Human Resources Analyst - Employment
Working for the City of McKinney is more than a job. It is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. It is also an opportunity to have a hand in the development of one of the fastest growing communities in the nation. In 2014, our community was named "The #1 Best Place to Live in America." Although proud of that honor, everyone on our team is committed to making McKinney an even better place to live, work and raise a family. That's why we exist.
City of McKinney employees work hard and at a very fast pace. However, we also look after and support one another. All of us are guided by four employee-inspired values Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence (RISE). We are also supported by servant-based leaders who foster and support a healthy, family-oriented culture. All new employees are expected to embrace and live by our core values and commit to helping us sustain our exceptional work environment as a high performance organization (HPO).
Under general supervision, this position performs a wide range of duties related to the functions of the Human Resources Department as assigned. This position also provides professional level assistance to the Human Resources Department by researching, collecting, and analyzing data, developing narrative and statistical reports, as well as assisting with projects and special requests, and assisting internal and external customers with HR related matters.
This position performs a wide variety of HR duties, which may include assisting the department in the following areas :
- Maintains Human Resources information on the City's intranet and internet sites.
- Conducts surveys and analyzes findings.
- Gathers data from our benchmark cities via surveys, and creates meaningful information and presentations. May also respond to surveys submitted by benchmark peers as needed.
- Travels to various city locations, trainings, and events.
- May participate in budget preparation and administration by monitoring and controlling expenditures and collaborating with departmental leadership team (DLT) to meet program needs.
- Coordinates with Human Resources department on recognition programs and other special events as assigned.
- Maintains familiarity, provides input and assists with other various internal functions including payroll, benefits, worker's compensation, training, and risk management as requested.
- Prepares, analyzes and evaluates a variety of HR data for presentation to City departments and Human Resources staff.
- Analyzes various functions of Human Resources; makes recommendations to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of HR operations.
- Composes, prepares and reviews a variety of reports, memorandums, presentations and documents as assigned; distributes reports for review and use by Human Resources staff.
- Provides Human Resources information and assistance to internal and external customers.
- Works as a cooperative and supportive member of the HR team to provide exceptional customer service.
- As appropriate and / or assigned, responds to open records requests.
- Complies with all written City policies and procedures.
- Adheres to assigned work schedule as outlined in City and department attendance policies and procedures.
If Assigned to Employment :
Coordinates hiring process for assigned departments, including processing employment requisitions, preparing and posting vacant positions; managing on-boarding process to include E-Verify, processing background checks and employee orientation packets;Acts as a liaison with assigned departments regarding employment procedures; assists with developing pre-employment and promotional processes.Performs quality control for hiring, recruitment, and / or term-related data entered into the HRIS; creates reports and identifies tracking methods for key performance indicators.Plans and manages hiring events and attends job fairs as needed.In conjunction with anticipated position changes (e.g., promotions, demotions, career ladder movements), coordinates the performance management process; update and maintain performance evaluation forms and related documents.Other Job Functions :
Perform other duties as assigned or directed.Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Behaviors :
Ability to embrace and embody the City's core values of Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence (R.I.S.E.).Ability to communicate effectively with peers, supervisors, subordinates, and people to whom service is provided.Ability to produce desired work outcomes, including quality, quantity, and timeliness.Knowledge of classification and compensation practices, as well as, the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and other applicable Federal, state, and city rules, regulations, guidelines, policies and procedures related to classification and compensation programs.Ability to plan and organize work, time, and resources, and if applicable, that of subordinates.Ability to exhibit strong professional judgment, decision-making, and ethics.Skill to interpret and apply pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations, particularly those applicable to human resources management.Knowledge of principles and practices of HR practices, including performance management system development and administration, job analysis and classification, recruitment and employment processes, benefits and retirement administration, and practices of training processes.Knowledge of principles and practices of mathematics and statistics.Skill to operate various types of office equipment including computers and calculators.Ability to tactfully respond to requests and inquiries from employees, supervisors, and the general public.Skill to organize work for timely completion.Skill to research and analyze a variety of information.Use discretion and tact in handling a wide variety of confidential information.Meet the City's driving standards (in order to drive for City business).Ability to work in a team environment; contribute as a team member and treat co-workers, subordinates and customers with respect.Skill to build professional relationships with internal staff and customers.Offer flexibility and adaptability, especially during times of change.Positively influence organization and its employees through words and action.Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.Minimum Qualifications :
Bachelor's degree in human resources, business or a related degree supplemented by two (2) years of relevant experience, working with a variety of human resources and / or compensation concepts, policies, best practices, and procedures.
Preferred Qualifications :
Experience in the public sector and / or working with public sector software applications is preferred.Conditions of Employment :
Must pass a drug screen and background check.Must have Class C Texas Driver's License.Physical Demands / Supplemental :
Tasks involve the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and / or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or work station. Some tasks require visual and sound perception and discrimination and oral communications ability.
Work Environment :
Limited exposure to environmental conditions.