Human Resources Analyst

The City of Goleta invites qualified and motivated professionals to apply for the position of Human Resources Analyst within the Human Resources and Risk Management Division. There is currently one (1) vacancy. This is a dynamic, highly collaborative role that serves as a strategic business partner to City departments, employees, and the community, providing essential human resources and risk management support.

This assignment plays a key role in advancing the City's ACCESS Strategic Plan (Advancing Culture, Connection, Engagement, Safety, and Support) and contributes directly to initiatives that strengthen organizational culture, employee engagement, and workplace well-being.

The ideal candidate will bring at least two years of professional human resources experience-preferably in the public sector-along with strong communication and collaboration skills, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. A passion for public service and a commitment to fostering a positive, inclusive workplace are essential for success in this role.

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to meaningful work, help shape Human Resources and Risk Management policies and practices, and make a lasting impact within a forward-thinking and values-driven organization.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

The following duties are typical for positions in this classification. Depending on the staff assignment, incumbents may not perform all listed job functions, nor are all listed duties necessarily performed by everyone in this class depending upon business needs and changing business practices:

1. Perform a variety of administrative, technical and analytical tasks related to human resources including recruitment and selection, classification and compensation, performance management, employee and labor relations, payroll and benefits administration, and employee training.
2. Interpret policies and procedures; advise supervisors and managers on compliance with employee rights and responsibilities under City policies, labor agreements, and employment laws; respond to requests for information and assistance from employees, management, outside agencies and the public.
3. Coordinate recruitment processes including identifying department needs; setting time schedules; advertising vacancies; identifying and contacting potential candidates; screening applications; preparing and administering written and performance-based tests; identifying panel members and coordinating panel interviews; reviewing and compiling results; coordinating reference checks, criminal background investigations and medical exams; and notifying applicants of results.
4. Coordinate personnel functions with payroll activities; ensure accurate maintenance of personnel transactions and status; maintain confidential personnel records.
5. Administer and coordinate the employee benefits programs including medical, dental, vision, disability, retirement, and COBRA; work with insurance carriers, medical professionals, benefits consultants, on-line enrollment providers, and other third-party service providers for City-related benefit services; implement wellness programs; explain benefit options to employees and develop informational materials; coordinate enrollment (including annual open enrollment), billing procedures, deductions, etc.; coordinate Affordable Care Act compliance program; coordinate compliance with CalPERS retirement requirements.
6. Administer employee leave of absence programs including state paid sick leave, FMLA/CFRA, California Pregnancy Disability Leave, and other appropriate leaves under policy or law.
7. Assist with maintaining and updating the City's classification and compensation program; analyze classification and compensation requests; perform job analyses and desk audits; perform comprehensive compensation surveys and reports; recommend salary placement; update classification specifications (job descriptions) and salary schedules.
8. Administer the annual performance evaluation program; advise supervisors on completing performance evaluations; may assist supervisors to address routine performance issues and disciplinary matters.
9. Administer other human resources programs including the employee training program; background investigations; DMV pull and DOT drug and alcohol testing; federal reporting (EEO, I-9, etc.); tuition reimbursement, etc.
10. Administer risk management related programs, including claims administration, contract review, insurance compliance, and worker's compensation; coordinate and lead the City's Safety Committee; oversee annual safety training plan.
11. Administer and manage the City's ACCESS (Advancing Culture, Connection, Engagement, Safety and Support) Strategic Plan, schedule and lead related ACCESS Team meetings and related trainings, prepare state and federal reports related to workforce demographics; develop policy recommendations; provide regular reports to management.
12. Administer the City's Human Resources and/or Risk Management webpages to reflect current and accurate information.
13. Stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of human resource management; research and assess the impact of new or revised legislation; recommend changes to City policies and procedures.
14. Participate in a variety of special projects; gather and analyze data; make presentations to groups on human resources related topics; prepare new personnel policies and written reports, including reports to the City Council, as necessary.
15. May provide support for labor negotiations activities and participate as part of the management team; draft contract language; perform research activities for salary analysis; analyze and develop cost analyses of proposed salaries and benefits.
16. Train, advise, and actively support human resources clerical and technical staff.
17. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Education, Experience and Training

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree, major course work in human resource management, public administration, business administration, or a related field. In addition to a bachelor's degree, a Human Resources Management Certificate from an accredited university program, SHRM, and/or IPMA-HR is desirable.

Experience:

Two years of progressively responsible human resources experience, preferably within a local government environment.

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Modern principles and practices of public sector human resource management and administration.
• Methods and techniques of recruitment, interviewing and selection.
• Principles and practices of benefits administration.
• Organization and management practices as applied to the analysis, evaluation, development and implementation of programs, policies, and procedures.
• Research, analysis, and reporting methods, techniques and procedures.
• Pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations.
• Modern office practices, methods computers and computer software including Microsoft Word and Excel.

Ability to:

• Perform responsible and difficult professional, technical, and analytical human resources functions involving the use of sound judgment and personal initiative.
• Model exemplary behaviors and conformance to policy expectations.
• Analyze, interpret, summarize, and present administrative and technical information and data in an effective manner.
• Effectively administer a variety of departmental programs and administrative duties.
• Evaluate and recommend improvements in operations, procedures, policies, or methods.
• Interpret and apply the policies, procedures, laws, codes, and regulations pertaining to assigned programs and functions.
• Plan, organize, and execute assignments with minimal supervision and direction.
• Understand and carry out verbal and written instructions; express ideas clearly and concisely verbally and in writing; read, understand, and utilize data.
• Establish and maintain professional and cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Use a computer and utilize software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, database management, and graphics presentations as required by the duties of the assignment.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical and mental demands herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential job functions.

• Mental function: Includes reading, writing, mathematical computations, operating a computer, problem solving, managing multiple projects, calmly handling complaints and problems from irate citizens or contractors, and decision making under stressful conditions.
• Productivity: Incumbents must perform work in an efficient, effective and timely manner with minimal direction.
• Mobility: Incumbents require sufficient mobility to work in an office setting and operate office equipment. Incumbents may be required to perform light lifting and carrying, file documents in various locations and heights, and sit, stand, walk, remain seated, and work at a video display terminal for prolonged periods of time.
• Vision: Vision sufficient to read small print, computer screens, and printed documents, and to operate assigned equipment.
• Hearing: Incumbents are required to hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.
• Environment: Normal office setting with some travel to attend meetings. Incumbents may be exposed to noise and/or dust.
• Other factors: Incumbents will be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends. Incumbents may be required to travel outside City boundaries to attend meetings and to use a personal vehicle in the course of employment.