What are the responsibilities and job description for the HUMAN RESOURCES ANALYST I position at City of National City, CA?
Description
The Human Resources Department has one (1) Human Resources Analyst I vacancy. Come join our team!
Only the first 50 qualified applicants will be accepted.
Only the first 50 qualified applicants will be accepted.
THE CITY:
Under general supervision, performs a wide variety of journey level professional, administrative, analytical, and coordination duties in support of human resources functions and programs in the areas of recruitment and selection, job evaluation, classification, compensation, workers’ compensation, organizational development and training, and labor and employee relations; conducts, reviews, and presents administrative, financial, and personnel studies and reports; and does related work as required.
DEFINITION:
Key Responsibilities
The following duties and responsibilities are representative of those typically performed by positions assigned to this classification. This position may not perform all of these duties, and/or may perform similar related tasks not listed here.
- Meets, engages, and works with department representatives to fulfill recruitment needs for specific classes; implements recruitment strategies and programs; compiles recruitment and retention data and recommends strategies for improvement; assists with screening, testing, and selection processes and ensures that all phases of recruitment comply with City policies, procedures, and rules, and applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and guidelines; responds to applicant questions and answers inquiries regarding employment opportunities with the City.
- Conducts position classification studies; develops and analyzes surveys and studies regarding compensation and other human resource management issues; performs analyses on salary or benefit program changes; reviews and implements salary structure and merit adjustments in compliance with City policies and procedures; Attends and provides input at various meetings on classification matters; responds to classification, compensation, and benefits surveys from other organizations.
- Prepares and develops analytical loss reports and graphs related to workers’ compensation.
- Reviews invoices for workers’ compensation legal expenses, office expenses, consultant fees, and various insurance programs.
- Analyzes carrier quotes and reviews and interprets agreements to confirm adequate insurance coverage is requested and provided.
- Assists in administering the City's labor relations programs; evaluates changes to bargaining unit memoranda of understanding and recommends any necessary changes to human resources policies and procedures.
- Interprets and explains policies, procedures, rules, and regulations to City management, staff, and the public in assigned areas of responsibility; analyzes proposed legislation and regulations for impacts on City human resources programs, policies, and rules and applies changes as directed.
- Assists in administering City’s equal employment opportunity and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) policies and programs; prepares a variety of reports related to equal employment opportunity and ADA; advises departments on job-related hiring interview and other employment practices; generates and compiles statistical reports.
- Assists management in administering work direction, guidance, and training to other department staff.
- Performs special research and conducts studies as assigned; drafts a variety of reports, memoranda, and other materials.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Training and Experience:
Equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Business, Public Administration, Human Resources, Psychology, or a closely related field; AND two (2) years of paraprofessional human resources experience in recruitment and selection, benefits, risk management, or employee relations; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Knowledge of:
- Principles, practices, and techniques of public human resources management and/or civil service programs.
- Basic labor relations principles and practices, including contract administration.
- Applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and City decisions.
- Research methods and data analysis techniques.
- Uses and operations of a computer and standard business software applications.
- Principles and practices of sound business communication; correct English usage, including spelling, punctuation, and grammar.
- Customer service principles, practices, and etiquette.
- City human resources policies, Civil Service Commission, and department practices and procedures.
Skill in:
- Analyzing problems, evaluating alternatives, and making sound, appropriate recommendations.
- Exercising sound independent judgment and initiative within established guidelines.
- Understanding, interpreting, and explaining the application of policies, procedures, rules, and requirements pertaining to assigned areas of responsibility.
- Understanding and following written and oral instructions.
- Communicating effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Preparing clear, concise, and accurate reports, correspondence, and other written materials.
- Exercising tact and diplomacy in dealing with sensitive, complex, and confidential personnel issues and employee situations.
- Organizing and maintaining accurate and complete specialized files and records.
- Maintaining confidential information.
- Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, OR SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Possession of a valid California Class C driver’s license or other means that would allow for the ability to commute to meetings, conduct site visits and attend other special events throughout the county.
Examination Process
Applicants must submit a City application online through the Human Resources Department web page at www.nationacityca.gov. Applications may be accompanied by a resume describing experience, education, and training in relation to the requirements of the position, however, resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed City employment application.
All applications will be reviewed and only those candidates determined to be most qualified on the basis of experience and education, as submitted, will be invited to participate in the selection process. The selection process may include but is not limited to an oral interview and/or written exams and oral presentations. Successful candidates will be placed on the employment eligible list from which hires may be made. An eligible list is valid for up to one year unless exhausted sooner.
The City of National City is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status or disability.
