HUMAN RESOURCES ANALYST/SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCES ANALYST (Risk Management)

Salary : See Position Description

Location : Huntington Beach, CA

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : 0828-1224

Department : Human Resources Department

Opening Date : 01 / 10 / 2025

Closing Date : Continuous

Description

Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis. The first review of applications is scheduled to occur for applications received before 5 : 00 PM on January 27, 2025. This recruitment may close at any time after that date, once a sufficiently strong candidate pool has been established.

Human Resources Analyst Senior Human Resources Analyst

77,933.44 - $104,436.80 Annually

89,585.60 - $120,057.60 Annually

Here in Huntington Beach, we believe passionately that the key to becoming the best beach City in the world starts and ends with finding the right people to join our team. At this time, we have an outstanding career opportunity available, as we're looking for the "right person" to serve as Human Resources Analyst or Senior Human Resources Analyst (Risk Management) with the Human Resources Department.

The current vacancy is assigned to the Risk Management division. The Ideal Candidate will have experience in risk analysis and managing safety and risk management programs, specifically related to Workers' Compensation and General Liability. Proficiency with computer software applications such as Word, PowerPoint, and Excel is essential.

The incumbent will play a key role in OSHA reporting and recordkeeping, ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations. Additionally, the candidate will assist in the development and monitoring of safety committee meetings, fostering a collaborative and proactive safety culture throughout the organization. The successful candidate will also facilitate the DMV Pull Notice Program, ensuring that driver records are accurately managed in accordance with state regulations, Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements, and organizational policies.

If you have a strong background in risk management and are passionate about promoting safety and compliance, we encourage you to apply to this exciting opportunity!

Human Resources Department

Human Resources provides exceptional internal and external customer service in support of the City's Mission Statement and Core Values. Human Resources supports City departments and employees in all aspects of talent management and development, including recruitment, selection, training, and professional development. Human Resources oversees a variety of operational functions, including employee relations, health and retirement

benefits administration, risk management, disability leave and return-to-work management, and classification and compensation.

The Risk Management Division is responsible for managing the City's risk-related programs. Risk Management develops, administers, and coordinates citywide liability insurance and risk management programs, including workers' compensation, liability claims administration, loss prevention, and employee safety. These comprehensive services are provided in compliance with mandated Federal and State labor and employment laws, the City of Huntington Beach Charter, Municipal Code, Personnel Rules & Regulations, and the collectively-bargained Memoranda of Understanding.

The Position

The Human Resources Analyst performs a wide variety of routine professional and technical duties in support of the City's human resources system, including; responsible staff work in workers' compensation, general liability, and / or other employee related programs.

The Senior Human Resources Analyst is the journey level class in the series. Employees within this class are distinguished from the Human Resources Analyst by the difficulty, scope, complexity, and autonomy of the work performed. Employees are typically assigned significant professional responsibilities requiring the exercise of independent judgment in the performance of all duties. It differs from the Principal Human Resources Analyst in that the Principal exercises supervision over professional, technical, and support staff and has authority to recommend to departments, resolutions to technical and administrative issues.

Examples of Essential Duties

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Minimum Qualifications

Education : A Bachelor's degree in human resources, labor and industrial relations, psychology, business or public administration, or other related field (such as insurance, risk management, etc.)

Experience :

Human Resources Analyst : One (1) year of experience in risk management, employee safety, recruitment, testing and examination under a merit system and / or employee benefits

Senior Human Resources Analyst : A minimum of three (3) years of professional experience in recruitment, testing and examination under a merit system; classification and compensation and / or general personnel administration.

License / Certification : Possession of a valid Class C California driver license and an acceptable driving record are required by time of appointment and throughout course of employment.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS :

• Application Review
• Examination(s) - Applicants who BEST meet the City's needs will be invited to a virtual oral exam (weighted 100%). The date will be determined when a sufficient number of applications has been received.
• Selection Interview
• Background Investigation
• Appointment

The City of Huntington Beach offers a comprehensive benefit package to Management Employees' Organization members including :

The SALARY RANGE is composed of seven steps. Merit step increases are based on satisfactory performance.

PROMOTIONS within the City are based upon the merit system principles emphasizing individual ability and utilizing competitive examinations.

TWELVE PAID HOLIDAYS provided per year.

GENERAL LEAVE with pay of 176 hours is granted to regular employees. After four years' service additional general leave hours are earned, up to 256 hours after fifteen years' service.

ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE with pay is granted in the amount of 60 hours per calendar year.

EDUCATIONAL INCENTIVE PLANS are available for eligible employees to develop their knowledge and abilities.

GROUP INSURANCE PROGRAMS are available to eligible City employees. These programs include medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, life and accidental death and dismemberment insurances.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS are available where employees use pre-tax salary to pay for regular child care, adult dependent care and / or medical expenses.

RETIREMENT BENEFITS are provided by the California Public Employee's Retirement System. Every regular employee becomes a member immediately upon employment. Effective January 1, 2013, the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act will apply to new members of CalPERS. A new member is defined as a new hire who is brought into CalPERS membership for the first time on or after 1 / 1 / 13 and has no prior membership in a California public retirement system; is not eligible for reciprocity with another California public retirement system; or is rehired by a different CalPERS employer after a break in service of greater than six (6) months. All employees hired on or after January 1, 2013 will be subject to CalPERS membership review for applicability of PEPRA. Employees enrolled in CalPERS prior to January 1, 2013 are considered classic members.

The benefit formula, final compensation period, and member contribution rate is as represented below :

Classic Miscellaneous Members :

Benefit Formula Miscellaneous 2.5% at age 55

Final Compensation Period 1-year Final Compensation

Member Contribution Rate 9.0% of Reportable Compensation

New Miscellaneous Members under PEPRA :

Benefit Formula Miscellaneous 2% at age 62

Final Compensation Period 3-year Final Compensation

Member Contribution Rate 8.25% of Reportable Compensation (eff. 7 / 1 / 23)

DEFERRED COMPENSATION : Two voluntary deferred compensation 457 plans are available.

CREDIT UNION membership is available to all City employees and provides access to low interest loans.

FLEXIBLE WORK SCHEDULES : Employees will have the option of working a 5 / 40 or 9 / 80 work schedule with Supervisor and Department Head approval. Employees assigned to the Police Department shall retain the option of working the 4 / 10 work schedule with Supervisor and Department Head approval. In order to maintain service to the public, departmental effectiveness, productivity and / or efficiency, a Department Head may assign an employee a different work schedule that is in compliance with the requirements of FLSA with City Manager approval.

NOTE : The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute a contract expressed or implied, and any provisions contained herein may be modified or revoked without notice.

For a more detailed overview of the benefits, review the Memorandum of Understanding and Side Letters at : Click on the links under "Management Employees' Organization".

Do you possess a Bachelor's degree in human resources, labor and industrial relations, psychology, business or public administration, or other related field?

Indicate your level of experience in risk management, employee safety, recruitment, testing and examination under a merit system and / or employee benefits.

The current vacancy is in the Risk Management section. Briefly describe your experience in this area. (If you do not possess this type of experience, enter "N / A".)

Please check the areas for which you possess experience : (Check all that apply)

Please select any certification(s) you possess (select all that apply) :

If you indicated "Other" in the question above, please indicate any relevant certification(s) you possess :

Are you a CalPERS RETIRED Annuitant?

Required Question

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