Senior Human Resources Analyst

SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCES ANALYST Location Signal Hill, CA : SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCES ANALYST $87,378 - $111,518 annually HUMAN RESOURCES ANALYST $76,545 - $97,692 annually First Review of applications will take place on February 21, 2024. Our City The City of Signal Hill is a desirable place to live and work because of its safe neighborhoods, abundant business opportunities, inclusive culture, and beautiful green spaces. With its central location, the community takes great pride in its recreational amenities which include 11 City parks and open space area covering over 29 acres, an extensive walking trail system, abundant recreation and library programs, and an array of annual events. The City of Signal Hill, with a population of 11,500 and covering 2.2 square miles, is located in Los Angeles County within four miles of the Pacific Ocean. Signal Hill was incorporated on April 22, 1924, roughly three years after the discovery of a vast oil field. Known for its beautiful setting, Signal Hill claims the only accessible high ground for miles around with an impressive hilltop park which provides spectacular panoramic views. Our Team The Human Resources Division is part of the City's Administration Department. We are a team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about engaging employees and fostering a positive work culture throughout the organization. The Human Resources Division enjoys great leadership and support citywide. We are looking for a team player who is passionate about relationship building, innovative human resources strategies, and employee engagement. The ideal candidate will be an experienced human resources generalist with strong analytical skills to support the Division's needs. The Position The Senior Human Resources Analyst is a management exempt position that reports to the Human Resources Manager. Under general supervision, performs a variety of complex journey-level professional, technical, and analytical duties in support of the City's human resources programs, including recruitment and selection classification, compensation, benefits administration, employee relations, workers' compensation and training and employee development; and performs other duties as assigned. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS 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 is further distinguished from the Human Resources Manager by the latter's full management and supervisory authority in planning, organizing, and directing the full scope of operations within the division. The position may be filled at either level based on skill and experience. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply immediately. This recruitment may close at any time once sufficient qualified applications are received. Example of Duties Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include, but are not limited to the following characteristic duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills and characteristics. The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned: EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Plans, designs, and develops recruitment and selection materials and administers examinations; confers with departments to ascertain job assignments and qualifications for new and vacant positions Composes job bulletins and recruitment information; recommends, schedules and coordinates advertising activities in appropriate media Scores and analyzes the results of written, oral, performance and other related employee selection examinations Responds to inquiries regarding employment opportunities with the City Assists with implementation of the City's comprehensive employee benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, pension, long-term disability, 457 accounts and employee assistance programs Assists with training to ensure compliance with the Family Medical Leave Act/ADA/FEHA requirements Develops and revises classification specifications; conducts job analyses and prepares recommendations regarding classification of positions Identifies issues; collects data; analyzes alternatives and makes recommendations Researches rules, regulations, laws, and policies in order to make recommendations on personnel matters Assists in the administration of labor agreements by investigating complaints and grievances, explaining contract provisions, and responding to inquiries from employees Conducts studies and prepares and presents written and oral reports relating to various aspects of personnel administration Develops, analyzes, and responds to salary and benefit surveys, including establishing classification comparability's and analyzes results to prepare reports Participates in research, evaluation, and negotiation of proposed contractual obligations and agreements Coordinates assigned services and project activities with other City departments, divisions, boards, committees, task forces, external organizations, and the general public Responds to and resolves difficult and sensitive inquiries and complaints Attends and participates in professional group meetings Creates and uses spreadsheets, databases, and other personal computer software applications Reports to work as scheduled and works a variety of schedules including evenings, weekends and holidays as required Maintains a regular and consistent attendance record Travels to offsite locations within and outside the City Performs related duties and responsibilities as required Minimum Qualifications Any combination of education, training, and work experience to demonstrate possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform in the position is qualifying. A typical way of obtaining the required qualifications is to possess: EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in public administration, human resources management, labor and industrial relations, business administration or related field; AND EXPERIENCE: Senior Human Resources Analyst: Four (4) years of recent, full-time progressively responsible public human resources professional experience in the areas of classification and compensation, recruitment and selection, employee benefit administration, labor and employee relations; employee development and training; workers' compensation; and other human resource functions or an equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities. Human Resources Analyst: Minimum two (2) years of recent, full-time increasingly responsible public sector human resources professional experience in a generalist capacity. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Strong analytical and quantitative skills, including proficiency with data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, HRIS, Statistical software). Knowledge of HR metrics, laws, and best practices. Excellent writing and verbal communication and presentation skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Strong problem-solving skills and a results-oriented mindset. Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy. Knowledge of NeoGov software a plus. Experience with Tyler-Munis/Incode or other HRIS software a plus. Skills, Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of: Principles and practices of personnel administration including job analysis, position classification, compensation, recruitment and selection Statistical principles and research methods Principles and practices of public administration and organizational development; salary and benefit administration English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation Modern office procedures and methods including computer equipment and supporting word processing and spreadsheet applications Pertinent Federal, State, local codes, laws, and regulations Ability to: Perform professional, technical and analytical personnel tasks Understand City personnel programs and policies and interpret them to employees, management and the general public Understand the organization and operation of the City and outside agencies as related to the personnel function Effectively use job advertising sources, methods and techniques Conduct job analyses and classification analyses Respond to personnel related requests and inquiries from City employees, management, and the general public Collect, compile and analyze information and data Write clear, concise and accurate reports and s Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work Deliver quality customer service Organize and coordinate projects and prioritize activities to meet established deadlines Operate a variety of office equipment including a computer and associated word processing applications Physical Requirements: Ability to operate a variety of automated office machines, including a calculator, copier, personal computer or typewriter. Ability to coordinate eyes, hands, feet and limbs in performing slightly skilled movements, such as data entry. Ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, typically involving lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling, sitting, and/or walking. Ability to maneuver and steer equipment and machinery requiring simple, but continuous adjustments, such as the operation of an automobile. Mathematical Ability: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide. Ability to calculate decimals, ratios, percentages and fractions. Judgement and Situational Reasoning Ability: Ability to use functional reasoning and apply rational judgment in performing diversified work activities. Ability to exercise independent judgement, decisiveness and creativity required in situations involving the evaluation of information against sensory and/or judgmental criteria. Ability to analyze data and information using established criteria, in order to determine consequences and to identify and select alternatives; ability to compare, count, differentiate, measure and/or sort data, as well as assemble, copy, record and transcribe data and information; ability to classify, compute, tabulate and categorize data. Language Ability and Interpersonal Communication: Ability to utilize a variety of advisory data and information, including financial statements, procedures, guidelines, non-routine correspondence, technical operating manuals and laws. Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers, consultants, representatives from other agencies, elected and appointed officials, and the general public, both verbally and in writing. Ability to advise and provide interpretation to others how to apply policies, procedures and standards to specific situations. Ability to act in a supervisory capacity and train others. Environmental Adaptability :
Ability to work in an office environment. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice. Selection Procedure: All statements made on applications are subject to investigation and verification. Falsifying one's education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City of Signal Hill. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed City application and supplemental questionnaire. Admission to the competitive examination may be limited to those whose applications show the best combination of qualifications in relation to the requirements and duties of the position. Any part of the examination process may be qualifying only. Equal Opportunity Employer: The City of Signal Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer and supports workplace diversity. Americans with Disabilities: Applicants with disabilities who require special testing arrangements must contact Human Resources. If you have a disability for which you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources at or (562) 989-7307/4 no later than 5 business days before the test date. Fingerprinting: Applicants who are selected for hire are fingerprinted during the pre-placement processing period. All fingerprints will be processed with the Department of Justice to verify criminal records or absence thereof. Physical Examination: Employment offers are conditional based, upon the successful completion of a medical examination which may include drug and alcohol screening. Physicals are performed by the City's designated physician at the City's expense. Candidates are cautioned not to quit their jobs or give notice to their current employers until they are determined to be medically qualified. Oath and Disaster Service Worker: All City employees are required to sign the Oath or Affirmation of Allegiance for Public Employees upon the beginning of employment. Pursuant to California Government Code Section 3100, all City employees are required to perform assigned emergency service duties in the event of an emergency or disaster and are required to sign a Disaster Service Worker Statement upon hire. Retirement - Provided through the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). Employees will contribute 7% for 2% @ 60 formula, average of the three final years retirement calculation. This retirement benefit is available to those candidates who currently work for a PERS agency or a PERS reciprocal agency or have worked for a PERS agency or a PERS reciprocal agency within the last six (6) months. 2% @ 62 PERS retirement formula - average of the three final years retirement calculation. Employees will contribute 7.75% of the normal cost of the benefit. This retirement formula will be provided to new PERS members and those who been separated from a PERS agency or a PERS reciprocal agency for more than six (6) months. Medical - The City participates in the PERS health benefit program and contributes up to $1,200 per month toward medical premiums. An additional $700 is available for individuals with health, dental and/or vision premiums not fully covered with the $1,200. 75% of any monies remaining (of the $1,200) after medical premiums are paid may be applied toward optional benefits including: vision, dental, or deferred compensation plan. Dental - The City provides $70 per month for dental insurance which is offered through Delta Dental. Vision - The employee-only premium is paid by the City. Insurance - The City provides life insurance equal to three times an employee's annual salary, to a maximum of $300,000. Short and Long Term Disability are also provided. Deferred Compensation - Employees may participate in a deferred compensation program. The City will contribute 4% of a department head's salary upon the employee's contribution of 8% of salary. The City will contribute 3% of a manager's salary upon the employee's contribution of 6%. Flexible Spending Account - Employees may elect to participate in a "pre-tax dollar" flexible spending account for dependent care and/or unreimbursed medical costs. Administrative Leave - Sixty-three (63) hours per year and must be used by the last pay period in the calendar year or be forfeited. Personal Holiday Leave - Thirty-six (36) hours of Personal Holiday Leave and must be used by the last pay period in the calendar year or be forfeited. All new employees receive 3.0 hours of personal leave for each month remaining in the year, including the month they are hired. Vacation - 96 to 176 vacation hours per year, depending on length of service. Holidays - 80 paid holiday hours and 36 hours personal holiday leave annually. Sick Leave - 96 hours of sick leave annually with buyback program in June. Wellness Reimbursement - Annual reimbursement for health club membership, formal wellness programs and medical/dental co-pays and deductibles. $500 for department heads and $250 for managers. Social Security - The City participates in Social Security. Retiree Health Benefits - Based on years of service with the City, a contribution may be made toward the monthly health premium for qualified retirees. Employees contribute 1% of their salary towards their future retiree health benefit. City of Signal Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws. AN EEO/ADA/VET Employer.