Human Resources Analyst

Human Resources AnalystThe City of Oxnard's Human Resources Department is looking for an enthusiastic and skilled Human Resources Analyst to join our dynamic team. In this role, you'll combine analytical expertise with a passion for peoplehelping recruit, support, and grow the City's talented workforce.As an HR Analyst, you'll play a key role in employee relations, recruitment, and special projects that make a real impact across the organization. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy problem-solving, and take pride in building strong partnerships, we'd love to have you on our team.WHAT YOU'LL DO:Recruiting Attract outstanding talent by designing, planning, and implementing recruiting strategies and programs for professional, technical, managerial, administrative and bargaining unit positions.Employee and Labor Relations Provide exceptional support and guidance to leaders with the goal of organization-wide consistency in applying employment laws, union agreements, compensation, policies and procedures.Human Resources Projects Complete various projects to innovate and enhance human resources services provided.The Human Resources Analyst is a generalist position that will support certain assigned departments within the City. As the first point of contact for those departments, the ideal candidate will be an excellent communicator and a collaborative team member. This individual will have strong organizational skills with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment while engaging in problem-solving within policy and contract parameters.Human Resources Analysts are expected to perform complex, technical and professional level work requiring a high degree of initiative, discernment, oral and written communication skills, critical thinking/analysis, and the ability to successfully manage and de-escalate adverse situations.PAYROLL CLASSIFICATION: Administrative Services Analyst (C)DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:This classification is distinguished from the Administrative Services Coordinator/Support Supervisor in that it performs professional financial, managerial and/or operational analysis work and/or provides professional program analysis, evaluation and administration.SUPERVISION EXERCISED / SUPERVISION RECEIVED:Incumbents may serve as a lead worker, assigning work and monitoring work completion. Receives general supervision and is expected to prioritize work to meet deadlines and to keep the supervisor informed of issues that would impact achievement of a deadline, organizational policy or procedure or in consideration of risk management.WORK SCHEDULE:The normal work week is Monday through Thursday, 8:00 am to 6:00 pm, and alternating Fridays, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. In addition, this position may be required to be available to work additional hours in response to peaks in workloads and changes in department needs. The standard work environment varies depending on assignment but is typically either primarily in an office setting or out in the field. The City does not offer hybrid or remote work.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:This class specification represents only the core areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the Department. Performs professional financial, managerial and/or operational analysis work and/or provides program coordination and administration of assigned area. Responds to inquiries from internal and external customers; conducts research, audits and/or assessments; provides information, guidance and materials in support of designated programs; troubleshoots issues and resolves problems; and, provides project staff support, liaison services and/or general oversight to designated committees, external stakeholders or project teams. Monitors and ensures compliance with policy, procedures, standards and/or regulations. Gathers information, analyzes data, identifies requirements and trends, and presents findings; prepares, updates and maintains records, reports, presentations, marketing materials and databases; provides recommendations and implements solutions in support of assigned area. Provides analytical support and coordination of special projects, as assigned. Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned. Positions assigned to human resources may be responsible for: Providing advice and consultation to managers and supervisors; Performing special projects; Conducting research, analyzing data and preparing reports and recommendations; Coordinating human resources processes such as recruitment and selection, classification and compensation, position control system management, workers' compensation and safety, absence management and the reasonable accommodation process; Ensuring implementation of policies and procedures; Processing and managing workers' compensation claims and modified duty assignments; Providing assistance with legal processes; Providing support for safety training and meetings; Processing disability retirement applications.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:The following are the minimum qualifications necessary for entry into the classification: EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Associate's degree (or 60 units working towards a Bachelor's Degree) in business administration, finance, accounting or a related field, and four (4) years paraprofessional-level experience comparable to an Administrative Services Coordinator/Support Supervisor or an Administrative Services Specialist, Senior with the City of Oxnard in area of assignment; OR Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, accounting or a related field, and two (2) years paraprofessional-level experience comparable to an Administrative Services Coordinator/Support Supervisor or Administrative Services Specialist, Senior with the City of Oxnard in area of assignment. LICENSING/CERTIFICATIONS/OTHER: Valid Class C California Driver's License Must be able to communicate in English effectively, both orally and in writing.GENERAL INFORMATION:APPLICATION PROCESS: Submit NEOGOV/Government Jobs on-line application. Complete and submit responses to the supplemental questions, if required. Upload resume, cover letter, proof of degree (transcript), or other requested documents. Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the online application and include the information only on the resume. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state "see my resume" or "see my personnel file" are considered incomplete and will not be accepted. Cover letters and/or optional resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application. The list of qualified candidates established from this recruitment may be used to fill other full-time, part-time, and temporary assignments. There is currently one (1) full-time vacancy within the Human Resources Department. Selected candidate(s) must pass a thorough background investigation. This position is designated as Confidential and as such is exempt from Union representation, however the terms and conditions of employment fall under the Oxnard Mid Manager's Association (OMMA) labor agreement. For most positions, the City of Oxnard relies on office automation (Microsoft Office/Google) and web-based enabled tools, therefore candidates must be proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform functions associated with on-going work. Regular and reliable attendance, effective communication skills, and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all positions. Employees are required to participate in the City's direct deposit plan and are paid on a bi-weekly basis. This position requires a 12 month probationary period. Pursuant to California Government Code Section 3100, all public employees are required to serve as disaster service workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them. The City of Oxnard is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all qualified applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition, disability or sexual orientation. The City of Oxnard makes reasonable accommodation for individuals/people with disabilities. If you believe you require special arrangements to participate in the testing process, you must inform the Human Resources Department in writing no later than the filing date. The City participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. For more information on E-Verify, please contact DHS. 888-897-7781 If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Jackie Ramos at jackie.ramos@oxnard.org.