Human Resources Clerk

Human Resources Clerk

Salary

$4,432.14 - $5,390.67 Monthly

Location

Fontana, CA

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

26-00152

Department

Human Resources

Division

Human Resources Administration

Opening Date

11/05/2026

Closing Date

11/19/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

Bargaining Unit

MC

Max Number of Applicants

200

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Definition

This position is open to the first 200 applications OR

Thursday, November 19,2026 at 5:00PM; whichever occurs first.

Under direct supervision, performs a variety of specialized clerical duties requiring knowledge of Human Resources operations. Positions allocated to this class are distinguished from the clerical series by the performance of duties in support of the labor relations process and are therefore considered confidential.

Examples of Duties: The Human Resources Clerk is assigned primary responsibility for maintaining records, carrying out procedures, preparing a variety of complex documents, and/or effecting public contact which requires considerable knowledge of Human Resources procedures and policies.

Position Snapshot/A Day in the Life: Human Resources is seeking an enthusiastic candidate who will perform as a key member in our dynamic team. Under close supervision, the Human Resources Clerk serves as the first point of contact for the department. The incumbents responsibility is at the front counter. The duties include, and not limited to, greeting and welcoming customers by phone and in-person; maintaining sensitive confidential records; interpreting and relaying basic information about general HR-related policies and procedures; preparing a variety of HR-related documents and reports such as unemployment claims; assisting with the respective HR team member(s) in Benefits, Workers Compensation, Recruitment and Selection, and Risk and Liability; and serving as a "gate-keeper" to the department. The incumbent maintains facility use including the conference and training rooms. The candidates shall track a variety of HR transactions and reports.

Essential Functions

The incumbent must have the ability to:

• Effectively assist the public and employees; answer calls and determine how calls should be routed; direct public and employees to appropriate offices; answer routine questions; and distribute and explain forms, such as, employment applications.
• Prepare, process and review a variety of documents such as applications, employee files, payroll records, for completeness, accuracy and submission standards.
• Type a variety of documents in draft and final form, such as correspondence, forms, and reports; proofreads materials for correct grammar, spelling and punctuation.
• Assist in processing unemployment claims, personnel action forms, and employment verifications.
• Assist in administering the employees benefits program and activities.
• Schedule and organize meetings, sort and distribute mail; maintain employee and departmental files.
• Assist in the recruitment process; mail applicant notifications and administer typing tests.
• Maintain department supplies and process invoices for payment.
• Operate a variety of office equipment including computer; related software, photocopiers, fax machines, and printers.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Perform any other tasks or functions deemed necessary to the daily operations of the employer.

THE ABOVE LIST OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS IS NOT EXHAUSTIVE ANDMAY BE SUPPLEMENTED AS NECESSARY BY THE EMPLOYER.

Working Conditions: Position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting and stooping in the performance of daily activities. The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement and fine coordination in preparing reports using a computer keyboard. Additionally the position requires near and far vision in proofreading correspondence and work related documents. Acute hearing is required when providing phone and counter service.

Experience and Training Guidelines

A combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. The incumbent must have knowledge of:

• Modern office methods and procedures.
• Principles and procedures of record keeping.
• English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.
• Effective public contact techniques.
• Municipal government Human Resources operations.

Experience: One (1) year of clerical experience in a Human Resources Department. Preferred Qualifications: At least two (2) years of demonstrated experience as a human resources assistant or similar. Demonstrated administrative assistant experience in a municipal or governmental environment. Fluency in Spanish.

Education: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by specialized clerical training.

Typing Speed: 45 wpm

The City of Fontana has a flexible benefits plan. This plan allows for employees to select benefits based upon their individual needs. Full-time and Classified Part-time employees are eligible for benefits.

Please click here to view our excellent employee benefit options.

01

What is your highest level of education?

• High School graduate or equivalent
• Some college
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• Doctorate
• None of the Above

02

Please indicate how many years of clerical experience do you have working in a Human Resources Department?

• No experience
• Less than one (1) year.
• One (1) year or more but less than two (2) years.
• Two (2) or more years but less than four (4) years.
• Four (4) or more years but less than six (6) years.
• Six (6) years or more.

03

Please indicate how many net WPM you are able to type?

04

Do you currently possess a valid California Class "C" Drivers License or equivalent?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Fontana

Address 17001 Upland Ave, Suite 270

Fontana, California, 92335

Phone 909-350-7650

Website https://www.FontanaCA.gov/Jobs