HUMAN RESOURCES ANALYST I/ II

Yuba County; California; On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Background check process

Live Scan fingerprinting

Job summary

Yuba County seeks qualified candidates for Human Resources Analyst I and II roles in California. The positions involve applying HR principles, regulations, and policies with a strong focus on recruitment, benefits, and employee relations.

A background check and fingerprinting are part of the hire process. The ideal candidate demonstrates analytical skills, effective communication, confidentiality, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field plus 1 year HR experience for Analyst I.
• Preferred: HR administration experience including recruitment, benefits, classification, compensation; SPHR/PHR certification.

Skills

HR principles & laws

Analytical & research

Communication & interpersonal

Customer service orientation

Organized & detail-oriented

Initiative & adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related

SPHR/PHR certification (preferred)

Job description

Hiring Range: Human Resources Analyst I: $33.01 - $36.32/hourly or $2,640.80 - $2,905.60/biweekly
Human Resources Analyst II: $36.47 - $40.12/hourly or $2,917.60 - $3,209.60/biweekly

The Ideal Candidate:

• Possesses a strong understanding of human resources principles, practices, policies, and applicable employment laws and regulations.
• Has experience in recruitment and selection, classification and compensation, employee relations, and benefits administration.
• Ideally has exposure to employee leave administration, including FMLA, CFRA, PDL, and other applicable leave laws and policies.
• Demonstrates strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret and apply complex policies and regulations.
• Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a customer service-oriented approach to supporting employees, supervisors, and management.
• Is highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities while maintaining confidentiality and accuracy.
• Demonstrate initiative, adaptability, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

The minimum and preferred requirements are listed below.While the following requirements outline the minimum qualifications, the County reserves the right to select applicants for further consideration who demonstrate the best qualifications match for the job. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee further participation in selection procedures:

Education and Experience:

Human Resources Analyst I

• Minimum: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college with major coursework in human resources, public or business administration, industrial relations, economics, or a related field, and one (1) year of human resources experience. Relevant analytical experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
• Preferred: In addition to the minimum qualifications, experience in human resources administration that includes recruitment, benefits, classification, compensation, and/or interpreting human resources policies; or possession of a valid SPHR/PHR certification.

Human Resources Analyst II

• Minimum: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college with major coursework in human resources, public or business administration, industrial relations, economics, or a related field, and two (2) years of progressively responsible experience, including one (1) year equivalent to a Human Resources Analyst I. Relevant human resources analytical experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
• Preferred: In addition to the minimum qualifications, possession of a valid SPHR/PHR certification and/or an advanced degree in a related field, along with additional years of progressively responsible human resources experience in a public or private sector HR department. Knowledge of risk management, cost analysis, and/or employee safety, or experience in a public agency setting is desirable.

Licensing and Certification:

• May be required to obtain a valid California Class C driver’s license within ten (10) days of employment; must maintain a valid California Class C driver’s license throughout employment.

Special Requirements:

• Must successfully complete an extensive and thorough background investigation, including Live Scan fingerprinting, prior to hire.
• DMV printout required prior to hire.
• May be required to attend meetings outside of normal working hours.
• May be required to respond to emergency situations during weekends, holidays, and other off-hour shifts.
• Will be required to perform disaster service activities pursuant to Government Code 3100–3109.