Human Resources/Risk Analyst

City-of-Lynwood,-C; Lynwood (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Lynwood is seeking an analytical, proactive Human Resources & Risk Analyst to safeguard organizational integrity, manage risk, and support our growing workforce. This role partners with the HR Director and a four-person HR team to strengthen workforce systems.

Based in Lynwood, the position is on-site, with a 4/10 work schedule and a focus on recruitment, classification, compensation, and employee relations.

Qualifications

• Experience in recruitment planning and execution, evaluating skill needs and responding to inquiries.
• Knowledge of position classification studies, compensation analyses, and salary structuring.
• Understanding of labor relations, MOUs, and personnel rules and regulations.
• Ability to interpret policies and communicate them to management and staff.

Responsibilities

• Meet with department representatives to evaluate job skills and recruitment needs; plan and implement recruitment strategies.
• Conduct position classification studies; prepare job analyses and class specifications; recommend salary ranges.
• Assist in administering labor relations processes, interpret MOUs, and support contract interpretations.
• Explain policies to management, staff, and the public; analyze legislation impacts on HR programs.

Job description

The City of Lynwood is seeking an analytical, proactive professional to safeguard organizational integrity, manage risk, and support our growing workforce.

SHAPE THE WORKFORCE BEHIND A GROWING CITY

The City of Lynwood is seeking a strategic, analytical, and service-driven Human Resources & Risk Analyst to help strengthen the City’s workforce systems and protect organizational integrity. This is more than a technical role — it is an opportunity to serve as a trusted advisor, problem-solver, and strategic partner within a growing municipal organization.

ABOUT THE CITY OF LYNWOOD

Lynwood is a vibrant and diverse Los Angeles County community serving approximately 67,000 residents. The City is committed to professional excellence, equity in public service, and continuous organizational improvement. We are building modern systems that support a high‑performing workforce and responsible risk management practices.

THE TEAM

Reporting to the HR Director, the Human Resources & Risk Analyst joins a collaborative four‑member HR team supporting approximately 150 full‑time employees across multiple departments. This structure provides meaningful exposure to executive‑level decision‑making while allowing for hands‑on impact.

FILING DEADLINE

This recruitment is set to close on Thursday, August 30, 2026 at 11:59pm but can close at any time with or without prior notice. Applications are reviewed on a continuous basis. Candidates who best meet the minimum qualifications will be invited to continue in the selection process.

WORK SCHEDULE

This position is a benefited, management, full‑time, confidential, exempt position, working on‑site, operating on a regular 4/10 schedule (7:00 AM to 6:00 PM).

DEFINITION

Under general supervision and direction from the Senior HR Analyst and Director of Human Resources, performs a variety of entry to journey‑level professional and analytical activities in support of the City’s Human Resource and Risk Management programs; may provide lead supervision for clerical staff; and performs related duties as assigned.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Human Resources Analyst is the entry to journey‑level class in the professional human resource management series. Initially, incumbents perform professional assignments in one or more Human Resource and Risk programs areas while learning City policies and procedures and specific techniques and legal requirements related to the City’s Human Resource Management and Risk Management programs. As experience is gained, duties are performed with a significant degree of independence under general supervision. Incumbents are expected to carry out their responsibilities with initiative and creativity, exercising sound professional judgment and problem‑solving skills.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Meets with department representatives to evaluate job skill and recruitment needs; plans and implements recruitment strategies and programs; ensures that all phases of recruitment comply with City policies, procedures and rules and regulations; responds to applicant questions and concerns; answers inquiries regarding employment opportunities with the City.
• Conducts position classification studies; audits and prepares new or modified job analysis documents and class specifications; recommends the classification of new or modified positions; conducts surveys and studies regarding compensation and other Human Resource Management issues; performs analyses and makes recommendations on salary or benefit program changes; recommends salary range placements and adjustments; reviews and implements salary structure and merit adjustments in compliance with City policies and procedures; attends and gives input at various meetings on classification matters; compiles recruitment and retention data and recommends strategies for improvement; responds to classification, compensation and benefits surveys from other organizations.
• Assists in administering the City's labor relations, including negotiations process; evaluates and interprets changes to bargaining unit Memoranda of Understanding, and City’s Personnel Rules and Regulations while recommending any necessary changes to Human Resources policies and procedures; prepares staff reports and resolutions for City Council approval; researches and develops data and analyses regarding employee relations issues and cases; assists with administration and coordination of routine grievances, disputes and contract interpretations.
• Interprets and explains policies, procedures, rules and regulations to City Management, staff and the public in assigned areas of responsibility; analyzes proposed legislation and regulations for impacts on City Human Resources and Civil Service programs, policies and rules and makes recommendations for any required changes.
• Assists in administering City Equal Employment Opportunity and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) policies and programs; investigates the less difficult employee complaints; prepares a variety of reports related to Equal Employment Opportunity and ADA; advises departments on job‑related hiring interview and other employment practices; generates and compiles statistical reports.
• Participates in administering City benefit plans and programs including, but not limited to, PERS Retirement/Health,