Human Resource Analyst 1

Commonwealth of PA; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Paid leave (vacation/sick)

Flexible work schedules

Work-from-home opportunities

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a Human Resource Analyst 1 to support employee relations and help resolve workplace issues. The role involves assisting with investigations, performance management, unemployment claims, and SEAP, with opportunities to collaborate with agency leaders across offices.

The position offers full-time work with a hybrid telework option and a standard 8:00 AM–4:00 PM schedule. Applicants must meet PA residency requirements and have a relevant education/experience.

Qualifications

• One year of paraprofessional analytical experience and a bachelor's degree.
• Experience in employee relations and applying HR policies is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Case Review: Examine grievances and related information to support consistent responses
• Information Gathering: Collect facts needed for investigations and analyses
• Appeal Support: Assist agency attorneys with Civil Service appeals and EEOC complaints
• Contract Application: Learn to apply provisions of contracts and MOUs
• Agreement Assistance: Help review or develop Local Agreements for offices or boards

Skills

Analytical experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

THE POSITION

The Human Resource Office for General Government is offering an exciting opportunity to grow your skills as a Human Resource Analyst 1. This role allows you to support important employee relations work that helps maintain fairness and clear communication across many offices. You will have a chance to collaborate with leaders and staff to help resolve issues and strengthen workplace practices. This position provides a meaningful way to support employees while expanding your human resources knowledge.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position supports employee relations activities by helping investigate concerns, review workplace issues, and guide managers on policies and procedures. It also assists with performance management, unemployment claims, and the State Employee Assistance Program (SEAP). As a Human Resource Analyst 1, you will perform the following duties:

• Case Review: Examine grievances and related information to support consistent responses
• Information Gathering: Collect facts needed for investigations and analyses
• Appeal Support: Assist agency attorneys with Civil Service appeals, Human Relations Commission complaints, and Equal Employment Opportunity Commission complaints
• Contract Application: Learn how to apply provisions of contracts, memoranda of understanding, side letters, and local agreements
• Agreement Assistance: Help review or develop proposed Local Agreements for offices, boards, councils, or commissions

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. You will be required to report in-office 2 days per week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Successful completion of the Human Resource Management Trainee program(Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• One year as a Human Resource Assistant 2 or an Equal Opportunity Assistant (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); o r
• One year of paraprofessional analytical experience and a bachelor's degree; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.

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Health & Wellness

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We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance

We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*

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We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

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