Job Details

Human Resources Technician

Position Number: 6754720
Location: Merced, CA
Position Type: Human Resources

Human Resources Technician

Salary: $4,844.00 - $6,131.00 Monthly
Job Type:
Job Number: 20251115
Closing: 12/1/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
Location: Merced College, CA
Department:

The Office of Human Resources is excited to announce two HR Technician openings; one created by an internal promotion and another brand-new position as our team continues to grow! Our HR Technicians serve as HR generalists and are often the welcoming face of the department. From greeting applicants with exceptional customer service, to triaging questions, to providing vital support to our HR Analysts, this role is at the center of our daily operations. HR Technicians also play a key part in driving the college's recruitment efforts, partnering closely with our Recruiter to help bring top talent to the district. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy variety in your day, and bring both creativity and a "get-it-done" mindset, you'll feel right at home here. No two days are alike in HR! We invite you to apply and become part of our collaborative, high-energy HR team!

As you consider this opportunity, know that Merced College is more than a community college - we are a catalyst for transformation, redefining higher education and setting new standards for excellence. Serving nearly 20,000 students each year, we are proud to be a leading center of learning and opportunity in California's Central Valley.

Founded in 1962, Merced College blends a strong tradition of academic excellence with forward-thinking innovation to create an inclusive and engaging environment for students and employees alike. Committed to the well-being, growth, and professional success of our team, we foster collaboration and a supportive culture where every employee is empowered to make a difference. Located in the heart of California's Central Valley, the City of Merced offers a welcoming community of more than 90,000 residents, with easy access to the Bay Area, Sacramento, and Yosemite National Park.

If you are passionate about innovation, equity, and student success, we invite you to join the Merced College team.

Merced College Mission
At Merced College, students are our focus, and we are known by their success. We transform lives through education and workforce development.

Merced College Vision

Enriching our community through educational experiences and support services:

Degree/Certificate Programs
Transfer
Career Technical Education
Workforce Training
Lifelong Learning
Basic Skills
Community Engagement

Merced College promoters student success through equitable access, continuous quality improvement, and institutional effectiveness, all with a focus on student achievement.

Salary Schedule:
Range 22
40 hours/week
12 months/year

General Description:
Under direction, performs varied secretarial and clerical duties; supervises specific functions or has responsibility for performing a segment of the technical/clerical functions of the office, and does related work as required.

Examples of Duties

Essential Functions:

Perform a wide variety of clerical and secretarial duties involving the use of considerable independent judgment and an understanding of departmental functions and procedures
Develop working knowledge of special terminology related to the function to which assigned
Receive visitors and gives out information
Receive and refers calls to proper officials
Assist in the recruitment process and provide information to applicants, including advertising on a variety of internet sites
Assist in the preparation of the application and employment process
Prepare and maintain applicant and employee records
Assist in the scheduling of interviews
Assist with health and welfare benefits
Telephone verification of employment
Assist in the preparation of reports for submission to various offices
Type a variety of materials and initiates and answers routine letters independently
Arrange meetings for the supervisor which involve contact with other departments
Make travel and hotel reservations
Prepare schedules of meetings and ensures that participants are informed of meeting dates
Keep records of various committees
Take minutes
Coordinate workshops
Install and revise filing systems and other clerical procedures
Receive a variety of information which may be of a confidential nature
Order supplies
Maintain budget records and files, prepare information needed for budget development
Operate varied office equipment; requests for any equipment repair
Other related duties as assigned

Knowledge of:

Human Resources policies and procedures
Interpersonal communications
General functions, policies, rules, and regulations of a complex organization such as a community college
Current office methods and practices
Letter and report writing
Word processing, MS Excel spread sheet formulas and functions and data base programs as required to fulfill the duties of the job

Ability to:

Read, understand, learn and apply pertinent procedures and requirements
Perform assigned technical/clerical procedures
Proficiently use the computer and various software applications
Learn new technological processes and applications
Work with the public and other District employees in an effective, tactful, and diplomatic manner
Work independently and with a minimum of supervision
Work cooperatively with others
Promote and incorporate culturally affirming DEIA and anti-racist principles to nurture and create a respectful, inclusive, and equitable learning and work environment. In conducting their duties, staff members shall respect and acknowledge the diversity of students and colleagues.

Typical Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Associate's degree AND at least one year of applicable experience OR
High school diploma OR GED AND four (4) years applicable experience OR
The equivalent education and experience
Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students

Physical Demand and Working Environment

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individual with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Environment:

Work is performed primarily in an office environment with some travel to different sites; incumbents may be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends.

Physical:

Work at a desk, conference table or in meetings of various configurations
Hear and understand speech at normal levels
Communicate so others will be able to clearly understand normal conversation
Read printed matter and computer screens
Stand or sit for prolonged periods of time
Occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist
Lift, carry, push, and/or pull moderate to heavy amounts of weight
Operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard

Vision:
See in the normal visual range with or without correction

Hearing:
Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction

Supplemental Information

How to Apply:

Submit a complete application by the closing date/time on the Merced College career pages at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mccd/transferjobs

Required Documentation:

Letter of interest addressing your qualifications for the position (cover letter)
Resume
Legible, unofficial college transcripts (undergraduate and graduate); transcripts must include the degree major and date the institution granted the degree; official copies are not required unless applicant is hired
List of three professional references (no reference letters permitted)
If applicable, foreign transcripts must include a U.S. evaluation and translation completed by an approved organization

Only the required documentation as listed above will be accepted for this recruitment. Any additional documentation will be removed from your application profile.

Interview Information:

Applicants deemed highly qualified for the position will be invited to participate in onsite oral interviews conducted by a screening committee. A limited number of candidates will be selected to move forward to the interview stage.

Employee Benefits:

Employee Benefits: Health benefits for the employee and all their eligible dependents cost employee's only $12 per month and provide access to PPO medical coverage, PPO dental coverage, VSP Vision coverage, and more! Please visit our Merced College Benefits website for more details about our incredible employee benefits. In addition, sick leave and retirement benefits are also provided.

Condition of Employment:

The selected candidate must be fingerprinted and tested for tuberculosis at his/her own expense prior to the start of employment. In compliance with the Immigration Reform Act of 1986, all new employees are required to verify their identity and the right to work in the United States. All offers of employment are subject to approval by the Board of Trustees. The applicant must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Individuals with disabilities may request any needed accommodation to participate in the application process. Please submit your request with your application to the Human Resources Office.

Merced Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

To apply, visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/mccd/jobs/5143299/human-resources-technician