Human Resources Analyst

City of Compton•Compton, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, participates in the full range of human resources programs ensuring compliance with City and federal employment related guidelines, with primary responsibility for overseeing employee development programs and initiatives, conducts research, investigates employee or applicant complaints; and performs other related duties. This is the journey level in the Human Resources Analyst job series. This class may be distinguished from the lower (Specialist) level by the complexity and difficulty of work performed.

Requirements

Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Human Resource Management, Business Administration or a related field; AND three (3) years of human resources management experience with experience in employee development programs preferred; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must possess a valid California Class C Driver's License.
Theory, principles and practices of contemporary human resource management including adult learning principles.
City Code, City Ordinances, Standard Operating Manual, personnel policies and procedures, and Memoranda of Understanding provisions.
Instructional design and methods used to develop/present training programs.
Processes for monitoring and evaluating staff training programs and activities.
Methods for identifying and facilitating staff development opportunities.
Processes for developing and administering budgets.
Computer hardware, software and peripherals related to area of assignment.
Record keeping and file maintenance methods, practices and procedures.
Modern office practices and procedures, including business correspondence, record-keeping systems, and office equipment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in employee development programs preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervises daily operations and work flow within area of responsibility; assists with preparation of City Council and Personnel Board agenda items and ensures that all documents (resolutions, ordinances, contracts and correspondence) are timely and complete.
Supervises training activities for the City including the development of training, project management, and the selection and training of trainers.
Identifies staff training and continuing education requirements through the use of surveys and interaction with City employees and management personnel.
Develops and implements a comprehensive master training program based on identified needs.
Selects and secures external training providers and/or develops training in accordance with staff training requirements.
Coordinates, implements, and monitors internal and external training opportunities for City personnel; manages, evaluates, and reports on project development in relation to training.
Develops, coordinates, and/or delivers subject-specific in-house training modules; selects on-staff trainers and develops course content, training objectives, and lesson plans.
May conduct, coordinate, or supervise new employee orientation.
Researches and investigates a variety of complaints, grievances, and charges and prepares responses.
May counsel employees concerning personnel problems and other areas of the City’s personnel management program and services.
Implements human resources policies and programs, audits human resources action requisitions and other human resources forms to ensure compliance with existing HR policies and procedures.
Interprets civil service regulations, union contracts, federal guidelines and regulations, and human resources policies and procedures.
May participate or assist in negotiations with recognized bargaining units by serving as a member of the City’s negotiating team; collecting and presenting data, conducting job audits, field inspections, and special investigations.
Creates, maintains, and updates employment databases and files according to area of assignment.
Prepares publications and procedure manuals.
Investigates employee or applicant complaints or issues.
Assists in the preparation and monitoring of the departmental budget.
Assists with the selection, training, motivation and evaluation of Department personnel, provides or coordinates staff training; assigns and reviews work; works with employees to correct deficiencies; completes employee performance evaluations; implements discipline and termination procedures.
May provide support and assistance in other human resources areas including recruiting, classification, compensation, benefits and labor relations.
Attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of human resource management.
Performs related duties and responsibilities as assigned.