Senior Personnel Analyst

City of Redding; Redding (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

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Work Environment

Job summary

The City of Redding's Personnel Department seeks an experienced Senior Personnel Analyst to lead complex public-sector HR operations. The role emphasizes independent work, collaboration with management, and practical service to the organization.

The ideal candidate will supervise a team of Personnel Analysts, manage recruitment, classification, compensation, onboarding, and staff development, and ensure alignment with Memoranda of Understanding and City policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in public administration, personnel management, or related field.
• Five years of progressively relevant experience and one year of supervisory experience.
• Public-sector HR experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex Personnel functions, including recruitment, classification, compensation, onboarding, and staff development, and manage programs.
• Supervise and lead a team of Personnel Analysts responsible for recruitments and ensuring personnel actions align with Memoranda of Understanding and City policies.
• Develop, evaluate, and coordinate citywide training programs, including material development, and prepare and administer training contracts.
• Assist with the salary and benefit negotiation process with the represented bargaining unit, including analysis of proposals, classification and compensation studies, and preparation of draft reports, policies, and procedures for action by City staff and City Council.
• Assist with the annual Citywide Personnel budget and position control.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Analytical

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in public administration or related field

Job description

The Personnel Department is seeking an experienced public-sector HR professional to serve as the next Senior Personnel Analyst. The ideal candidate works well independently and as part of a team, communicates effectively with employees and management at all levels, and brings a practical, professional approach to serving the organization.

We're looking for someone with:

• Strong supervisory, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
• Collaborative, approachable, and solutions-oriented approach.

This role requires the ability to:

• Build effective relationships
• Support and develop staff
• Exercise sound judgment

Health and Wellness Support

Career Growth Opportunities

Great work environment!

We are looking for someone to:

• Perform complex Personnel functions, including recruitment, classification, compensation, onboarding, and staff development, and manage programs.
• Supervise and lead a team of Personnel Analysts responsible for recruitments and ensuring personnel actions (e.g. new hires, leaves of absences, promotions, disciplinary actions, separations, etc.) align with Memoranda of Understanding and City policies
• Develop, evaluate, and coordinate citywide training programs, including material development, and prepare and administer training contracts.
• Assist with the salary and benefit negotiation process with the represented bargaining unit, including the analysis of proposals, completion of classification and compensation studies, and preparation of draft reports, policies, and procedures for action by City staff and City Council.
• Assist with the annual Citywide Personnel budget and position control.

Knowledge of:

• Fundamental principles and practices of public personnel administration, including principles and techniques of recruitment, job analysis, employee selection, training, discipline, and evaluation.
• Laws and administrative regulations regarding employment.
• Methods of gathering, organizing and conveying information.
• Budget preparation.

Ability to:

• Interact effectively and tactfully with the public and employees, including those in stressful situations, and establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Gather, analyze, and present data and information.
• Draw logical conclusions and make appropriate recommendations.
• Understand, interpret, explain, and apply policies, laws, rules, regulations, standards, and procedures; prepare training materials and make related presentations

Education and Experience:

• Typical education would include a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in public administration, personnel management, or a related field.
• Typical experience would include five years of progressively relevant experience and one year of supervisory experience.

This position may offer opportunities for remote or hybrid work, depending on operational needs.

The family-friendly community of Redding, California, is located near the base of stunning mountains, the Sacramento River, and two National Parks. Known as the Trails Capital of California, Redding takes pride in its over 80 miles of paved and natural surface trails. Redding is the regional hub for health care, shopping, and services, with a culture known for its hospitality and generosity. Discover one of the most affordable housing markets in California! You can find more information about Redding at www.cityofredding.gov/liveworkplay.

The application period closes at midnight on September 13, 2026.