Human Resources Analyst II - Employee Investigations

Pay Schedule VI, Grade 29, Regular Schedule: 35 hours per week

A vacancy exists in the Employee and Labor Relations Division, Office of Human Resources. A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.
Current and future vacancies occurring in any Office or Department of Baltimore County General Government may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.

All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time.

List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experiences on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Examples of Duties

Under the direction of the senior leadership team, administers the County's Labor and Employee Relations (ELR) program in conformance with Federal and State laws and applicable County rules and policies; and assists with oversight of the daily functions. Handles employee investigations, ADA accommodations, FMLA administration and EAP referrals.

• Assists ELR Division Chief in performing complex, technical and administrative tasks in the fields of labor and employee relations and human resources.
• Assists departments in the interpretation and application of laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures and memorandum of understandings.
• Drafts correspondence, reports and documents; Conducts research on various labor relations or human resources issues.
• Analyze employee and labor relations documents; Assists with identifying areas of compliance vulnerability; Anticipates and mitigates potential compliance risks and challenges. Develops short- and long-term goals to avert risks in partnership with the Office of Law.
• Coordinates with management in providing a variety of employee developmental programs including but not limited to mandatory training programs; Manages the Employee Assistance Program.
• Facilitates FMLA review and approval process, and coordinates with employees to ensure submittals are complete; works with HR Liaisons to ensure FMLA is administered appropriately according to law.
• Engages in Interactive Process for ADA accommodations with employee, managers, HR liaisons, and other impacted parties to ensure the process is adhered to according to law and standards.
• Conducts thorough, professional and effective interviews with individuals accused of violations, witnesses and reporting parties to gather critical facts for informed decision-making.
• Prepares investigation plans and interview questions by analyzing complaints, identifying key issues, potential witnesses and necessary documentation.
• Foster and maintains professional working relationships with Department Heads and HR Liaisons across the county to facilitate collaborative recommendations on investigation outcomes.
• Manages and prioritizes caseloads that includes both administrative tasks and coaching responsibilities.
• Conducts site visit(s) to the complainant's place of employment, if appropriate, as determined by circumstances.
• Analyzes all the gathered information in order to prepare the Workplace Investigation Report and the Conclusion & Recommendation Report.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree, preferably in human resources administration, business or public administration, education, or psychology

plus

two years' professional experience in human resources administration.

(Experience in human resources administration may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of four years for the required education. Education beyond a bachelor's degree in human resources administration, business or public administration, education, psychology, or law may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of two years for the required experience.)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of the County's labor and employee relations; Knowledge of human resources practices, procedures and methods including the bargaining units representing employees of the County.
• Considerable knowledge of the Rules & Regulations of the County's Personnel Management System with emphasis on interpretation and application.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in analyzing facts and arriving at conclusions for recommending action.
• Ability to set up and manipulate spreadsheets using one or more electronic spreadsheet software programs.
• Ability to express oneself and document events effectively and accurately, both orally and in writing with particular emphasis in responding to grievances.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels of the organization, Union Officers and representatives, and others with whom the Division comes in contact in the performance of its work.

Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education

Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required

and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant’s major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Proof of Degree Equivalency

Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (www.WES.org)

Mail or deliver documents to:

ATTN: Employee and Labor Relations - HR Analyst Office of Human Resources

Baltimore County Government 308 Allegheny Ave.

Towson, MD 21204

You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.

EXAMINATION PROCEDURE

Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.

Conditions of Employment

Physical and Environmental Conditions

The work of this classification is essentially sedentary. Some positions may involve occasional travel between work sites.

Employment Background Investigation

Applicants selected for an appointment to a position in Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment background investigation, including, but not limited to a criminal background, education, and fingerprint check.

Employment Benefits for Full-Time, Merit or Classified Employees

Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to full-time,merit or classified employees. Some benefits vary for sworn employees of the Police and Fire Departments. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants.

Smoke free workplace
All Baltimore County offices are smoke free.

Drug free workplace
Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination.

Salary

Annual Salary review - Step increases may be granted on anniversary date based on satisfactory job performance
General Increases - Cost of living increases and adjustments may be granted as legislated.
Longevity Increases - In accordance with the specific pay schedule, a full-time merit or classified employee may receive a longevity increase, equivalent to one step, upon completion of a certain number of years of classified service with the County.

Employee Assistance Program
Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life.

Health Insurance
Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire. Plans offered include:

Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance.

Flexible Spending Accounts
Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs.

Life Insurance
Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000.

Retirement
Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System (ERS), with very limited exceptions.

Paid Leave
Paid benefits listed below vary depending upon the Classification.

Sick Leave
Vacation Leave
Personal Leave
Holidays
Bereavement Leave
Jury Leave
Military Leave

Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union
Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services.

Direct Deposit
Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required.

Educational Assistance
70 to 80 percent tuition reimbursement following successful completion of pre-approved courses related to position. Amount of reimbursement and fiscal year dollar limitations vary with bargaining group.

Deferred Compensation
Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice.

Disclaimer
This is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County. Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration. This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions.