Human Resource Analyst

Overview

THE POSITION
—Join the Department of Corrections Central Human Resource Office as a Human Resource Analyst 4 and help drive effective labor relations. In this role, you will support supervisors, review workplace issues, and guide staff through complex human resource (HR) processes. You will have the opportunity to lead, train, and support team members. This position provides a strong path for professional growth while serving a vital statewide mission.

This position leads employee relations activities by supervising staff, guiding labor relations work, and supporting fair and consistent HR practices across assigned locations. As a Human Resource Analyst 4, you will perform the following duties:

• Staff Supervision:
  Oversee HR staff, assign work, and support performance and training needs
• Labor Consultation:
  Provide guidance on contract interpretation, disciplinary actions, and workplace policies
• Grievance Management:
  Review, track, and respond to grievances and help prepare cases for hearings
• Disciplinary Review:
  Evaluate disciplinary requests and ensure consistency and proper documentation
• Investigation Oversight:
  Coordinate investigations and review findings to support appropriate HR actions
• Policy Participation:
  Assist with drafting policy updates and supporting contract negotiation activities

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday – Friday, with a 30-minute lunch
• Telework:
  You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 3 days per week. To telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Mechanicsburg. Telework is subject to change at any time.
  
  Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• Salary:
  In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable
• Communication:
  You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for notices.

Required Experience, Training & Eligibility

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year as a Human Resource Analyst 3 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Four years of analytical experience that includes three years of professional human resource experience, and a bachelor’s degree; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
• All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during…