Senior Human Resources Analyst

• Develops and implements new or revised programs systems procedures and methods of operation;
• Prepares and presents written and oral reports relating to various aspects of personnel administration and labor relations;
• Participates in the collective bargaining process by conducting research; preparing comparability analyses and various reports in support of negotiation and arbitration.
• Develops compiles and analyzes statistical data and surveys;
• Conducts various personnel and disciplinary investigations;
• Develops recommendations for resolution of inquiries and complaints to both the internal organization and external agencies;
• Research compiles and evaluates job analysis information and test validation data;
• Develops employment selection examinations performs analysis for validation studies and modifies tests based on analysis;
• Coordinates schedules and administers a variety of written performance and oral employment examinations including those in the public safety promotional series;
• Develops classification specifications and conducts special studies audits and projects and makes recommendations;
• Develops and coordinates outreach recruitment resources and activities;
• Develops coordinates and conducts training and development programs;
• Evaluates requests for leave and reasonable accommodations;
• Administers requests to fill positions employee transfers hiring appointment onboarding and layoff processes; interviews and examines candidates; administers employee discipline.
• Negotiates resolutions to grievances; investigates complaints of serious employee misconduct and complaints; enforces MOUs to ensure consistent departmental compliance with provisions and acts as a Skelly officer in employee disciplinary hearings.
• May provide professional and technical support to City-wide management and supervisory personnel regarding employment disciplinary and performance issues and grievance policies and procedures and make recommendations regarding personnel-related issues;
• May provide professional and technical assistance to City-wide management and supervisory personnel as it relates to interpretation compliance and implementation of state and federal employment laws;
• May assist in formulating and implementing bargaining strategies and techniques
• May conduct research in preparation for negotiations fact-finding or grievance arbitration;
• May assist in negotiations of wages hours and other terms and conditions of employment;
• May assist active employees with the interpretation and application of CalPERS rules and regulations;
• May serve as the liaison between the City and CalPERS regarding retirement training counseling and post-retirement follow-up;
• May coordinate automation projects write specifications work plans and time estimates;
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Applicable federal state and local laws regulations and ordinances;
• Principles and terminology of employment selection position classification and salary administration;
• Job analysis and compensation methodology;
• Principles and practices of effective customer service techniques;

• Operate a personal computer and business software;
• Understand and interpret policies and procedures and explain them to others;
• Collect evaluate and interpret data and make sound recommendations on complex issues;
• Write clear concise reports and other materials;
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing;
• Use critical judgment in the evaluation of data and the development of plans tests reports and other materials;
• Establish and maintain working relationships with those encountered in the course of work including various levels of professional managerial administrative and
• technical personnel.
• Maintain and administer a complex classification and compensation plan;
• Analyze problems identify alternative solutions project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals;
• Research analyze and evaluate new program techniques methods and procedures; gather display and analyze statistical data;
• Work cooperatively with other departments City officials and outside agencies;
• Respond tactfully clearly concisely and appropriately to inquiries from the public City staff or other agencies on sensitive issues in the area of responsibility;
• Communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing;
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Three (3) years of increasingly responsible professional experience in human resources or related experience
• Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in human resources public administration business administration organizational psychology or a closely related field.
• A Masters Degree in Human Resources Public Administration Business Administration Organizational Development Industrial Relations or a closely related field may be substituted for one year of the required experience.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Class C California Drivers License.

• PHR IPMA-CP or SHRM-CP certification is desirable.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

This recruitment is open and continuous and applications will be accepted until the role is filled.The City reserves the right to extend the closing date or close this recruitment without notice. Individuals determined to be qualified and best aligned to the position will be invited to participate in the selection process.

HOW TO APPLY
To be considered please submit an online application including a cover letter resume and proof of education (if qualifying with a degree) in PDF format. Applications that fail to include all necessary documents may be considered incomplete and may not be considered.

Applications will be reviewed for depth and breadth of experience and level and relatedness of education. The most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in further selection procedures. The selected candidate may be required to undergo a background check and a physical examination prior to appointment. Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements including submission of all required attachments will not be considered. For questions regarding this recruitment please contact Human Resources at .

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of South Pasadena is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce. The City of South Pasadena is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments management staff and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. If a special accommodation is desired or if you would like to request this information in an alternative format please email the HR division at

FAIR CHANCE ACT

The City of South Pasadena is committed to providing fair opportunities to all applicants including those with a criminal history. Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act we will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of South Pasadena has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction provide evidence to mitigate concerns or challenge the accuracy of the background report. For more information about the Fair Chance Act please visit Experience:

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