Human Resources Analyst
To perform a wide variety of responsible administrative and analytical support duties in a variety of program areas including recruitment and selection; classification and compensation; employee benefits; organizational development and training; and risk management. To conduct studies and research programs; to participate in special projects and assigned programs; to prepare a variety of financial and statistical reports; to ensure work quality and adherence to established policies and procedures; and to perform analytical and administrative tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility.
Examples of duties include participating in implementing a variety of human resource programs and activities, conducting research, analyzing data, and preparing written and statistical reports for a variety of human resources administrative, operational and policy issues; providing guidance to operating departments on a variety of human resources issues; updating and revising policies, procedures, and regulations and various handbooks as appropriate; providing difficult and complex staff assistance to management staff; monitoring state and federal legislative changes on employment related laws and regulations; planning, developing, coordinating, and facilitating citywide training programs; participating in the coordination of a variety of benefits programs and services; and responding to a variety of surveys including benefits and operational studies.
Knowledge of operations and functions of municipal government, operations and activities of a human resources programs and services, recruitment and selection, classification and compensation, benefits administration, training and development, employee and labor relations, risk management, and related functions in a public sector environment; modern trends and legal issues in the field of human resource management; applicable federal and state benefits and employment laws and regulations; methods and techniques of research and analysis of personnel administration and statistical measurements; adult learning theory and practices; organizational development intervention strategies and evaluation techniques; principles and practices of budget development and administration; basic principles and procedures of record keeping; business letter writing and report preparation; and principles and practices of customer service.
Ability to perform professional, technical and analytical human resources administration work; make independent decisions; collect, compile, and analyze information and data; understand, interpret, and apply general and specific administrative and departmental policies and procedures as well as applicable federal, state, and local policies, laws, and regulations; plan, develop and facilitate a variety of development programs, courses, and seminars; present training programs and classes; prepare clear, concise and accurate reports, memoranda, and related written communications; support city departments with coaching, consulting and development interventions; understand the organization and operation of the city and outside agencies as related to the personnel function; respond to personnel related requests and inquiries from city employees and the general public; plan and organize work to meet changing priorities and deadlines; operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications; use applicant tracking software; respond tactfully, clearly, concisely, and appropriately to inquiries from the public, city staff, or other agencies on sensitive issues in area of responsibility; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.