SUPERVISING HUMAN RESOURCES ANALYST

AT-WILL OPPORTUNITY FLSA STATUS: Exempt TENTATIVE INTERVIEW DATE: TBD The City is currently seeking a Human Resources Professional for one (1) vacancy in the Workforce Planning Division. The incumbent will be responsible for supervising staff assigned to the Workforce Planning division within the Human Resources Department. Incumbents in this unit are responsible for the City's recruitment, classification, Civil Service and Salary Setting Commissions. The City of Stockton is seeking an experienced human resources professional with a strong foundation in public sector. The ideal candidate will demonstrate diverse Human Resources experience, exhibit sound judgement‑making skills, and experience completing assignments with a high level of independence and expertise. Additionally, the ideal candidate will have a thorough understanding and innovative ideas for addressing the complexities involved in classification, compensation, recruitment, exam development, and/or other areas in Human Resources in a public sector agency. The incumbent will work a City of Stockton 9/80 schedule: 7:30 am to 5:30 pm Mondays through Thursdays; 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Fridays, with alternating Fridays off. May be required to work additional hours and/or weekends to provide critical support to key initiatives. This position is an At‑Will (unclassified/unrepresented) position. Incumbents in this position are excluded from the Civil Service system. Only those applicants who best fit the needs of the City will be referred to the hiring department. Applicants who fail to fully complete the online application/supplemental questionnaire are subject to rejection. Prior to appointment, eligible candidates will be required to submit to and successfully pass a background investigation, which will include fingerprinting. Responsibilities Under general direction, plans, organizes and supervises professional human resource work in specified technical areas of human resources, such as benefits administration, employee/labor relations, onboarding, recruitment and selection, job analysis and classification, employee training and development; performs a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility; performs related work as assigned. This is a supervisory class responsible for planning, scheduling, directing, coordinating and reviewing a designated division of the Human Resources Department. This class is distinguished from the Assistant and Deputy Director of Human Resources in that the latter have full management responsibility for directing, controlling, and ensuring compliance with multiple human resource programs and functions. Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Recommends and assists in the implementation of goals and objectives; establishes schedules and methods for the performance of professional and technical human resources activities. Plans, prioritizes, assigns, supervises and reviews the work of professional and technical Human Resources staff; projects deadlines, and prioritizes and monitors employee workloads. Evaluates operations and activities of assigned responsibilities; recommends improvements and modifications; prepares various reports on operations and activities. Participates in the selection of staff; coordinates staff training; conducts performance evaluations; recommends discipline and implements discipline procedures as necessary. Participates in budget preparation and administration; prepares cost estimates for budget recommendations; submits justifications for staff, equipment, and supplies; monitors and controls expenditures. Researches, collects, audits, and reconciles compensation and benefit data and prepares analyses and reports; provides information to other agencies, human resource management, and/or the City Manager’s staff. Provides direction for employee/labor relations functions by researching information for grievance resolution and providing back‑up and participating in labor negotiations; provides strategic guidance to staff on disciplinary appeals, grievance/arbitration appeals and labor negotiations proposals. Participates in the development of a comprehensive labor relations program including goals, objectives, policies and priorities for the City; serves as a resource to City management staff on complex employee relations issues including proposed disciplinary actions, sensitive grievances, and contract interpretation. Administers, audits, prepares, and monitors the City’s payroll operations to produce payroll in a timely manner; supervises the process of identifying and resolving problems and inconsistencies relative to the maintenance of payroll accounts control; prepares manual checks when necessary; makes wage adjustments. Responsible for the successful and timely onboarding of all employees; ensures the effective completion of all onboarding activities including orientation and training. Directs the designs and implementation of recruitment programs to obtain qualified candidates, especially from targeted groups. Directs the designs and administration of job‑related selection procedures, including but not limited to, application reviews, written and performance tests, interviews and assessment techniques. Provides support to the Civil Service Commission. Oversees agenda process and prepares staff reports and other necessary correspondence. Performs the more difficult, complex and specialized tasks and assignments in respective section. Conducts or directs the conduct of organizational and classification studies and audits. Develops or directs the development and implementation of programs and policies to accomplish equal employment goals and objectives. Provides technical support to, confers with and interprets policies, procedures and regulations for City Management and supervisory staff, representatives of employee organizations and employees; provides information to the public regarding City policies and procedures. Conducts varied analytical studies; prepares reports, correspondence and a variety of written materials. Monitors developments in the benefits administration, employee/labor relations, payroll administration, onboarding, recruitment and selection, job analysis and classification, employee training and development, or other human resource fields; evaluates their impact on City activities and recommends policy and procedural improvements. May serve as a City representative at the bargaining table or serve as back up as assigned. Coordinates section activities with other sections, departments, and outside agencies. Answers questions and provides information to the public; researches questions and recommends corrective action as necessary to resolve issues. Represents the City with dignity, integrity, and the spirit of cooperation in all relations with staff and the public. Fosters an environment that embraces integrity, service, inclusion and collaboration. Builds and maintains positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service. Performs related duties as assigned. Knowledge Of Principles, practices and including recruitment, selection, job analysis, classification and compensation plan administration. Labor/employee relations practices in a collective bargaining environment. Principles of management rights, representation rights, and unfair labor practices. Modern and complex principles, practices, policies, and procedures of payroll administration, including payroll data processing systems. Federal, State and local laws and regulations governing payroll taxes, wage garnishment practices, and payroll administration. Workers’ Compensation, retirement, and health benefit laws and administrative regulations depending upon area assigned. Risk Management concepts and principles. Pertinent local, State, Federal rules and regulations and laws. Principles of supervision, training and performance evaluations. Basic principles of budget monitoring. Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment including relevant software programs. Oral and written communication skills; business English including vocabulary, spelling, and correct grammatical usage and punctuation. Safe work practices. Principles and practices of excellent customer service. Skill In Organizing, implementing and directing human resources program activities. Implementing goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards for assigned operations. Analyzing complex technical problems, evaluating alternatives and making sound, independent judgements within established guidelines. Interpreting and applying laws, regulations, policies and procedures. Monitoring and ensuring compliance with regulations governing payroll disbursement activities. Analyzing problems, identifying alternative solutions, projecting consequences of proposed actions, and implementing recommendations in support of goals. Supervising, training and evaluating assigned staff. Reading, writing and comprehending the English language at a level necessary for effective job performance exercising correct English usage, vocabulary, spelling, grammar and punctuation. Communicating effectively, tactfully and positively in both oral and written form. Operating and using modern office equipment and technology, including computers and applicable software. Utilizing appropriate safety procedures and practices for assigned duties. Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Contributing effectively to the accomplishments of City goals, objectives and activities. Education Possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in business administration, public administration, industrial relations, or a related field. Experience Four years of increasingly responsible professional human resource experience in a generalist capacity which has included responsibilities in more than one of the areas outlined above, including two years of lead responsibility. Experience in a public agency setting is desirable. Physical/Mental Abilities Mobility – Constant sitting and standing for long periods of time while operating a keyboard; occasional walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, pushing and pulling. Lifting – Occasional lifting of 10 pounds or less. Vision – Constant use of overall visual capabilities; frequent need for use of color perception, hand/eye coordination, reading and/or close‑up work. Dexterity – Frequent holding, grasping, typing, repetitive motion and writing. Hearing/Talking – Constant hearing and talking of normal speech in person and on the telephone; occasionally speaking in front of large groups of people. Special Requirements – Frequently requires weekend or evening work. Emotional/Psychological – Constant concentration, decision making and public contact; occasional ability to exercise sound judgment, especially under stressful circumstances; and working alone. Environmental Conditions – Occasional exposure to noise and outdoor conditions. Working Conditions – Primarily performed in an office environment which is typically moderately quiet but may be loud at times. Process Only those applicants who best fit the needs of the City will be considered for this exciting career opportunity. Applications and supplemental questionnaires will be reviewed and only the most qualified applicants will be invited to a departmental interview. All Applications and Supplemental Questions Must Be Completed Fully and Submitted on an Official City of Stockton Application Form In order to apply, every applicant must complete and submit the official City of Stockton application form. Incomplete and/or falsified applications and supplements will be rejected and cannot be revised after submission. NOTE After online submittal, an immediate notification will appear on your screen indicating your application has been received. Please print this notification for proof of filing. Notification and correspondence will be sent via e‑mail only; no paper notices will be mailed to applicants. It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure a correct e‑mail address is provided and that correspondence is being received. Legal Disclaimer The information in this announcement concerning the terms and conditions of employment does not constitute either an express or implied contract, and these provisions are subject to change. Disaster Service Workers In accordance with California Government Code section 3100, et. seq., all City of Stockton employees are considered disaster service workers who may be required to report for duty, or remain on duty to address disaster service activities in the event of an emergency or disaster, and are required to undertake an applicable loyalty oath. #J-18808-Ljbffr