Human Resource Analyst

Go VCE; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

The Virginia Department of Health seeks an HR Analyst I to independently perform a broad range of human resources functions in support of a district, including guidance in employee relations, recruitment, compensation, benefits, and transactions.

The position interprets and applies HR policies, procedures, and regulations while conducting analyses of data, trends, and job information to inform decisions and recommendations.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of HR programs, regulations and guidelines.
• Experience with recruitment, selection, classification and compensation practices.
• Experience interpreting and applying HR policies and processing personnel transactions.
• Experience maintaining documentation and handling large volumes of employment records.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance, consultation and analytical support in HR areas such as employee relations, recruitment, compensation and benefits.
• Interpret and apply HR policies and regulations and analyze data to inform decisions.
• Prepare and submit personnel transactions for supervisory review and support onboarding where needed.
• Assist in developing position descriptions, EPPs and training plans; support HR training and orientation activities.
• Coordinate with contract agencies and ensure smooth transitions for contractors.

Skills

HR knowledge, regulations & guidelines

Recruitment knowledge

Benefits processing

Policy interpretation

Documentation & transaction processing

Time management & prioritization

Education

Human Resources or related field

Tools

Cardinal

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Job description

Title: Human Resource Analyst

State Role Title:Human Resource Analyst I

Hiring Range: $61,065 - $72,565

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Virginia Department of Health

Location:VDH-Central Office

Agency Website:https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The HR Analyst independently performs a variety of human resources functions in support of a district, providing guidance, consultation and analytical support in areas such as employee relations, recruitment, compensation, benefits, and transactions. The position interprets and applies HR policies, procedures, and regulations while conducting analyses of data, trends, and job information to inform decisions and recommendations. Responsibilities include performing actions related to recruitment, selection, pay determination, documentation, benefits administration, FLSA compliance, job classification, performance management, and the preparation and submission of personnel transactions for supervisory or managerial review. Additional duties include support in responding to FOIA inquiries, providing outplacement assistance to staff, and recommending and implementing process improvements. The HR Analyst assists in developing and maintaining position descriptions and EPPs, performance actions, and grievance processes; supports district training plans and needs assessments; and conducts HR related training and orientation using pre-established materials. The position may also support on-boarding processes for contractors and serve as a liaison between contract agencies and contractors to ensure smooth transitions. Sound judgment, confidentiality, and professionalism are essential, with supervisory guidance sought for complex or non-routine matters. This position may supervise HR support staff as designated.

Minimum Qualifications

• Working knowledge of human resource programs, regulations and guidelines;
• Working knowledge and demonstrated experience working with recruitment and selection techniques and strategies, and classification and compensation practices
• Knowledge and experience working with benefits and the processing of personnel transactions
• Experience interpreting and applying applicable policies and procedures
• Experience preparing, processing, tracking and filing a large volume of employment and position transactions
• Demonstrated knowledge managing competing priorities and meet deadlines.

Additional Considerations

• Knowledge of state benefit and recruitment systems (Cardinal & PageUp)
• Working knowledge of DHRM Human Resource policies & procedures
• Experience/training in Human Resources, Business or related fields.

Special Instructions

Employment is contingent upon satisfactory results of a state and federal criminal history background check and the Department of Social Service’s Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry check, U.S. HHSIG Exclusion List check, employment reference check and E-Verify. Other financial, credit, driving, background checks or completion of Statement of Economic Interests may be required for certain positions.

It is the policy of the Commonwealth and VDH that all aspects of human resource management be conducted without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists); sex; color; national origin; religion; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; age; veteran status; political affiliation; disability; genetic information; and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. VDH employees have a shared Code of Ethics, which can be found in the bottom banner of our website: www.vdh.virginia.gov.

If you have been affected by DHRM Policy 1.30 layoff and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), you must submit the card before the closing date for this position. The Card may be submitted with the state application as an attachment.

As a V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer VDH Welcomes Veterans to apply!

Contact Information

Name: Kimberlyn Stewart

Phone: N/A

Email: [e-mail]

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.