HR Coordinator - Public Infrastructure

HR Coordinator

Make a difference while advancing your HR careerjoin the County of Sonoma's dynamic Public Infrastructure team! Multiple positions are currently available to support this fast-paced and impactful department. Starting salary up to $45.11 / hour ($94,149 / year) and a competitive total compensation package.

The Sonoma County Public Infrastructure (SPI) Department leads the way to a safe and sustainable community by planning, building, managing, and maintaining Sonoma County's investment in quality services and infrastructure. The department's staff of 272 supports the County's critical transportation infrastructure, including bridges, roads, street lighting districts, and traffic signals as well as the procurement and maintenance of equipment, vehicles, and real estate; purchase of goods and services; management of an airport, public transit services, and various capital projects; operation and maintenance of four veteran's buildings and four water systems within the unincorporated areas of Sonoma County; and maintenance of multiple solid waste disposal sites.

As an HR Coordinator at SPI, you will assist our Human Resources / Safety Administrative Services Officer II (ASO) and HR Department Analyst with technical and administrative support on department-wide recruitment, training, safety, disability management, payroll, and employee relations efforts. As a member of the ASO's team of seven, you will support the department's continuity of operations by :

• Growing strong working relationships and assisting your colleagues to better understand their needs and strengths
• Researching rules, regulations, and best practices to assist in the development of special and long-term administrative projects, policies, and procedures
• Coordinating and scheduling interviews, conducting reference checks, coordinating pre-employment background checks, and maintaining personnel files and records
• Reviewing and entering records into our Applicant Tracking and Learning Management Systems (NEOGOV and Saba, respectively)
• Coordinating and attending safety meetings and assisting with the department safety training program
• Helping to ensure compliance with the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) and the Brown Act
• Cross-training on payroll-related functions and learning how to coordinate leaves of absences and request medical examinations for prospective employees

To successfully support the department's human resources functions, the ideal candidates will bring a keen attention to detail, sound judgment, and strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. They will excel in a dynamic, service-oriented environment, demonstrating professionalism, adaptability, and the ability to manage shifting priorities with poise and efficiency. The ideal candidates will also possess many of the following :

Additionally, a sense of humor is a must! While these are serious positions, and while the HR topics we work on are confidential and significant, we value colleagues who can find opportunities and reasons for levity. These roles offer a hybrid work option, with remote work and an in-office presence, based on operational needs.

Working at the County of Sonoma offers expansive opportunities for growth and development, the ability to be a part of a challenging and rewarding work environment, and the satisfaction of knowing you're working to better our communities. You can also look forward to flexible work arrangements and excellent benefits including :

The County of Sonoma offers a rare and compelling array of scenic, recreational, and geographic characteristics that include over 200 award-winning wineries, majestic redwoods, inspiring coastline and beaches, and the vibrant Russian River. Encompassing over one million acres of land and water, rich with agriculture, parks, campsites, lakes, and open spaces, the County is home to over 500,000 residents and offers a wide variety of art and music festivals, farmers' markets, and concert venues. Local schools continually rank high on California's Academic Performance Index, and the Santa Rosa Junior College and Sonoma State University offer higher education opportunities.