Human Resources Analyst

City of Menifee • Menifee, CA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

This recruitment is being held to establish an open eligible list to fill current and future Human Resources Analyst positions. This recruitment may also be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower classifications throughout the City of Menifee. The City of Menifee is a vibrant and rapidly growing municipality located in southwestern Riverside County, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for its residents through innovative public service and strategic development. The Human Resources Department serves as a dedicated partner in building a high-quality, people-centered organization for the City of Menifee. Guided by a mission to deliver policy-compliant, professional, and responsive services, the department works to attract, develop, empower, and retain a diverse and highly qualified workforce. HR supports all city operations through fast and friendly customer service, comprehensive recruitment and selection processes, robust employee training and development programs, and the administration of essential employee benefits. The department also oversees Risk Management, fostering a culture of safety that protects city personnel, property, and resources. Together, these functions strengthen the organization and contribute to a safe, resilient, and thriving Menifee. This role will be assigned to the Talent Management Team. The ideal candidate is a proactive, analytical public-sector HR professional who seamlessly translates complex data into clear, strategic recommendations. You possess a strong foundational knowledge of human resources, recruitment, labor relations, and employment law, allowing you to hit the ground running and work independently with minimal supervision. You bring a modern, strategic approach to the entire employee lifecycle, from developing recruitment campaigns to partnering with department heads. Highly adaptable and solution-oriented, you are comfortable with shifting priorities and tight deadlines while navigating sensitive workforce matters with the utmost discretion, tact, and confidentiality.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, with major coursework in business administration, public administration, human resources or a closely related field.
• Three (3) or more years of progressively responsible professional experience in human resources administration.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate California driver’s license.
• Must complete the FEMA ICS 100 and 200 and IS 700 and 800 courses required by the Department of Homeland Security within three (3) months of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Foreign degrees require an evaluation of U.S. equivalency by an agency that is a member of the National Association of Credential Services (N.A.C.E.S.).

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate full-cycle recruitment activities, including developing modern, engaging job announcements, screening applications, managing evaluations/examinations, and facilitating hiring panels.
• Elevate the City’s presence as an employer of choice by leveraging social media, professional networks, job boards, and community outreach.
• Ensure a smooth, welcoming, and professional onboarding experience that introduces new hires to our culture from day one.
• Conduct classification and reclassification studies; perform wage, salary, and benefit surveys to keep our compensation competitive in the market.
• Interpret personnel rules, policies, and labor laws for managers and employees; research and draft modern updates to the employee handbook and civil service regulations.
• Assist in compiling data, preparing cost calculations, and generating charts for employer-employee labor negotiations.
• Develop clear, comprehensive reports, trend analyses, and recommendations for executive leadership and stakeholders.
• Serve as liaison with departments, contractors, and external recruiters to ensure alignment with City talent management objectives.
• Carry out additional responsibilities as assigned to support organizational risk reduction and safety initiatives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level