Human Resources Associate (Risk Management)

This position provides professional support in the administration of the City's risk management programs, including workers' compensation, insurance administration, occupational safety, and claims management. The incumbent works collaboratively with City departments, third-party administrators, employees, medical providers, and other stakeholders to support effective risk mitigation, regulatory compliance, and employee support services. Future assignments may vary based on the operational needs of the Human Resources Department.

The application period is being extended for this recruitment and the number of applications is limited to the first 150 completed applications received. Applications will be reviewed in the order received, and the recruitment may close without notice once 150 completed applications have been accepted. 

IDEAL CANDIDATE:

• Assists in administering the City’s workers’ compensation program in coordination with the Risk Management Division and third-party administrator.
• Monitors industrial injury claims, tracks lost time, reviews documentation, and supports return-to-work and modified duty assignments.
• Coordinates ADA/FEHA interactive process related to industrial and non-industrial injuries.
• Supports administration of the City’s insurance programs, including general liability, property, automobile, and employment practices liability.
• Assists with claims intake, documentation, and communication with insurers, brokers, and legal counsel.
• Reviews certificates of insurance for compliance with City contractual requirements.
• Tracks claims trends, prepares statistical reports, and assists with loss analysis and risk mitigation strategies.
• Ensures compliance with applicable California Labor Code, Cal/OSHA, and public sector reporting requirements.
• Maintains confidential records related to claims, insurance, and risk management activities.

Under general direction, this position performs complex and specialized paraprofessional duties in human resources including benefits administration and risk management. The following tasks are essential for this position. Incumbents in this classification may not perform all of these tasks or may perform similar related tasks not listed here. Duties and responsibilities are of a highly confidential nature in the following areas: 

1. Administers and coordinates a variety of benefit and health programs offered by the City. Verifies and inputs data into various benefit carrier systems; processes enrollments for all insurance programs; monitors and verifies dependent eligibility for benefits; processes COBRA enrollments; monitors retirees’ activity and benefits enrollments coordinating with CalPERS, Social Security, Medicare and COBRA.

2. Coordinates new employee orientations; prepares informational material; explains and interprets health benefits, personnel policies, procedures and programs to new hires.

3. Processes Personnel Actions effecting employee pay and compensation by inputting data into the City’s Enterprise Resource Program (ERP), Tyler Munis and prepares associated statistical reports.

4. Tracks, researches, and reports on various types of Federal and State protected leaves, leaves of absences and responds to inquiries regarding accrual leave banks and policies.

5. Provides support and assistance in classification and compensation, training programs, labor relations, and recruitment and testing as needed.

6. Prepares and processes various highly confidential reports and/or documents. May assist with preparation and coordination of monthly Civil Service Commission agendas.

7. Coordinates leave administration under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) with employees for both industrial and non-industrial temporary and permanent disabilities.

8. Coordinate temporary light duty assignments by verifying work restrictions and release dates with physicians, employees and departments.

9. Provides guidance and information regarding employee benefits plans and resolves a variety of employee questions regarding benefits, coverage and insurance policies.

10.    Responds to inquiries and complaints regarding benefits programs and applicable payroll concerns. Analyzes and participates in resolving problems and issues; conducts research when necessary.

Applicants must receive a passing score on all the following examination components in order to be placed on the eligible list.

• Oral Appraisal Interview (weighed at 100%): To evaluate education, experience, training, and personal qualifications (Tentatively scheduled for the week of July 27, 2026).

• Selection interview with the Human Resources Department. 
• Background and reference check, including live scan fingerprinting. 
• Medical examination; candidates must pass a pre-employment medical examination.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The City of Culver City is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or applicants on the basis of race, sex, age, disability, veteran status, national origin, religion, political affiliation, or sexual orientation/identification.

Conditions of Employment:

• Background/Reference Check: Upon a conditional job offer, a live scan fingerprinting must be completed with acceptable results. Your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with the City. If you are selected as a finalist, you will be contacted to schedule a fingerprinting appointment. Upon hire, the employee is subject to further reporting from the DOJ via subsequent arrest notification.
• Pre-placement medical evaluation including drug screen (select positions).
• E-Verify: Proof of U.S. citizenship, alien residency, or authorization to work in the U.S. will be required at the time of appointment.  

The City of Culver City intends to provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If a special accommodation is desired, please contact the Human Resources Department three (3) business days prior to the test at (310) 253-5640.