Under general direction, oversees the administration of various advanced professional and technical human resources functions.  Areas include public sector human resources administration; labor relations; employee relations; classification & compensation; benefits administration; EEO/ADA; employee leaves of absences; employee recruitment and selection; workers’ compensation; training and development; performance management; and other Human Resources programs/functions; as determined by the Human Resources Director; to oversee and participate in analyzing various human resources functions; to provide information and assistance to City employees and the general public regarding human resources activities, policies, and procedures; to coordinate assigned activities with other divisions, outside agencies, and the general public; and to provide highly responsible and complex staff assistance to the Human Resources Director or other management staff. 

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

The Principal Human Resources Analyst is distinguished from the Senior Human Resources Analyst by the responsibility for supervision of advanced professional and technical areas of the Human Resources Department.

 SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:

Receives general direction from the Human Resources Director. Exercises direct supervision over professional, technical and clerical staff.

• Serves as an advisor and/or liaison in various aspects of human resources administrations; advises employees, managers, and supervisors on established policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Conducts special studies and prepares reports on various human resources program activities; presents recommendations for consideration by management.
• Evaluates programs within assigned area of responsibility; recommends new programs based on cost/benefit analysis; functions as project lead for programs, ensuring projects are completed in a timely manner; follows-up on projects to ensure they meet the original objective and recommends modifications as necessary.
• Supervises employees, which includes: prioritizing and assigning work; conducting performance evaluations; ensuring staff are trained; and making hiring, termination, and disciplinary recommendations.
• Manages the employee development process, which includes: participating in the design and presentation of training materials; assisting management and supervisory staff in the performance management process; providing career counseling and guidance; and performing other related activities
• Evaluates assigned programs and reviews policies, procedures, and methods used relative to effective utilization of resources and achievement of goals; formulates, recommends, and/or implements action for program improvement.
• Interprets and explains human resources management provisions of laws, rules, policies and agreements to the City's management, employees, employee organizations, and the public.
• Administers, evaluates, implements, and supervises new hire orientation and onboarding programs; conducts individual and/or group orientations, meets and/or interacts with service providers for online onboarding programs including program development, training, implementation, and ongoing compliance and system upgrades.
• Administers, evaluates, implements and supervises benefits programs including, but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), and disability insurance, former employee and retiree programs, leave programs, Section 125 cafeteria and flexible benefit plans, employee assistance and wellness programs, reimbursement programs, and post-employment benefits program.
• Performs classification and compensation studies, which includes: conducting job analysis; conducting and responding to compensation studies and analysis; interpreting and applying classification and compensation methodologies, policies, procedures, and applicable laws; representing the organization in meet and confer processes with bargaining units; serving as a project manager; providing recommendations on pay structures; preparing written analysis and agenda items; and performing other related activities.
• Administers the Human Resources Information in the City’s ERP system, including processing personnel actions, position control, and maintaining the table of classification titles, and salary schedules.
• Administers the recruitment and selection process, which includes: recruiting, coordinating, strategizing, and managing the recruitment process; designing tests and selection components; applying selection procedures, applicable Memorandum of Understandings (MOUs), employment resolutions/agreements and applicable laws; managing interdepartmental recruitment teams; providing hiring recommendations to management and supervisors; representing the organization at meet and confer processes and selection appeals and filings; and performing other related activities.
• Develops, analyzes, evaluates, and constructs job-relevant written, oral, performance, and other specialized tests; conducts specialized research in test development and validation including item analysis.
• Meets with employees and employee groups to discuss grievances, complaints, and problems, and resolves them in cooperation with line management and employee groups consistent with the City's applicable policies and MOUs.
• Conducts a wide variety of employee investigations to determine appropriate disciplinary actions; attends grievance hearings with department managers, recommends a course of action, and assists department managers in determining security precautions if needed; investigates and makes decisions regarding grievance disposition.
• Facilitates labor relations, which includes: preparing labor relations documents and contract language; developing and recommending labor relations policies; representing the organization in meetings with bargaining units; interpreting contract language and providing guidance to management and employees; participating in developing negotiating strategies; conducting special reports; preparing reports; and performing other related duties.
• Maintains knowledge of all relevant local, state, federal and other regulatory agency laws, rules, regulations, and policies to ensure program compliance.
• Develops, implements, and administers various human resources programs within assigned area of responsibility by performing duties which may include: preparing Council staff reports; RFP's; evaluating bids, and making recommendations; serving as liaison to service providers, consultants, and third party administrators to ensure compliance with contracts; reviewing and making contract recommendations regarding amendments, renewals, and discrepancies; and other related activities.
• Directs and ensures the maintenance of records and preparation of reports necessary for program operations; prepares correspondence and reports as required.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

EDUCATION:
Possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Human Resources, Public Administration, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field is required. Experience, education, and training must provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below.
 
Possession of a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Human Resources, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field is highly desirable.
 
 EXPERIENCE:
Six (6) years of progressively responsible municipal experience in human resources administration, including two (2) years of supervisory experience, which includes a minimum of one (1) year experience as a Sr. Human Resources Analyst, Human Resources Analyst II or similar.

REQUIRED LICENSE/CERTIFICATION: 
 
Possession of IPMA-Senior Certified Professional (IPMA-SCP) certification is highly desirable.
 
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:
 
Possession and retention of a valid California Class “C” Driver’s License is a condition of continued employment in this classification.
 
This classification is subject to enrollment in the California DMV Pull Notice Program, which periodically provides the Human Resources Department with the incumbent's driver license record and status. 
 
KNOWLEDGE OF/ABILITY TO: 

Knowledge of: Public sector human resources administration; employee relations; classification & compensation; EEO/ADA, employee leaves of absences; labor relations; workers’ compensation; benefits; recruitment and selection; principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation; organizational development and training; public sector pension systems; municipal budgetary processes and control; methods and techniques of research, statistical analysis; municipal government administration; business letter writing and report preparation; office procedures, methods, and equipment, including computers and office software applications; and pertinent federal, state, and local public sector labor and employment laws, codes, and regulations.
 
 REQUISITE ABILITIES/SKILLS: 
 
Oversee and direct the day-to-day operations and services of a comprehensive human resources program; select, supervise, train, and evaluate staff; recommend, implement, and evaluate goals, objectives, programs, projects, policies, and procedures; understand, interpret, and apply Citywide and departmental codes, policies, and procedures, and applicable federal, state, and local policies, laws, and regulations; participate in the preparation and administration of assigned budgets; plan and organize work to meet changing priorities and deadlines; prepare clear and concise technical and staff reports, correspondence, policies, procedures, and other written materials; conduct complex research projects; organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner; maintain appropriate and effective recordkeeping; operate office equipment, including computer equipment and office software applications; communicate tactfully, clearly, and concisely, both orally and in writing; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with department management, City employees, employee organizations, elected and appointed City officials, and the public.

PHYSICAL TASKS AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: 
 
Work is primarily performed in an office environment requiring prolonged sitting or standing; walking, kneeling, crouching, squatting, stooping, and bending; inputting data into a computer terminal; exposure to computer glare, vibrations, and pitch; lifting, carrying, and moving objects totaling approximately 25 pounds in weight; and have mobility, vision, hearing, and dexterity levels appropriate to the duties to be performed.  
 
Employees are regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data; use math and mathematical reasoning; analyze and solve problems; learn and apply new information; perform highly detailed work on multiple, concurrent tasks; meet intensive and changing deadlines and interact with City staff, customers, vendors, contractors, and the public.
 
NOTE: 
 
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by persons assigned to this job.  They are not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required.
 
FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT DESIGNATION: 
 
Exempt
 
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
 
The City of Fountain Valley is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
 
CLASSIFICATION HISTORY:
 
Created:   September 20, 2021