Human Resources Analyst Trainee

ONLY THE FIRST 200 APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED
Pre-posted for viewing starting Monday, April 27, 2026. Applications will only be accepted online
starting at 12:00 p.m. on Monday, May 4, 2026, until 200 applications have been received
or until 5:00 p.m. on Friday, May 8th, whichever occurs first.

San Bernardino County seeks dynamic, creative and innovative individuals with strong analytical skills looking to start their career as HR professionals.
Opportunity to automatically promote to HRA I (Up to $118,518 annually)
upon successful completion of trainee period.

Bi-annual merit step increases of 2.5% up to Step 16

Under close supervision, Human Resources Analyst Trainees provide professional level HR support in one or more of the following functional areas: recruitment and selection; classification and compensation; benefits administration; equal employment opportunity; modified duty coordination; and centralized investigations. There is an immediate vacancy in the Employee Benefits and Services Division.The resulting eligible list will be used to fill the immediate vacancy and future vacancies as they occur.
Depending on assignment, essential duties include:

• Managing full cycle recruitment and selection processes, including conducting job analysis; planning and managing recruitments; developing job announcements and advertising plans, promotion on social media, local, regional, and national job boards as appropriate; sourcing and engaging talent; evaluating applicant qualifications for employment; developing minimum requirements and predictive selection instruments; ensuring effective communication with applicants throughout the recruitment process; creating a positive applicant experience to maintain engagement and minimize drop-off; reviewing employment practices to increase efficiency while ensuring compliance with internal policies and external laws and regulations; working with managers and assigned client groups to provide guidance, proactively manage problems, and resolve complaints; responding to various human resources inquiries from departments and the public as needed.
• Conducting classification studies of new and existing positions; performing job analysis to establish new classifications; developing/revising class specifications; conducting compensation studies and salary surveys; making salary recommendations for new classifications; conducting total compensation surveys and research in support of negotiation processes; conducting organizational studies, analyzing organizational structures, and making recommendations on organizational realignment.
• Developing, reviewing,and coordinatingcomprehensive employee benefits programs and plans; developing and coordinating Requests for Proposals (RFPs); researching and preparing specifications and evaluating bids; interpreting and monitoring vendor contracts toresolve complex contractual issues and ensure compliance and/or performance; developing a variety of employee benefits materials and conducting informational presentations to employee groups.
• Responding toand investigating complaints of employment discrimination and harassment;conducting in-depth interviews, gathering and evaluating information, determining facts, preparing reports, and making recommendations; researching, interpreting, developing, and providing countywide presentations and trainings on relevant legislation, policies, and procedures; supporting the County's Equal Opportunity Commission; making presentations to new employees, other formal bodies, and the public.
• Employee relations/modified duty coordination, including conducting Interactive Accommodation Process (IAP) meetings; implementing temporary assignments; modifying jobs to accommodate occupational and non-occupational employee injuries/illnesses.
• Employee relations/administrative investigations and other related tasks in support of HR Business Partners or other professional HR staff.

For more detailed information, refer to theHuman Resources Analyst Trainee job description.

This is an Exempt position, receiving a specialized benefits offering. Review the below information to learn about our competitive perks!

EXCELLENT BENEFITSTo review job-specific benefits, refer to:Summary ofBenefitsMemorandum of Understanding (MOU)The County also offers an alternativeModified Benefits Option(MBO)that provides a wage differential of4% above the base salaryrate.
For additional details, visit the following links:County Exempt Compensation Ordinance (PDF)Traditional Benefits Option Summary (PDF)Modified Benefits Option Summary (PDF)
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Pre-employment Process: Prior to appointment, applicants must pass a background investigation, which includes fingerprinting, credit check (if applicable), and/or medical exam, which may include drug and/or TB testing.Travel:Travel throughout the County is required. Employees may be required to make provision for transportation (mileage reimbursement is available at current IRS rates). A valid California driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained for the individual providing the transportation.Promotion:Incumbents in the class of Human Resources Analyst Trainee are eligible for promotion to Human Resources Analyst I($6,902.13 - $9,876.53 monthly) upon meeting the minimum qualifications for Human Resources Analyst I and upon receipt of a satisfactory work progress report. Incumbents must be promoted within 12 months of hire, or employment will be terminated.Sponsorship: Please note, San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.

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A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral/Social/Health Science, Human Resources Management, Organizational Psychology, Communications/Marketing or a closely related field.The Ideal Candidatewill excel in the following:

• ExperiencesupportingHR functions in the areas of recruitment/selection, classification and compensation, benefits administration, equal employment opportunity or employee relations/modified duty coordination for a government agency's HR department.
• Beeager to learn, take on new challenges and not be afraid to ask questions.
• Be a team player with apositive attitude and ability to work cooperatively with peers and clients.
• Possess outstanding analyticalskills and be an innovative problem solver with the imagination and common sense to come up with solutions that are both creative and practical.
• Excellent organizationalskills with the ability to take initiative, adapt,prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Possess excellent written and oral communication skills, advanced computer skills, including MS Office and publishing softwareand experience using multiple social media platforms.

There will be an online assessmentof knowledgeand skills, which may consist of the following areas:

• Personal Effectiveness and Interpersonal Communication
• Human Resources Concepts
• Written Communication
• Analysis and Attention to Detail for Decision-Making

Details of the online assessment process will be emailed once the recruitment has closed.All communications regarding the remainder of the selection process will be via email.Be sure the email provided on this application is always current; it is your responsibility to update your personal information. Update your Spam, Junk, Bulk and Firewall settings as needed to ensure that you receive all information pertaining to this recruitment. Be sure to provide an email address that you check frequently and that will not spam/block/filter communications from email addresses with the following domain _____@hr.sbcounty.gov.

To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records.Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application.

If you require technical assistance, please click HEREto review the Government Jobs online application guide, or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer, or browser used to submit the application.
EEO/ADA:San Bernardino County is anEqual Employment Opportunity (EEO)and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation:If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit theSpecial Testing Accommodations Request Formwithin one week of a recruitment filing deadline.
Veterans’ Preference:Eligible veterans and their spouses or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to theVeterans' Preference Policy.
For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process guide.