Human Resources Analyst or Senior Human Resources Analyst

***Depending on qualifications and experience, candidates may be eligible for the Senior Human Resources Analyst OR Human Resources Analyst position***

Performs professional and technical work in the administration and coordination of assigned human resources programs and services. Work includes supporting recruitment and selection, employee relations, job description development and maintenance, employee programs, policy implementation, research and analysis, and special projects. Serves as a departmental liaison, providing front-line human resources support and guidance to employees and supervisors in assigned County departments. Work is performed under the moderate supervision of the Human Resources Director.

Senior HR Analyst: Performs advanced analytical work, evaluation, and continuous quality improvement in human resources programs and services. Serves as advisor to supervisors and departments on complex HR matters and leads projects and initiatives that support organizational effectiveness and strategic human resources objectives. For a complete Senior HR Analyst job description, click HERE.

Hiring Range:
Human Resources Analyst: $68,790 - $87,706 Annually
Senior Human Resources Analyst: $72,230 - $92,093 AnnuallyPosition functions are subject to change based on departmental needs and external factors including, but not limited to, regulatory requirements.

• Serves as departmental liaison to assigned county departments providing front line support to employees and leadership of assigned departments;
• Assists assigned departments in the recruitment and selection of applicants for vacant positions;
• Develops job descriptions for new positions and updates existing job descriptions to reflect actual responsibilities and the necessary qualifications; 
• Manages employee programs that may include Employee of the Year, Volunteer Service Leave, Tobacco Free Petty Leave Incentive and the annual United Way campaign or others as assigned;

• Participates in other projects, such as designing evaluation tools, recommending changes to organizational structures, analyzing the costs to bring a service in-house and other similar projects in order to provide human resource expertise to other departments and staff;
• Communicates with employees to answer questions, provide guidance and assist in their problem solving; 
• Serves as backup in Benefits Manager’s absence for creating identification badges for employees addressing benefits-related inquires;
• Serves as backup to Safety and Risk Manager as needed;
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Senior HR Analyst: 

• Leads the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of complex HR projects and initiatives; coordinates stakeholders, establishes project objectives, and evaluates outcomes;
• Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources and employment law
• Interprets and applies federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations; identifies potential compliance risks and recommends corrective or preventative actions
• Leads or independently coordinates the development, implementation, administration, and evaluation of assigned HR programs, policies, and procedures; recommends enhancements based on organizational needs, regulatory requirements, and best practices;
• Researches and responds to employee and department inquiries; provides guidance, solutions, and recommendations within established policies and practices;
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Bachelor's degree in human resources, public administration, business administration, organizational management, or a related field, and at least four (4) years of progressively responsible professional human resources experience, including demonstrated experience independently administering multiple human resources functions; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Professional HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP or PHR) preferred.

Public sector human resources experience preferred.

Experience with Tyler Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems and/or NEOGOV software preferred.

Senior HR Analyst:  All of the above with at least four (4) years of progressively responsible professional human resources experience.

• Thorough working knowledge of human resources principles, practices, and personnel administration.
• Working knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations applicable to human resources administration.
• General knowledge of job classification, compensation principles, and related practices.
• General knowledge of County government, its organizational structure, and departmental operations.
• Knowledge of office administrative practices, records management, and standard business software.
• Skill in maintaining confidentiality, exercising sound judgment, and maintaining a professional demeanor in a variety of situations.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with employees, supervisors, and other stakeholders.
• Ability to collect, organize, and analyze information and prepare accurate reports.
• Ability to organize and perform assigned work independently within established policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Ability to identify problems, gather relevant information, and develop practical solutions.
• Ability to prepare correspondence, maintain accurate records, and manage routine administrative responsibilities.
• Ability to support the development and implementation of HR programs and process improvements.
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse group of individuals and provide consistent and equitable treatment.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with County officials, employees, associates, community groups, and the general public.

 
Senior HR Analyst: Requires advanced knowledge of all of the above in addition:

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, including the ability to evaluate complex information, identify trends, and develop data-informed recommendations.
• Strong project management skills, including the ability to plan, lead, coordinate, and evaluate multiple projects and initiatives.
• Ability to independently assess complex HR matters, exercise sound judgment, and recommend appropriate courses of action.
• Ability to interpret and apply policies and regulations consistently and equitably and advise others on their application.
• Ability to identify organizational and operational challenges and develop recommendations for process and program improvements.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems, data analysis tools, Microsoft Office Suite, and standard business software.

Physical Requirements
This work requires the frequent exertion of up to 25 pounds of force; work regularly requires speaking, hearing, use of hands and fingers, handling, feeling, reaching with hands and arms and repetitive motions, frequently requires standing and sitting and occasionally requires walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, pushing or pulling; work has standard vision requirements; work requires vocal communication to express or exchange ideas by means of spoken word and to convey detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly or quickly; work requires hearing to perceive information at normal spoken levels and to receive detailed information through oral communications; work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operating machines and observing general surroundings and activities; work has no exposure to environmental conditions; work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g. business office, light traffic). This work requires traveling to various county locations and facilities. 

Special Requirements
Must possess a valid North Carolina driver's license.