Human Resources Analyst III (N15)

City of Annapolis•Annapolis, MD

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Annapolis is seeking an experienced, versatile, and strategic HR professional to serve as Human Resources Analyst III. Operating as a senior-level HR generalist, this key team member delivers comprehensive human resources support across a diverse municipal environment. The HR Analyst III balances hands-on administrative execution with strategic oversight across the entire employee lifecycle—including full-cycle recruitment, workplace investigations, employee relations, compensation and benefits administration, performance management, labor law compliance, and HRIS data analytics. The ideal candidate fosters a positive, inclusive workplace culture while ensuring strict adherence to city, state, and federal employment regulations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, Labor Relations, or a closely related field
Minimum of three (3) years of professional-level experience in human resources, employee relations, or a strictly related generalist capacity.
Deep knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws, including EEO, FMLA, ADA, Workers' Compensation, and fitness-for-duty processing.
Strong knowledge of employee relations theories, investigation techniques, conflict resolution, and labor relations principles.
Demonstrated ability to navigate HRIS platforms, generate analytical reports, and utilize office automation software (Microsoft Office Suite, databases, spreadsheets).
Outstanding oral and written communication skills needed to deliver presentations, prepare analytical findings, coach managers, and sustain positive business relationships.
Ability to perform complex research and management studies under tight deadlines with minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

SHRM-CP / PHR or SHRM-SCP / SPHR
PSHRA-CP or PSHRA-SCP (Public Sector HR Association)
CEBS (Certified Employee Benefit Specialist)

Responsibilities

Coordinates and manages the full recruitment lifecycle, including authoring job postings, candidate sourcing, resume screening, structured interviewing, salary negotiations, and exit interview analysis.
Serves as a primary point of contact for employee inquiries; manages complex employee relations matters, conducts formal workplace investigations, mediates conflicts, and champions diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives.
Assists with compensation administration, payroll support, and pay changes. Administers employee benefits programs (health, dental, vision, retirement, leave) including enrollments, qualifying events, and compliance tracking.
Supports goal setting, performance appraisal systems, and manager coaching. Identifies organizational training needs and assists in executing professional development and succession planning initiatives.
Develops and updates HR policies in alignment with federal, state, and local laws (e.g., FMLA, ADA, EEO, Workers' Compensation). Maintains accurate employee records within the Human Resources Information System (HRIS) and conducts internal compliance audits.
Generates HR metrics, custom queries, and analytical reports to inform executive decision-making and support departmental strategic goals.