Job detail for Human Resources Assistant

Position Overview

***** This recruitment is limited to the first 150 applications received and will close to the public without notice while still accepting applications from internal employees.

The City of Henderson announces an examination to create a consideration for hire list and to fill two (2) vacancies for the classification of Human Resources Assistant (Part-Time) within the Department of Human Resources. The consideration for hire list may be utilized to fill vacancies for this classification for up to one (1) year.

Under general supervision, performs administrative support in one or more functional areas of Human Resources; provides customer service and assistance to City employees and the general public; and performs related duties as assigned.

**Please Note:**The current vacancies are within the HR Administration and Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) divisions; however, the consideration for hire list established from this recruitment may also be used to fill positions in other divisions within the Human Resources Department including: HR Administration, Recruitment & Talent Acquisition, and Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS). If you are interested in any/all of these functional areas of Human Resources, we encourage you to apply!

Below are examples of key functions within each area. Please review the official job description for a complete list of :

• HR Administration:Provides front desk support, verifies employment, assists with filing, and posts jobs daily.

• Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS): Supports the systems, data, and technical processes that help HR deliver services and support to the organization.

• Recruitment and Talent Acquisition: Assists with recruitment processes, including preparing documents, proctoring assessments, entering scores, and career outreach.

VACANCY INFORMATION:

• This is a part-time, non-PERS eligible position.

• This position does not qualify for employer-paid benefits, paid time off, wage increases, or union representation

• This position requires enrollment in the City's Alternate Retirement Systems (ARS)

• Work schedule will consist of an average of 19 hours/week (Monday - Thursday). Hours per week may increase or decrease based on Department need

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Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or equivalent
• One (1) year of office administrative/customer service experience in a Human Resources, or similar, environment
• Note: An equivalent combination of related training and experience may be considered
• Proficiency in keyboarding sufficient to type 35 net words per minute
• Must pass a nationwide fingerprint-based record check, and a wants/warrants check
• Must complete Security Awareness and National Crime Information Center (NCIC)/Nevada Criminal Justice Information System (NCJIS) certification within six months of hire/transfer and be recertified every year. Must maintain certifications in NCIC/NCJIS as a condition of continued employment

Required Documents/Assessment Information

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION:

1. Completed Employment Application

ASSESSMENT DATES:

Initial Skills-Based Keyboarding Examination* (Pass/Fail) - Test invitations and instructions will be sent on September 15, 2026, and due on September 17, 2026.

(All Candidates)

*Candidates will be required to pass the keyboarding portion of the assessment process based on the number of net words per minute (WPM) listed in the minimum qualifications. Please click here for more information on our keyboarding examination and to access the practice test.

Recorded Video Assessment (Pass/Fail) - Administered online from October 1, 2026 - October 12, 2026

(Best-Qualified Candidates)

Structured Selection Interview (Weighted 100%)     -     Thursday, October 22, 2026

(Best-Qualified Candidates)

All applicants will be notified by email or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS:

If you are invited to participate in the assessment process, you will be required to self-schedule through the City of Henderson online application system. Please check your email and/or text messages on a regular basis after submitting your application for complete instructions, which include where and when to report.

The assessment and selection process for this position will take place on the dates listed above. All candidates who wish to be considered for this position will need to be in Henderson, Nevada, and make themselves available to participate in the testing process at any time on any of the dates listed above.

Selection Process

The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best-qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.  It is the responsibility of the candidate requiring accommodation to contact the Human Resources Department (preferably in writing) at the time of application.

Appointment may be subject to the successful and timely completion of a post offer pre-employment background investigation and medical/physical examination, including a drug/alcohol test. Please see the job description to view the physical requirements. The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards.