Senior Human Resources Analyst - Employee & Labor Relations (Limited Term Contract Employee - LTCE)
Bay Area Air DistrictDescription
Join an agency committed to creating a healthy breathing environment for every Bay Area resident while protecting and improving public health, air quality, and the global climate!
The Bay Area Air Quality Management District (Air District) is a regional government agency, committed to achieving clean air to protect the public's health and the environment. The Air District accomplishes this goal through regulation of industrial facilities and various outreach and incentive programs designed to encourage clean air choices. The Air District's jurisdiction encompasses all of seven counties - Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara and Napa, and portions of two others - southwestern Solano and southern Sonoma.
At the Air District, we take pride in our commitment to fostering a workplace that values diversity and promotes cultural awareness. We prioritize employee engagement by providing a collaborative and inclusive environment that encourages active participation and open dialogue. Additionally, we believe in pay equity and strive to create an equitable compensation structure. With a strong emphasis on work-life balance, we understand the importance of supporting our employees' well-being both inside and outside the workplace. Join us in a dynamic and inclusive culture where your contributions are celebrated, and your growth is nurtured.
The Air District is currently accepting applications for the position of Senior Human Resources Analyst - Labor & Employee Relations in the Human Resources Division. This is an open recruitment for one (1) full-time, limited-term contract employee position up to three years.
This is a Limited Term Contract Employee (LTCE) Position. LTCE positions are funded by grants or other designated funds which are not part of the District’s ongoing general fund budget. LTCE positions are subject to individual employment contracts and are limited to the duration of their funding source. Regular employees have the right to apply for an LTCE position. However, LTCE positions are not subject to the terms of the EA MOU, and LTCE employees serve on an at will basis.
About the Position:
This Senior Human Resources Analyst for Employee and Labor Relations will serve as a lead resource for the Human Resources Division. This role is responsible for managing complex employee and labor relations across the organization. The ideal candidate will have strong written and oral communication skills, high emotional intelligence, experience with conflict resolution and negotiations, and a sound understanding of labor relations in a highly unionized environment. The Senior Human Resources Analyst partners closely with supervisors, managers, and executives to ensure fair, consistent, and legally compliant practices that will strengthen workplace culture and organizational effectiveness.
Definition
Under direction, provides lead direction and performs the more complex human resources program functions in the areas of labor relations, recruitment and selection, classification and compensation, benefits, payroll, training and organizational development, worker's compensation and safety, equal employment opportunities, and other areas as assigned; and performs related work as assigned.
Distinguishing Characteristics
This is the advanced lead level in the human resource analyst series. Incumbents may provide lead direction and may be assigned to perform the more complex duties. This class is distinguished from the Supervising Human Resources Analyst in that the latter assigns, supervises, reviews and evaluates the work of assigned staff. This class is distinguished from Human Resources Analyst, which is at the journey level, and does not typically perform lead work or the most complex duties.Examples of Duties for this Position
Labor & Employee Relations
Leads grievance handling, workplace investigations, and prepare Air District responses and documentation for mediations, arbitrations, and PERB matters.
Works with employees and supervisors/managers to resolve personnel-related issues; identities additional resources and processes needed for executive resolution as needed. Develops recommendations to address any necessary corrective action.
Partners with managers to resolve employee performance or conduct issues, ensuring consistency and fairness.
Serves as a resource in collective bargaining by drafting proposals, analyzing data, and representing the Air District in meet-and-confer sessions.
Compiles, compares, analyzes, and summarizes salary and benefits data for contract negotiations.
Policy & Compliance
Interprets and applies MOUs, Administrative Code, Personnel Policies, and employment laws.
Monitors and analyzes proposed labor and employment legislation; recommend policy changes.
Other HR Program Leadership
Oversees the performance management program.
Participates in recruitment, classification, compensation, and benefits analysis as needed.
Develops strategies to address Equal Employment Opportunity concerns/issues; advises management on policy; assists with the preparation, updates, and monitoring of the Air District’s Equal Employment Opportunity.
Assists with the development of the Air District's training curriculum to enhance organizational and employee development; may conduct training as it relates to performance management or employee relations.
May provide day-to-day lead direction to other professional, paraprofessional and clerical staff and review their work on special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skill is:
Equivalent to graduation from a four year college or university with major coursework in human resources, public or business administration, or a closely related field, and four years of experience performing professional and analytical human resources work in employee relations and at least two (2) of the following human resources programs: labor relations, classification and compensation, recruitment and selection, employee benefits, payroll, employee training and organizational development, workers' compensation and safety, and equal employment opportunities. Experience performing these functions in a public agency setting is highly desirable.
Desirable Qualifications
How to Apply & Selection Criteria
Interested individuals must submit a completed BAAQMD application, chronological resume, and responses to the supplemental questionnaire by 5:00 p.m. on Monday, October 13th. Applications are accepted online. Please visit our website at w ww.baaqmd.gov/jobs to apply or to download an application. Resumes must be attached to the application and will not be accepted in lieu of the required application materials. Postmarks, faxes, and e-mailed applications will not be accepted.
Supplemental Questions Instructions:
Please limit your responses to one page per question. Do not combine your responses or reference your application, resume, or any other requested documentation that you have included with your application packet to answer a question. This information will be evaluated as is and may be used to determine those applicants with the most directly related experience, education, and training to continue in the selection process. It is very important to provide a concise, clear, legible, complete response to each question.
Selection Criteria:
Selection may be based upon a competitive examination consisting of a written exercise, interview, or combination of the two. Depending on the number of qualified applicants, an application screening and/or panel interview may be used to determine the most qualified applicants. The Air District may hire from this recruitment process to fill future vacancies occurring within the next 18 months. Persons with disabilities who may require reasonable accommodations during the application and/or selection process should notify the Human Resources Office at (415) 749-4980.
The District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.