HUMAN RESOURCES ANALYST SENIOR (EMPLOYEE RELATIONS SPECIALIST)

Arizona Department of Administration•Phoenix, AZ

1d•$23 - $32•Remote

About The Position

Would you like to be part of an amazing team that helps Arizonans thrive? At the Department of Economic Security (DES) we strengthen individuals, families, and communities for a better quality of life. DES is looking for individuals who are committed to service, community, and teamwork. To learn more about DES please visit des.az.gov [https://des.az.gov/]; or click on the link here [https://youtu.be/Nik5MiXqOV8] to view ‘Our DES’ video. Come Join the DES Team! The Department of Economic Security, Benefits and Medical Eligibility (DBME) is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team. Under general direction of the HR Manager, the HR Analyst Senior is recognized as an expert in own area and has specialized depth and/or breadth of expertise in own discipline or function. The individual in this position interprets issues and recommends solutions or best practices; solves complex problems, taking a broader perspective to identify solutions; and acts as a resource to lower level colleagues. This position may lead functional teams or projects. This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures. The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, commissions, many State employees participate in the State's Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Requirements

Current principles, practices and methods used in administration of an HR program.
Federal and state employment laws, state statutes, rules and regulations.
Agency policies, rules and regulations
Principles and practices of modern organizational development.
Computer skills in Google Suite, MS Word, Excel, Access and Internet.
Researching, interviewing, collecting or fact-finding, analyzing data and reporting the results.
Developing and implementing various improvement initiatives for assigned program areas.
Communicating effectively verbally and in writing; establishing priorities among conflicting needs.
Analyze specific problem situations and determine acceptable solutions within the framework of laws, rules and regulations.
Perform research, collect and analyze data and report information; negotiate and apply reason persuasively to resolve employee relation issues.
Comprehend and make inferences from written material, and demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations.
Decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes and work cooperatively and jointly to provide seamless customer service.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or closely related field and two years of experience as an intermediate Human Resources Analyst or equivalent experience.
Relevant Human Resources Certification

Responsibilities

Develop and implement various human resources programs, such as employee recruitment and assessment, classification and compensation analysis, training programs, employee relations, record management, and conducting special research, studies, and projects.
Draft and implement human resources policies and operational procedures and recommend modifications, as appropriate, and provide interpretation to employees regarding personnel actions, evaluations, disciplinary, and related matters.
Develop standard and ad hoc reports, templates, dashboards and other performance related metrics, and provide analytical and HR operational reporting to improve overall HR service delivery and support strategic organizational objectives.
Review organizational structure and make recommendations for adaptations and alignment, and assist management in evaluating a range of clear design options, ensuring decisions align with strategic goals and organizational structure is properly implemented and monitored.
Confer with management and other stakeholders to discuss and clarify projects request and associated issues. Manage stakeholder expectations, communicate project status and issues, and communicate results of project to relevant audiences.
Coordinate, develop and present various training programs and activities to employees and management.
Research, analyze, and present data related to area of assignment, and summarize relevant trends and recommend courses of action.

Benefits

Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans
Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) and long-term disability plans
10 paid holidays per year
Paid vacation and sick time
Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child.
Deferred compensation plan
Wellness plans
Tuition Reimbursement
Stipend Opportunities
Infant at Work Program
Rideshare and Public Transit Subsidy
Career Advancement & Employee Development Opportunities