Human Resources Analyst

The ideal candidate is a human resources professional who thrives in a fast-paced municipal environment and brings a strong balance of technical expertise, sound judgment, and collaborative problem‑solving skills. This individual demonstrates a high level of professionalism, discretion, and independence while providing responsive and solutions‑oriented HR support to departments across the organization.

• Proven experience administering a broad range of human resources programs, including recruitment and selection, classification and compensation, benefits administration, leaves of absence (FMLA/CFRA), workers’ compensation, risk management, training and development, and employee and labor relations.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage complex, varied assignments requiring analytical thinking, interpretation of laws and policies, and the exercise of discretion and independent judgment.
• Experience conducting recruitments from intake through appointment, including examination development, candidate screening, interview coordination, eligibility list preparation, and job offer administration.
• Working knowledge of public‑sector employment practices, civil service systems, and labor relations environments is highly desirable.

• Analytical & Research
  
  Skills:
  
  Ability to conduct salary surveys, organizational studies, and policy analyses; interpret data; and develop well‑reasoned recommendations.
• Communication & Consultation:
  Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex HR concepts clearly to employees, supervisors, and executive leadership.
• Program Coordination:
  Demonstrated success coordinating training programs, benefits open enrollment, and leave administration processes with attention to detail and customer service.

• Trusted advisor who builds credibility and effective working relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrates sound judgment, confidentiality, and tact when handling sensitive and confidential matters.
• Highly organized, able to manage multiple priorities, establish timelines, and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Collaborative team member who can also provide technical and functional guidance to support staff as needed.

• Proficiency with Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) and the ability to maintain accurate employment records in compliance with legal requirements.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office and related HR systems; ability to prepare clear reports, correspondence, and presentation materials.

• Coordinates and implements recruitment processes for City departments; confers with departments to identify departmental needs; coordinates and/or produces recruitment flyers and position announcements; screens applications and identifies qualified applicants.
• Develops examination plans; validates test instruments; organizes/administers written, performance, and oral examinations; compiles test scores and prepares eligibility list and candidate information; coordinates and/or conducts interviews, extends job offers, and ensures adherence to applicable human resources policies.
• Monitors leave of absence programs ensuring legal compliance; reviews and analyzes family and medical leave applications; makes recommendations and develops employer response; interprets human resources policies and procedures with regards to benefits and paid and unpaid time‑off options for employees; educates employees and managers on policy and legal compliance regarding leaves of absence.
• Administers the City’s employee benefits programs; acts as liaison to various third‑party benefits administrators and health carriers; conducts agency‑wide open enrollment for benefits; prepares open enrollment benefit materials and literature.
• Develops and participates in employee relations activities; reviews performance evaluations for consistency and makes recommendations; works closely with management on issues that require resolution or contract clarification.
• Coordinates employee training activities, including identifying…