Human Resources Analyst

Salary : $76,678.16 - $95,760.34 Annually

Location : Montebello, CA

Job Type: Full Time

Job Number: FY24-24

Department: Human Resources Department (Admin)

Opening Date: 08/29/2024

Closing Date: 9/13/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

APPLICATION FILING PERIOD

This recruitment is scheduled to close on Friday, September 13, 2024. All applicants are encouraged to apply promptly as this recruitment may close at any time without notice. Candidates must upload the following: Resume Cover letter JOB SUMMARY

The City of Montebello is seeking a collaborative and engaged Human Resources professional who is looking to grow and serve in the field of Human Resources. The Human Resources Analyst performs a wide variety of complex human resources functions, including recruitment and selection, performance management, benefits administration, leaves of absence administration, classification and compensation, and employee/labor relations. This generalist position is a great opportunity for someone who is interested in learning about a variety of areas of human resources.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

May exercise supervision over Human Resources Technicians, interns, and part-time staff.

JOB DUTIES Recruits, hires, schedules, assigns, monitors and evaluates assigned department staff Provides for and/or conducts staff development. Establishes work methods and standards; initiates corrective and/or disciplinary action in consultation with higher-level Human Resources staff. Answers general public and employee questions regarding recruitment, employment, employee benefits and personnel office operating methods, policies and procedures. Maintains personnel records for all City employees; processes reports, records and forms required in the administration of the City's personnel programs, advertising, retirement, health and other insurance programs. Ensures that employees are properly credited for benefits and assists them in resolving related payroll discrepancies; processes employee applications and changes to insurance programs and enrolls employees in the Public Employees Retirement System; conducts orientation of new employees including insurance counseling; conducts exit interviews; tracks and prepares performance evaluation reports and distributes to all departments. Provides support to the Civil Service Commission, composes correspondence independently with minimum direction. Arranges and schedules interviews, meetings and appointments. Handles confidential materials and files; conducts research, salary and compensation surveys. Keeps supervisor informed on all matters requiring his/her attention; prepares and processes invoices for payment, reconciles complex insurance billing and invoices; responds to routine matters independently; may be required to coordinate work of clerical staff. Performs other duties as assigned. Knowledge of: Working knowledge of statistics, record keeping systems and general office Applicable City, State, and Federal laws, rules, and regulations affecting public agency personnel and labor relations procedures. Computer applications, word processing, basic spreadsheet. Mathematical computations including basic statistics. Employee insurance and benefit programs and PERS retirement process. Personnel recruitment, examination and selection methods and techniques, classification and compensation principles and labor relations practices Principles and procedures of record keeping. Ability to: Perform responsible and difficult technical personnel work and assignments. Respond to requests and inquiries for information regarding personnel policies and procedures. Work with a variety of computer programs; skillfully use computer and software applications and other standard officer equipment. Maintain confidentiality and employee privacy in personnel matters. Prepare a variety of reports, surveys and presentations. Interpret, explain, apply, and enforce a variety of laws, rules, regulations, policies, practices, benefits and memoranda of understanding to City staff and the public. Effectively represent the personnel and employee relations functions of the Department with concerned individuals, organizations, and other government agencies. Evaluate class specifications to determine appropriate recruiting and examination processes Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships. Communicate effectively orally and in writing. Education and Experience:
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from accredited four-year college or university in business administration, public administration, or a closely related field is required. An Associate's Degree or the equivalent of (60) verifiable college units can be considered as suitable education for this position, if supplemented with additional work related experience. At least three (3) years of increasingly responsible professional experience in human resources management with expertise in one of more of the following areas including recruitment, testing, and selection; employee benefits administration; classification and compensation; wage administration and payroll support; employee and labor relations; workers compensation; personnel records management; administrative, personnel, and analytical functions. Licenses and Certifications: Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Driver's License by time of appointment. Physical Demands

Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; to operate a motor vehicle and to visit various City and meeting sites; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 25 pounds.

Environmental Elements
Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

**As of August 24, 2021, the City of Montebello implemented a COVID-19 Vaccination Policy. Employees must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 before starting work or no later than October 14, 2021. The City encourages applicants to get a free vaccination at a place of their choice or at any walk-in clinic. A candidate's vaccination status will be reviewed as part of the post-offer pre-employment physical examination. Request for exemptions to the mandatory vaccination policy may be submitted for a medical or sincerely held religious belief and will go through a determination process.**

The City of Montebello is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws in its employment actions, decisions, policies and practices. CalPERS 2.7% @ 55 or 2% @ 62, depending on member status Classic members pay 8% toward their employee contribution to CalPERS New CalPERS members pay 7.5% toward their CalPERS retirement 11 medical plans available, including dental & vision coverage, maximum paid by City is $1090.00/mo. (3+-party coverage) Or in lieu of coverage, $350 per month medical incentive plan 12 paid Holidays up to 80 Vacation leave hours up to 96 Sick leave hours $30,000 term life insurance, $30,000 AD&D 30 hours bereavement leave per eligible incident Up to $1,500 per year tuition reimbursement (ANNUAL BUDGET PERMITTING) Deferred compensation plan available Bilingual pay available upon testing up to $150/month Education Incentive Pay Certificate Pay up to $50/month Long Term Disability Program

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Please write a personal statement of interest, describing your career goals and reason(s) for seeking a position with the City of Montebello Human Resources Department. (250 words or less)

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What are three principles/values that have guided you in your career? (250 words or less)

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Briefly describe your Human Resources experience in the following areas: recruitment and selection, benefits administration, leaves of absence administration, employee/labor relations, classification and compensation.

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Did you upload the required resume and cover letter to your application? Yes No

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