Human Resources

Human Resources’ primary role is to support the City of Huntington Beach organization by providing services related to human resources management to approximately 1,000 full-time employees of the City. Human Resources is a division of the Administrative Services Department, providing a wide array of services to City departments to achieve the selection and development of a workforce to provide the highest quality services to the community.

Human Resources

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Application Process

Please note that the City accepts job applications for currently open recruitments only. Be sure to submit your application by the filing deadline. Application materials are reviewed for relevant education, training, and experience. Those applicants who best meet the City's needs will be invited to participate in a selection process, which may include a written exam, performance exam, oral board interview, and/or other selection process. Depending upon the applicant pool, all applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will not necessarily be selected to participate in the hiring process.

Prior to submitting a completed job application, be sure to read the respective recruitment notice for further instructions. Some recruitments may require additional information, such as writing samples or cover letters.

Americans with Disabilities Act

An applicant requiring reasonable accommodation during the application and selection process due to a qualified disability must inform the Human Resources Department at (714) 536-5492 in advance of any deadlines.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Huntington Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, ancestry, national origin, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, disability, or protected rights exercised. Equal employment opportunity will apply to all personnel actions, including, but not limited to, recruitment, selection, training, transfers, promotions, evaluation, compensation, discipline, layoffs, terminations, and rehires.

Provisions of Job Announcements

The provisions of any job announcement do not constitute a contract expressed or implied, and any provisions contained therein may be modified or revoked without notice.