Human Resources Specialist at Coachella Valley Unified School District
About the Employer
Coachella Valley Unified School District covers more than 1,200 square miles of mostly rural desert terrain, serving the communities of Coachella, Thermal, Mecca, Oasis, Indio, and the Salton Sea. The district currently operates fifteen elementary schools, three middle schools, three comprehensive high schools, one continuation high school, and one adult school. Coachella Valley Unified School District has a growing reputation for innovative programs and outstanding staff. Coachella Valley Unified School District has a large Latino and English Learner population that has made tremendous improvements in student achievement in the past few years. We are proud of the accomplishments of our students, teachers, staff, parents and the community that has made that achievement possible. Our district faces some very tough challenges in educating the children of the Coachella Valley. We remain convinced that we can and will continue to improve our educational outcomes so that more of our students go on to college and become respected and respectful members of our diverse global society. Education is the ticket to the future and we are working diligently to make sure that we provide students with opportunities to excel and to prosper.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Definition Under general direction, reviews and responds to leave requests including Family Medical Leave (FMLA) according to established policy, rules, and regulations; provides timely notification/communication to employees and supervisors regarding leaves, absences and tuberculosis test tracking. Provides information and assistance to employees, job applicants and the general public regarding human resources functions, policies and procedures; maintains confidentiality of sensitive and privileged information.
Requirements / Qualifications
Examples of Duties 1. Assists administrative personnel, the general public, agencies, employees and candidates for the purpose of providing assistance, support, information and coordination of classified personnel activities. 2. Processes documents, forms, reports and materials (e.g. employee status changes, employment verification, new hires, reports, requisitions, mail, applications, test scores for applicants, invoices, new hire packets, etc.). 3. May maintain inventory of office supplies. 4. Distributes a variety of items within district, county and/or school site (e.g. sorts mail/packages, mail, supplies, messages paperwork/reports.). 5. Assists in Summer School recruitment for classified staffing needs. 6. Prepares or assists in the preparation of variety of regular and special reports related to classified employee information and other current or historical data as required by the County Office of Education and/or the District. 7. Supports assigned administrator and the District’s human resources department. 8. Attends in-service trainings, staff meetings, workshops, etc. as requested. 9. Utilizes computer software applications (e.g. Microsoft Access, Excel, Outlook, Publisher, Word, and Galaxy (or equivalent human resources data information system) to maintain database information with the ability to create tables, charts and graphs to display data effectively as necessary. See Job Description for complete list of duties and responsibilities. Blank applications will not be accepted.
Job Requirements/Qualifications 1. Combination of training and experience equivalent to three (3) years of progressively responsible clerical, administrative, secretarial, and/or technical experience. 2. Education: High school diploma or equivalent. 3. Other Licenses, Certifications, Bonding, and/or Testing: Valid California Driver License Valid Minimum Liability Car Insurance Fingerprint/criminal justice clearance Tuberculosis clearance Pass District Test PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOUR EDJOIN APPLICATION IS CURRENT AND ACCURATELY REFLECTS YOUR PRESENT POSITION, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE AS THEY RELATE TO THE POSITION FOR WHICH YOU ARE APPLYING. A COMPLETED APPLICATION IS REQUIRED FOR CONSIDERATION. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED, AND INFORMATION PROVIDED SOLELY THROUGH ATTACHMENTS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF A FULLY COMPLETED APPLICATION.
- Letter of Introduction (Letter of introduction tailored to position. )
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three (3) letters required - Professional letters from current or former supervisors dated and signed within the past six (6) months.)
- Proof of HS Graduation (Proof of High School Graduation/GED or Higher)
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
Examples of Duties 1. Assists administrative personnel, the general public, agencies, employees and candidates for the purpose of providing assistance, support, information and coordination of classified personnel activities. 2. Processes documents, forms, reports and materials (e.g. employee status changes, employment verification, new hires, reports, requisitions, mail, applications, test scores for applicants, invoices, new hire packets, etc.). 3. May maintain inventory of office supplies. 4. Distributes a variety of items within district, county and/or school site (e.g. sorts mail/packages, mail, supplies, messages paperwork/reports.). 5. Assists in Summer School recruitment for classified staffing needs. 6. Prepares or assists in the preparation of variety of regular and special reports related to classified employee information and other current or historical data as required by the County Office of Education and/or the District. 7. Supports assigned administrator and the District’s human resources department. 8. Attends in-service trainings, staff meetings, workshops, etc. as requested. 9. Utilizes computer software applications (e.g. Microsoft Access, Excel, Outlook, Publisher, Word, and Galaxy (or equivalent human resources data information system) to maintain database information with the ability to create tables, charts and graphs to display data effectively as necessary. See Job Description for complete list of duties and responsibilities. Blank applications will not be accepted.
Job Requirements/Qualifications 1. Combination of training and experience equivalent to three (3) years of progressively responsible clerical, administrative, secretarial, and/or technical experience. 2. Education: High school diploma or equivalent. 3. Other Licenses, Certifications, Bonding, and/or Testing: Valid California Driver License Valid Minimum Liability Car Insurance Fingerprint/criminal justice clearance Tuberculosis clearance Pass District Test PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOUR EDJOIN APPLICATION IS CURRENT AND ACCURATELY REFLECTS YOUR PRESENT POSITION, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE AS THEY RELATE TO THE POSITION FOR WHICH YOU ARE APPLYING. A COMPLETED APPLICATION IS REQUIRED FOR CONSIDERATION. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED, AND INFORMATION PROVIDED SOLELY THROUGH ATTACHMENTS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF A FULLY COMPLETED APPLICATION.
- Letter of Introduction (Letter of introduction tailored to position. )
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three (3) letters required - Professional letters from current or former supervisors dated and signed within the past six (6) months.)
- Proof of HS Graduation (Proof of High School Graduation/GED or Higher)
- Resume
Comments and Other Information
NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT
NON-DISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF SEX, RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN OR HANDICAP (FEDERAL REGULATION, TITLE IX)
The Coachella Valley Unified School District is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education and in employment and does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, ethnicity, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, immigration status, marital status, national origin, parental status, pregnancy status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. The Board prohibits, at any district school or school activity, unlawful discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying of any student based on the protected characteristics named above. The district assures the lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission or participation in District Programs. Complaints of unlawful discrimination are investigated through the Uniform Complaint Policy and Procedures.
Complaints alleging noncompliance with this policy of nondiscrimination should be directed to the Civil Rights and Title IX & Compliance Coordinator Michael Tittnich at (760) 848-1081. The District’s 504 Coordinator is Julissa Hernandez the Director Student Support Services and can be reached at (760) 848-1156.
Comments and Other Information
NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT
NON-DISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF SEX, RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN OR HANDICAP (FEDERAL REGULATION, TITLE IX)
The Coachella Valley Unified School District is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education and in employment and does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, ethnicity, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, immigration status, marital status, national origin, parental status, pregnancy status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. The Board prohibits, at any district school or school activity, unlawful discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying of any student based on the protected characteristics named above. The district assures the lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission or participation in District Programs. Complaints of unlawful discrimination are investigated through the Uniform Complaint Policy and Procedures.
Complaints alleging noncompliance with this policy of nondiscrimination should be directed to the Civil Rights and Title IX & Compliance Coordinator Michael Tittnich at (760) 848-1081. The District’s 504 Coordinator is Julissa Hernandez the Director Student Support Services and can be reached at (760) 848-1156.
Application Deadline
8/3/2026 4:30 PM Pacific
Date Posted
7/24/2026
Contact
Diana Aguilar
7608481083
7608481083
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$5,194 - $6,623 Monthly
$5,194 - $6,623 Monthly
Add'l Salary Info
Confidential Salary Schedule: $5,194 - $6,623 Monthly Step 12 (A-F)
Length of Work Year
12 months/ 8 hours
Employment Type
Full Time
Location:
Human Resources Department