Human Resources Analyst

Job Overview

The County of Yuba is seeking a Human Resources Analyst I/II to join the Human Resources Department. Working under general guidance, the role involves performing comprehensive and professional analytical tasks to support a centralized human resources, organizational services, and risk management office.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage merit-based recruitment processes.
• Conduct classification and compensation studies.
• Review organizational structure and provide recommendations.
• Deliver diverse training sessions for new and existing staff.
• Maintain accuracy and support of employee records and data systems.
• Handle initial labor and employee relations matters.
• Advise supervisors and managers on human resources policies, procedures, and practices.
• Support safety and risk management activities.
• Coordinate employee benefits.
• Research and analyze laws and regulations to ensure HR compliance.
• Perform other related tasks as assigned.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Experienced in administering protected leaves such as FMLA/CFRA, ADA/FEHA, pregnancy disability, military leave, and related laws.
• Proficient in managing leave cases, facilitating interactive processes, and ensuring legal compliance while providing excellent customer service.
• Skilled in interpreting employment laws, regulations, policies, and best HR practices.
• Capable of advising leadership on leave management, employee relations, accommodations, and other HR topics.
• Adept at conducting research, analyzing issues, and devising compliant solutions.
• Maintains confidentiality, data integrity, and effectively uses HR information systems.
• Manages multiple cases efficiently while meeting deadlines within established frameworks.
• Strong communicator with experience training and guiding employees, supervisors, and managers.
• Displays sound judgment, professionalism, discretion, and commitment to equitable policy enforcement.
• Builds collaborative, service-oriented relationships that balance employee needs with organizational goals.

Qualifications - Human Resources Analyst I

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, public or business administration, industrial relations, economics, or a related discipline from an accredited institution.
• At least one year of human resources experience; relevant analytical experience may substitute education on a year-for-year basis.
• Preferred qualifications include experience in recruitment, benefits, classification, compensation, or HR policy interpretation; SPHR/PHR certification is a plus.

Qualifications - Human Resources Analyst II

• Bachelor's degree in relevant fields as above.
• Two years of progressively responsible experience, including one year equivalent to Human Resources Analyst I; applicable HR analytical experience may substitute education on a year-for-year basis.
• Preferred qualifications consist of SPHR/PHR certification and/or an advanced degree related to HR, plus extended experience in public or private sector HR departments; knowledge in risk management, cost analysis, employee safety, or public agency experience is advantageous.