Senior Human Resources Analyst at County of Riverside in Riverside, California

Job Description:

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Riverside County Human Resources Department is seeking a Senior Human Resources Analyst to support the Labor Relations Division in Riverside. This recruitment may be used to fill openings within the Employee Relations Division.

If you're an HR professional that thrives in a fast-paced environment and have the ability to function with a high degree of independence and manage multiple projects simultaneously you are encouraged to apply!

The Labor Relations Division acts as both a resource and liaison between stakeholders to ensure the appropriate application of legal, regulatory, policy, and union contract interpretation. This position will support the Labor Relations Division with formulating, developing, and interpreting Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) language, providing advice regarding best practices, and drawing from collective bargaining experience to resolve a variety of issues. Additionally, the position will play a key role in the collective bargaining and contract negotiation process for the County, which is comprised of six labor groups.

Competitive candidates will possess considerable HR work experience in a public sector unionized environment with the ability to calculate, analyze proposals for MOU contracts or resolution benefits such as insurance. plans, vacations, shift differentials, overtime/premium pay, holidays and wage increases. The Department desires candidates that have familiarity in in the collective bargaining process, Meet and Confer process, and a strong understanding of the Meyers-Milias-Brown Act, and relevant laws, regulations, and policies governing public sector labor and employment.

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The Human Resources Department strives to effectively serve and partner with our community, departments and employees by leveraging best practices and innovation to foster a thriving county.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Serve as advisor or liaison to an assigned department, unit, or agency in various aspects of human resources administration; counsel and advise managers and supervisors regarding issues governed by the collective bargaining agreements; interpret Memoranda of Understanding (MOU) and County Ordinance provisions.

• Handle routine labor inquiries relating to policies, procedures, and bargaining units.
Interact with management representatives at all organizational levels to resolve and clarify work related issues.

• Assist or lead in collective bargaining negotiations.

• Represent the County in grievances and unfair practice charges.

• Calculate and analyze proposals for MOU contracts or resolution benefits such as insurance. plans, vacations, shift differentials, overtime/premium pay, holidays and wage increases.

• Meet with employees and employee groups to discuss grievances, complaints and problems, and resolve them in cooperation with line management and employee groups consistent with County policy and Memoranda of Understanding (MOU).

• Confer with County officials, department heads and representatives, and supervising staff regarding human resources practices, procedures and policies for a specialized area.

• Confer with employees, applicants, other agencies, and the public relative to human resources functions and procedures.

• Review departmental requests and inquiries and determine steps necessary for disposition.

• Participate in joint labor-management committee (JLMC) meetings between the County and Labor groups to cooperatively discuss and resolve problems of mutual concerns.

• Conduct special studies and prepare reports relative to a variety of human resources program activities.

• Prepare, review, and coordinate documents and exhibits, for Employee/Labor Relations cases, associated with DFEH/EEOC/DOL and civil litigation. Attend and participate at various levels, with formal/informal complaint meetings, administrative hearings, grievances, appeals, Public Employment Relations Board hearings, Meeting-&-Confer sessions, Arbitrations, and other due process activities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree or equivalent education (minimum completed units equaling 120 semester/180 quarter). Additional qualifying technical, paraprofessional or professional human resources experience may substitute for the education based on a year-for-year basis (one year of full-time experience equaling 30 semester/45 quarter college level-units).

Experience: Three years of professional human resources experience, at least one year at which responsibility within a unionized public sector environment and at least two years of which are at the journey level equivalent to the County of Riverside Human Resources Analyst III, with responsibility for conducting job analysis, recruitment and selection, employment test construction, position classification, compensation analysis, employee or labor relations, organizational development, or other closely related human resources functions that demonstrate acquisition of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities for the Labor Relations position. (Completion of graduate level courses from an accredited college or university may substitute for up to one year of the required non-journey specialized experience on the basis of 24 semester or 36 quarter units equaling one year of experience.)

Knowledge of: Principles and practices of public administration and management; principles and practices of position classification, salary administration, recruitment and selection, test development and validation, employee relations, and benefits administration techniques; modern office methods and procedures; the application of statistical methods to human resources work.

Ability to: Understand, interpret, apply, and explain human resources laws, rules, regulations, standards, and procedures; analyze and make improvements in policies and procedures relating to human resources activities; analyze data and prepare clear and concise reports and recommendations; train and provide work direction to other analysts and support staff; secure cooperation of operating officials in accepting and effecting sound human resources management practices; exercise independent judgment and initiative; plan and coordinate major projects; understand and apply abstract concepts and principles; learn new skills, concepts and techniques in public human resources administration; keep abreast of developments in the field of public human resources administration; speak and write effectively.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
The current opening is with Labor Relations however this recruitment may be used to fill openings within the Employee Relations Division.

Testing Information Competitive candidates may be required to successfully pass a writing assessment prior to being certified for an interview.

GENERAL INFORMATION

If you have any questions regarding this posting, please contact Angela Tavaglione at atavaglione@rivco.org or at (951) 966- 3590.

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APPLICATION INFORMATION

Veteran's Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference.The Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 is available here: https://rivcocob.org/board-policies

Reasonable Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: https://rc-hr.com/disability

Proof of Education
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.

If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services ( NACES ) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. ( AICE ).

Equal Opportunity Employer
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.

Pre-Employment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.

Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.

General Information
Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.

Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.

Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the 'Apply' link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, www.rc-hr.com .

If you are experiencing technical problems, you may contact the governmentjobs.com applicant support desk Monday through Friday, 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at support@governmentjobs.com or toll-free 1-855-524-5627.

MEDICAL/DENTAL INSURANCE: A Flexible Benefit Credit is provided on a monthly basis as governed by the Management Resolution or applicable bargaining unit. Vision coverage is provided through Vision Service Plan (VSP) at no cost to employee or eligible dependents.

Note: Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list here .
MISCELLANEOUS RETIREMENT: County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS).

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  Tier I (Classic Member - Formula 3% @ 60): Applicable to current and former County of Riverside local miscellaneous employees hired prior to 08/24/2012 and did not withdraw CalPERS contributions. The employee contribution is eight (8%) percent.


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  Tier II (Classic Member - Formula 2% @ 60): Applicable to local miscellaneous employees 1) hired after 08/23/2012 through 12/31/2012; 2) Previously employed with another CalPERS contracting public agency or a reciprocal retirement system, with a break in service of less than six months between the separation date with the previous employer and the appointment date with the County of Riverside. The employee contribution is seven (7%) percent.


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  Tier III (PEPRA New Member - Formula 2% @ 62): Applicable to CalPERS local miscellaneous new members hired on or after the implementation of the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) which took effect January 1, 2013. Effective July 1, 2023 employee contributions are 7.25% and will increase to 7.75% effective July 1, 2024.
  

A new member is defined as any of the following:

A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who has no prior membership in any California Public Retirement System.

A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who was a member with another California Public Retirement System prior to that date, but who is not subject to reciprocity upon joining CalPERS.

A member who first established CalPERS membership prior to January 1, 2013, and who is rehired by a different CalPERS agency after a break in service of greater than six (6) months.

CalPERS refers to all members that do not fit within the definition of a new member as "classic members".

Contribution rates are subject to change based on the County of Riverside annual actuarial valuation.

Note:

This summary is for general information purposes only. Additional questions regarding retirement formulas can be sent to retirement@rivco.org or by calling the Benefits Information Line at (951) 955-4981,
Option 2.

If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at (888) 225-7377 to determine which retirement tier would be applicable to you. CalPERS is governed by the Public Employees' Retirement Law. The Retirement Law is complex and subject to change. If there's any conflict between this summary and the law, the law will prevail over this summary.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options.

401(a) MONEY PURCHASE PLAN: County contribution of $50 per pay period towards choice between two 401(a) plan providers.

ANNUAL LEAVE (Bi-Weekly Accrual):
0 < 36 months = 8.92 Hours
36 to <108>108 or more months = 12.00 Hours

Maximum Annual Leave accumulation is 1,800 hours. Employee may receive pay in lieu of up to 80 hours per calendar year. Agency/Department Head may approve an additional 80 hours.

HOLIDAYS: Normally 12 paid holidays per year.

BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: 5 days (3 days are County paid; 2 days can be taken through use of accrued leave balances).

BASIC LIFE INSURANCE: $50,000 of term life coverage. Premiums are paid by the County. Additional Supplemental Life plan is available for employee purchase.

LONG-TERM DISABILITY (LTD): Benefit pays 66.67% of earnings to a maximum of $10,000 per month; 30-day waiting period; pays to age 65. Benefit can be coordinated with other available leave balances to provide up to 100% of pay.

POST RETIREMENT MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION: A monthly contribution is made by the County towards retiree health insurance offered through the County as governed by the Management Resolution or applicable bargaining unit.

OTHER: There may be other benefit provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, Management Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Please contact the recruiter listed on the job posting directly for more information.

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