Human Resources Analyst

Salary : $24.73 - $35.88 Hourly

Location : Leesburg, FL

Job Type : Full Time

Department : Human Resources

Division : HUMAN RESOURCES

Opening Date : 02 / 11 / 2025

FLSA : Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit : N / A

Nature of Work

The purpose of this class is to perform a wide variety of professional human resource services, which include administrative duties, recruitment / selection, performance reviews, and employee relations. This position works with considerable independence in the performance of administrative tasks and routines. This position is unique in that it performs complex administrative duties in addition to assisting the Human Resources Director and other departments within the organization. Ability to maintain composure and communicate effectively under stress; ability to perform effectively under competing and / or conflicting demands on time and self in a busy environment; skill and tact in dealing with others. Provides information, advice and interpretation of policy, procedures and directives to personnel in subjects such as disciplinary actions, use of performance evaluation system, and a variety of other personnel issues.

Essential Job Functions

• Process written and telephone requests for employment verification by retrieving information from computer and personnel reports.
• Conducts reference and pre employment background checks on job candidates.
• Reviews and analyzes employment applications to match applicants with job requirements, oversees selection and interview process for compliance to policies and procedures. Assists departments with scheduling and administering testing, defining selection criteria, organize and administer exams. Notifies applicants of selection outcome.
• Maintains Human Resources employment opportunities web page by ensuring current job openings are posted and removed in a timely manner.
• Assists with and coordinates New Employee Orientation meetings.
• Effectively handle confidential, difficult and sensitive issues by using tact, diplomacy, and an understanding of the organizational culture, climate and / or politics.
• Understand Personnel Policies and Collective Bargaining Agreements with the ability to apply the appropriate policy to any given circumstance. Understands how policies / guidelines relate to each other.
• Advises employees and distributes information regarding benefits, compensation, policies and procedures; provides assistance and staff support to departments / divisions as requested.
• Responds to complaints and request for information from the public and employees. Investigates complaints and coordinates appropriate actions with other personnel and departments.
• Speaks informally to groups of coworkers, staff in other organizational agencies, the public, and people in other organizations.
• Performs administrative functions such as recording information, providing inputs to budgets, paying invoices and monitoring materials.
• Guides others, making frequent decisions affecting the individual, coworkers, and others that depend on the service or product.
• Compile and prepare reports and documents pertaining to Human Resources monthly reports.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Ability to read, write, speak and communicate using the English language.
• Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy and confidentiality concerning financial and personnel matters.

Minimum Requirements

Requires an associate's degree or any combination of education, training or experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position. Requires two (2) years of experience in public or business administration or related subject and two (2) years of local government administrative experience, preferably in human resources. Three (3) years of clerical and office experience. Experience with word-processing and spreadsheet applications (i.e. : Microsoft Word®™©, Microsoft Excel®™©.) HTE Naviline experience preferred. Must be able to handle confidential and sensitive material. May require occasionally working outside regular business hours. Must possess a valid Florida driver's license and satisfactory driving record as a condition of initial and continued employment. Notary Public (preferred) or ability to acquire upon employment. Professional Human Resources Certification preferred.

Health Insurance : Health Insurance is effective after 90 days of employment. Employees may elect a PPO or HMO plan. Provider is BCBS of Florida.

Dental Insurance : Dental Insurance is effective after 90 days of employment. Employees may elect a PPO or HMO plan. Provider is United Health Care.

Vision Insurance : Vision Insurance is effective after 90 days of employment. Provider is United Health Care.

Employee Wellness Center : Free to employees, dependents, and retirees who are enrolled in the City's health insurance. The EWC provides free onsite Health Risk Assessments, doctor appointments, basic lab work, and some generic prescriptions.

Retirement : A (401A) non-contributory defined contribution pension is provided for general employees. The City contributes 5%.Certified Police employees join the Chapter 185 Plan which requires employees contribute a predetermined percent into the plan. Certified Fire employees participate in a plan which exceeds the requirements of Chapter 175 and which requires employees contribute a predetermined percent into the plan.

All employees may elect to tax defer an amount allowed by the IRS to a 457 deferred compensation account

Life Insurance : $50,000.00 policy - 50% at age 70 for general employees, police and fire - 100% premium paid.

Bereavement Leave : 24 hours of leave with pay.

Holidays : 11 paid holidays.

PTO Sell Back program : Employees are eligible to sell PTO time back to the City, a maximum of 2 times per fiscal year for a total of 160 hours. Employees can only sell back as much PTO time as they have actually used in the previous 12 months. Employees covered by a CBA may sell time a maximum established by their written bargaining agreement.

Computer Purchase : The City will finance the employee's purchase of an approved computer system up to $1,000.00. Total of loan divided by 39 payroll deductions.

Fitness Programs : The City will pay 50% payment of the monthly fee for the employee and spouse for one fitness center each. Participating centers are : Not the Norm Crossfit, Planet Fitness, Anytime Fitness, and Infinity Fitness.

Safety Shoes : The City will pay up to $150.00 per year for the cost of one pair of approved safety shoes / boots for those positions requiring safety shoes / boots.

How many years of experience do you have working in Human Resources and / or HR related functions? Please explain those functions.

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