full-Time; Non-Exempt; Non-Union; Benefits Eligible The City of Bloomington is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. Applicants who are black, indigenous or persons of color are encouraged to apply. We also encourage women, veterans, members of the LGBTQIA community, and individuals with disabilities to apply. Full Job Description: HR Technician This is a reminder that you should check your Spam/Junk folder as emails from the City of Bloomington might end up being received in those folders and not your inbox. The position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change

Created: 2026-04-15