Human Resources Specialist

Be the HR engine behind a mission that matters.

Are you an HR professional who lives in NEOGOV and excels in public-sector HR operations? The Water Replenishment District of Southern California (WRD) is seeking a detail-driven Human Resources Specialist with advanced NEOGOV (HRIS/ATS) proficiency to support recruitment, benefits, training coordination, and HR compliance.

This role is ideal for someone who values precision, confidentiality, and service—and wants their work to directly support a mission-critical public agency.

Opened until filled.  First review of applications will be completed on Wednesday, March 4, 2026.

Under general supervision, performs a variety of responsible administrative, technical, and analytical duties in support of District human resources programs, including recruitment and selection, benefits administration, training coordination, policy compliance, employee communications, and related functions. Incumbents exercise independent judgment and regularly handle highly confidential information.

Recruitment & Selection
 • Review applications, coordinate exams and interviews
 • Maintain recruitment workflows and applicant communications in NEOGOV
 • Coordinate background checks, offers, onboarding, and orientations
 • Support inclusive outreach and recruitment strategies

HRIS & Records Management
 • Maintain employee and recruitment data in NEOGOV
 • Maintain confidential personnel, medical, and benefits records
 • Prepare HR reports and tracking logs

Benefits & Employee Services
 • Process benefits enrollments and changes
 • Assist with open enrollment
 • Reconcile benefit billings and invoices
 • Respond to employee inquiries and verification requests

Training, Communications & Engagement
 • Coordinate HR training and professional development
 • Support employee communications and engagement initiatives
 • Administer service awards and team-building activities

Policy & Compliance
 • Assist with HR policy and procedure development
 • Interpret HR laws, policies, MOUs, and agreements
 • Attend meetings, trainings, and workshops as required

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business or Public Administration, or related field
 • Three (3) years of human resources experience (public sector preferred)
 • Advanced NEOGOV HRIS proficiency is desirable
 • Strong written and verbal communication skills
 • Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment

Application and Selection Process:

To be considered for this opportunity, please complete the application for this position located at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wrd.

Incomplete submissions may result in disqualification. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate further in the screening process, which may include a panel interview and a written exam.

Final candidates must be able to prove their ability to work legally in the U.S., pass a background check, and a physical exam.

The District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.