Description

The salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on the position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization.
In addition to performance-based merit increases, this position is scheduled to receive a 3% salary increase effective July 2026.

This position offers an excellent work-life balance with a 4/10 schedule, providing three-day weekends every week. Depending on departmental needs, the flex day will be either Monday or Friday, giving you extra time to rest and recharge. The City of Cathedral City is a great place to work, offering a competitive benefits package that includes paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; deferred compensation; a cafeteria-style benefits plan; wellness reimbursement; generous paid time off; and more.

APPLY IMMEDIATELY!
This recruitment will remain open until sufficient qualified applications are received and may close without prior notice.

THE POSITION

Under general supervision, provides a variety of routine to difficult administrative support to the Human Resources Division, including employment, classification, compensation, employee relations, benefits and risk management, and general office support functions.

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Positions in this classification typically perform a range of duties at a level of complexity represented by the following types of responsibilities:

• Maintains accurate and up-to-date human resources files, records, and documentation.
• Answers frequently asked questions from applicants and employees relative to standard policies, benefits, hiring processes, etc.; refers more complex questions to appropriate senior-level HR staff or management.
• Maintains the integrity and confidentiality of human resources files and records.
• Performs periodic audits of human resources files and records to ensure that all required documents are collected and filed appropriately.
• Provides general administrative support to the Human Resources functions, including preparing correspondence, memoranda and reports, performing reception functions, processing mail, performing data entry, ordering supplies.
• Assists with the planning and execution of special events. Assists in coordinating recruitment processes, including scheduling exams and interviews; proctoring examinations; and constructing rating notebooks. Prepares and distributes materials; communicates selection process details, processes pre-placement physicals and backgrounds.
• Coordinates background check process for required classifications; maintains updates and clearance reports.
• Assists with the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Pull Program including notification of new and separated employees; monitors program compliance and maintains logs and records.
• Utilizes HR systems including NEOGOV and Tyler Munis to retrieve, organize, and analyze employee data; supports routine reporting and ad hoc data requests.
• Identifies workforce trends and contributes to data-driven HR process improvements through ongoing analysis.
• May perform general assistance tasks related to workers' compensation.
• Participates in conducting onboarding and offboarding.
• City Manager Support: Provide administrative and logistical support for City Manager-led initiatives, interdepartmental programs, and related communications, including scheduling, preparing materials, and coordinating logistics.
• Employee Events Support: Under HR Manager direction, assist with the planning and execution of Citywide employee engagement activities, including recognition events, trainings, all-hands meetings, and special projects.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

Any combination of training and experience that provides the above-listed knowledge, skills and abilities may be qualifying. A typical way of qualifying would be:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent, supplemented by college-level coursework in human resources, business or public administration and/or related training.
• Three (3) years of recent administrative support experience in a confidential office setting.
• Experience working in a public agency and a Bachelor’s degree in a related field are highly desirable.

To view the full job description, click here.

Based on the information provided in the application documents, qualified applicants may be invited for further examination and will either be pre-scheduled by the Department of Human Resources or be invited to self-schedule. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of an initial application screening, a supplemental questionnaire assessment, an oral board exam, or any combination of the above. Responses to supplemental questions may be used as screening and testing mechanisms and will be used to assess an applicant’s ability to advance in the process; as such, responses to supplemental questions should be treated as test examination responses. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications must be submitted through the NEOGOV system. Paper copies of applications are not accepted. All additional application materials as requested in the job announcement (degree/transcripts, certificates, DD-214 if applicable, ADA Accommodation Request) must be submitted by the application final filing deadline.

Any further questions can be directed to the Department of Human Resources at hr@cathedralcity.gov.

DOCUMENT SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS
Candidates must submit official/unofficial transcripts verifying completed courses and degree information upon request.

Americans with Disabilities Act

The City of Cathedral City is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Individuals with qualified disabilities who need reasonable accommodation during the selection process must specify the accommodations needed, in writing, at the time when the employment application is submitted.

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:
A resume and a completed City of Cathedral City application are required. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of City application.

The salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on the position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization. In addition to performance-based merit increases, this position is scheduled to receive a 3% salary increase effective July 2026. This position offers an excellent work-life balance with a 4/10 schedule, providing three-day weekends every week. Depending on departmental needs, the flex day will be either Monday or Friday, giving you extra time to rest and recharge. The City of Cathedral City is a great place to work, offering a competitive benefits package that includes paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; deferred compensation; a cafeteria-style benefits plan; wellness reimbursement; generous paid time off; and more. APPLY IMMEDIATELY! This recruitment will remain open until sufficient qualified applications are received and may close without prior notice. THE POSITION - Under general supervision, provides a variety of routine to difficult administrative support to the Human Resources Division, including employment, classification, compensation, employee relations, benefits and risk management, and general office support functions. TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Positions in this classification typically perform a range of duties at a level of complexity represented by the following types of responsibilities:Maintains accurate and up-to-date human resources files, records, and documentation. Answers frequently asked questions from applicants and employees relative to standard policies, benefits, hiring processes, etc.; refers more complex questions to appropriate senior-level HR staff or management. Maintains the integrity and confidentiality of human resources files and records. Performs periodic audits of human resources files and records to ensure that all required documents are collected and filed appropriately. Provides general administrative support to the Human Resources functions, including preparing correspondence, memoranda and reports, performing reception functions, processing mail, performing data entry, ordering supplies. Assists with the planning and execution of special events. Assists in coordinating recruitment processes, including scheduling exams and interviews; proctoring examinations; and constructing rating notebooks. Prepares and distributes materials; communicates selection process details, processes pre-placement physicals and backgrounds. Coordinates background check process for required classifications; maintains updates and clearance reports. Assists with the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Pull Program including notification of new and separated employees; monitors program compliance and maintains logs and records. Utilizes HR systems including NEOGOV and Tyler Munis to retrieve, organize, and analyze employee data; supports routine reporting and ad hoc data requests. Identifies workforce trends and contributes to data-driven HR process improvements through ongoing analysis. May perform general assistance tasks related to workers' compensation. Participates in conducting onboarding and offboarding. City Manager Support: Provide administrative and logistical support for City Manager-led initiatives, interdepartmental programs, and related communications, including scheduling, preparing materials, and coordinating logistics. Employee Events Support: Under HR Manager direction, assist with the planning and execution of Citywide employee engagement activities, including recognition events, trainings, all-hands meetings, and special projects. Performs other duties as assigned. Education and Experience. Any combination of training and experience that provides the above-listed knowledge, skills and abilities may be qualifying. A typical way of qualifying would be:High school diploma or GED equivalent, supplemented by college-level coursework in human resources, business or public administration and/or related training. Three (3) years of recent administrative support experience in a confidential office setting. Experience working in a public agency and a Bachelor’s degree in a related field are highly desirable. To view the full job description, click here. Based on the information provided in the application documents, qualified applicants may be invited for further examination and will either be pre-scheduled by the Department of Human Resources or be invited to self-schedule. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of an initial application screening, a supplemental questionnaire assessment, an oral board exam, or any combination of the above. Responses to supplemental questions may be used as screening and testing mechanisms and will be used to assess an applicant’s ability to advance in the process; as such, responses to supplemental questions should be treated as test examination responses. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. HOW TO APPLY - Applications must be submitted through the NEOGOV system. Paper copies of applications are not accepted. All additional application materials as requested in the job announcement (degree/transcripts, certificates, DD-214 if applicable, ADA Accommodation Request) must be submitted by the application final filing deadline. Any further questions can be directed to the Department of Human Resources at hr@cathedralcity.gov. DOCUMENT SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS - Candidates must submit official/unofficial transcripts verifying completed courses and degree information upon request. Americans with Disabilities Act. The City of Cathedral City is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Individuals with qualified disabilities who need reasonable accommodation during the selection process must specify the accommodations needed, in writing, at the time when the employment application is submitted. REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:A resume and a completed City of Cathedral City application are required. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of City application.

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