Human Resources Analyst - Grant Funded*

The City of Riverside, Human Resources Department is accepting applications for the position of Human Resources Analyst, Grant-Funded* to fill one (1) vacancy. The eligibility list established may be used to fill the current and/or upcoming vacancies within this classification for up to six (6) months.

• Position(s) designated as “grant-funded” are contingent on the availability of adequate funding. Should funding be cancelled at any time by the funding agency, the position will be eliminated, unless alternate grant funds are secured.

This is a unique opportunity to help youth ages 16 – 30 reach their career goals. In this role, you will help coordinate our Youth Service Corp Grant by being the first line of contact for our 50-70 Youth Service Corps Interns. You will recruit program participants from local schools, colleges, and community organizations; meet with participants regularly to ensure they are having a quality internship experience; provide career guidance and coaching; and coordinate training opportunities for all participants.

Under general supervision, a Human Resources Analyst will perform professional human resources work in a variety of program areas including: recruitment and selection; classification, compensation, and benefits; training; labor relations; human relations; and special programs; and do related work as required.

For positions indicating a salary range from 1N – 2X, the top 15% of the pay range cannot be offered upon hire or upon an employee promotion.

Typical duties may include, but are not necessarily limited to, the following:

• Work with departments to resolve human resource problems, analyze staffing needs, interpret human resources policies and procedures; recommend effective courses of action.
• Participate in special projects and training as assigned.
• Prepare reports, charts, tables, and graphs.
• Prepare and/or deliver orientation programs, training programs, and other related workshops.
• Plan and coordinate a segment of the recruitment program.
• Determine labor market and length of recruitment period.
• Prepare recruitment plans, job announcements, and advertising strategies.
• Review and evaluate applications and determine applicant eligibility.
• Determine and assist in the development of appropriate written, oral, and/or performance evaluation programs.
• Develop or determine, evaluate, and validate selection instruments.
• Supervise and participate in the administration of examinations, scoring of examinations, and the establishment of eligibility lists.
• Conduct routine position classification studies; prepare and revise class specifications.
• Conduct routine salary and fringe benefit surveys; analyze data and recommend adjustments.
• Participate in organization and staffing studies of City departments.

Education: Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major work in public or business administration or a closely related field.

Additional professional experience may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

Experience

One (1) year of professional human resources administration experience.

Highly Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree
• Coordinating intern programs
• Experience working with NeoGov

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION

1) Completed Employment Application

2) Completed Supplemental Questionnaire

FOR GENERAL INFORMATION ON COMPLETING YOUR ON-LINE APPLICATION, CLICK HERE: (Application Guide).

The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Those who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on the eligibility list for this classification.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS

If you are selected to move forward in the assessment process, you may be required to self-schedule your appointment. You will be notified via email of your status and provided with self-scheduling instructions. Please check your email regularly following the closing date of this recruitment.

Positions that require, or may require, a California Commercial Driver’s License are considered Safety Sensitive and are monitored by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Any candidate being considered for a Safety Sensitive position must submit authorization forms to the City immediately upon request to begin the pre-employment process.

It is the responsibility of candidates with a disability requiring accommodation in the assessment process to contact the Human Resources Department in writing to request such accommodation prior to the closing date of this recruitment.

Appointment may be subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation, drug screen, and/or medical/physical examination.

NOTE: The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. Candidates may reapply when there is a posting to establish an eligibility list.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Proof of education listed in your application will be requested at the time of conditional offer. Acceptable documentation consists of transcripts or degree, if applicable, by the accredited U.S. college or university.

Education obtained outside the United States (US) require one of the following options:

• An equivalency statement from an evaluation company certified by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) at http://www.naces.org/members.html or the Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE) at http://aice-eval.org/members/.
• An advanced-level degree from an accredited US college or university.

All applicants will be notified via e-mail or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement.

THE PROVISIONS OF THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT.