Senior Human Resources Analyst

City of Santa Monica•Santa Monica, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Plans, supervises, coordinates, and performs specialized professional-level work related to the recruitment, selection, classification, compensation, personnel assignment administration, leave administration, organizational development, training, labor relations, employee relations, and/or employee benefits within the Human Resources Department. This role works under the administrative supervision of the Human Resources Manager and exercises general supervision over assigned professional, technical, and clerical staff.

Requirements

Knowledge of principles, practices, techniques, and methods of human resources management and administration, including principles and practices of equal employment opportunity, personnel selection and recruitment, job evaluation, classification, compensation, organizational development, training, benefits, labor relations, and employee relations.
Knowledge of organizational and management practices as applied to the analysis, evaluation, development and implementation of human resources programs, policies, and procedures.
Knowledge of research and reporting methods, techniques, and procedures.
Knowledge of sources of information related to a broad range of human resources programs, services, and functions.
Knowledge of principles and methods of project management.
Knowledge of principles and procedures of statistical and administrative record keeping.
Knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws.
Knowledge of principles of report writing.
Knowledge of modern office practices, procedures, and equipment, and computer software applications.
Knowledge of correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary.
Knowledge of principles of customer service.
Ability to express technical concepts clearly, concisely, and persuasively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to plan, organize and coordinate a variety of complex and technical personnel functions.
Ability to supervise, train, and evaluate subordinate staff.
Ability to collect, compile, and analyze data to make sound recommendations on complex issues.
Ability to research, analyze, and evaluate human resources programs, policies, and procedures.
Ability to independently perform the full range of responsible and difficult analytical and administrative work involving the use of independent judgment and personal initiative.
Ability to interpret and apply pertinent policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
Ability to independently compose correspondence and memoranda, and prepare clear and concise reports.
Ability to keep abreast of current developments within human resources.
Ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with City employees and the general public.
Ability to provide effective customer service.
Ability to work confidentially with discretion.
Minimum Qualifications: Option A: Education: A master’s degree from a recognized accredited college or university in human resources management, industrial and organizational psychology, a human resources administration specialty, or a related field. Experience: Two years of professional experience in employee recruitment, employee selection, classification, compensation, personnel assignment administration, leave administration, organizational development, training, benefits, labor relations, or employee relations.
Minimum Qualifications: Option B: Education: A bachelor’s degree from a recognized accredited college or university in human resources management, public or business administration, a behavioral science, or a related field. Experience: Three years of professional experience in employee recruitment, employee selection, classification, compensation, personnel assignment administration, leave administration, organizational development, training, benefits, labor relations, or employee relations.
Minimum Qualifications: Option C: Education: Any bachelor’s degree from a recognized accredited college or university. Experience: Four years of professional experience in employee recruitment, employee selection, classification, compensation, personnel assignment administration, leave administration, organizational development, training, benefits, labor relations, or employee relations.
Possession of or the ability to obtain and maintain a valid Class C driver license or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job related essential functions.

Nice To Haves

Experience leading the work of others.

Responsibilities

Plans, supervises, coordinates, and performs specialized professional-level work in support of the division.
Hires, trains, and evaluates assigned professional, technical, and clerical staff.
Oversees the research, collection, and analysis of information from various sources on a variety of specialized human resources topics.
Interprets data, identifies alternatives, and makes sound recommendations.
Oversees and participates in the preparation of comprehensive technical reports and summaries.
Counsels managers, supervisors, and employees on City policies, practices, procedures, and the interpretation of collective bargaining agreements and state and federal laws pertaining to human resources administration.
Assists in the development, review, and coordination of changes in rules, regulations, and policies.
Investigates and analyzes legal problems and consults with legal staff as directed.
Assists in the development and implementation of new or revised human resources programs, systems, procedures, and methods of operation.
Assists in the negotiation of wages, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment with recognized bargaining units.
Reviews various publications and attends seminars, workshops, and conferences to identify and evaluate developments and trends in human resources administration.
Delivers presentations to City leadership, employees, and other groups on issues related to human resources.
Oversees the acquisition and administration of third-party vendor contracts.
Performs other duties as assigned.