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Salary : $73,680.00 - $116,760.00 Annually
Location : 505 Forest Avenue, Laguna Beach, CA 92651, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 202601099
Department: Human Resources Department
Opening Date: 06/18/2026
Description
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The City of Laguna Beach is seeking an experienced and innovative Human Resources professional to join our Human Resources & Risk Management Department as a Human Resources Analyst or Senior Human Resources Analyst, depending on qualifications and experience.
This position offers a unique opportunity to support a broad range of human resources functions, including recruitment and selection, benefits administration, onboarding and offboarding, classification and compensation, employee and labor relations, organizational development, and other strategic HR initiatives. The successful candidate will serve as a trusted partner to departments throughout the organization, helping attract, develop, and retain a talented workforce while delivering exceptional public service.
Whether coordinating recruitments, administering employee programs, conducting organizational analyses, or supporting key City initiatives, this position provides the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a collaborative and service-oriented environment.
If you are passionate about public service, enjoy building relationships, and thrive in a fast-paced setting where no two days are the same, we encourage you to apply.
You'll Be Great At:
Building relationships, managing competing priorities, analyzing information, communicating effectively, maintaining confidentiality, and delivering exceptional customer service.
Apply now to be part of the first review! Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis, with the first review on July 2, 2026.
Examples of Duties
What You'll Do:
• Coordinate and administer recruitment and selection activities.
• Administer employee onboarding and offboarding processes.
• Support employee benefits administration and employee inquiries.
• Conduct classification and compensation studies.
• Interpret personnel policies, labor agreements, and employment laws.
• Maintain HRIS data integrity and prepare workforce reports.
• Assist with employee relations, investigations, and performance management.
• Support labor relations, training, wellness, and special projects.
• Partner with departments to provide responsive HR solutions.
The normal duties for the positions can be found in the job descriptions . These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Qualifications
Any combination demonstrating the ability to effectively and successfully perform the duties of the position is considered qualifying.
The minimum qualifications for the positions can be found in the job descriptions
Supplemental Information
This recruitment will establish an eligibility list that may be used to fill future vacancies in the same or lower classifications.
Application/Selection Process: Applications will be screened carefully, and selected applicants will be invited to participate in the Structured Panel Interview. The appointing hiring authority will further review the job-related qualifications of those deemed eligible for hire before making selection decisions. The selection process may be modified based on the needs of the City.
Pre-employment Process: Selected candidates must successfully pass a fingerprint check with the State Department of Justice. Education and employment verification and reference check(s) will also be conducted.
Why work for Laguna Beach: Laguna Beach is a beautiful coastal city located in Orange County, California, with a vibrant art scene and cultural events. We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, including City paid health insurance for employees, retirement plans, and paid time off. The City has a strong commitment to its employees, providing opportunities for professional growth and development through training and education programs.
Equal Opportunity Employer: The City of Laguna Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. We encourage you to inform Human Resources at least two business days prior to the first phase of the selection process if you have a disability that may require an accommodation. EEO/ADA.
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01
I understand and acknowledge that I must thoroughly complete the application and supplemental questions, honestly, truthfully, and to the best of my ability. Qualifications for inclusion in the selection process will be based on a review of the application and supplemental questionnaire responses, not a resume or CV. Resumes in lieu of completed supplemental questionnaire responses will not be accepted. Incomplete responses or "see resume," "see application" responses will be grounds for disqualification.

• Yes
• No

02
What is the highest level of education that you have completed?

• Less than a High School Diploma
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree and higher

03
Please list your degree(s), field(s) of study, and any HR or Risk Management certifications, licenses, or specialized training (e.g., SHRM, PHR, IPMA-HR, ARM, CPRM).
04
How many years of full-time human resources or risk management experience do you possess?

• Less than 2 years
• 2 years, but less than 3
• 3 years, but less than 4
• 4 years, but less than 5
• At least 5 years
• More than 5 years

05
Please indicate if you have two or more years of full-time experience working with the following software:

• NeoGov
• HRIS systems
• Tyler Munis
• Canva
• Adobe Sign for document transformation and electronic signature routing
• SharePoint

06
Please select the areas in which you have professional Human Resources experience (select all that apply):

• Recruitment and Selection
• Benefits Administration and Leave Management
• Onboarding and Offboarding
• Classification and Compensation
• Employee Relations
• Labor Relations and MOU Administration
• Policy Development and Compliance
• Training and Organizational Development
• HRIS Systems, Personnel Records, Data Reporting, and HR Metrics
• Risk Management, including Workers' Compensation, Liability, and Insurance
• Workplace Investigations
• None of the Above

07
Please describe your Human Resources experience related to the areas selected in the previous question. For each area, include your employer, years of experience, primary responsibilities, and level of involvement. Be specific. If you have no experience, please type "N/A."
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