Human Resources Analyst I/II (Labor & Employee Relations)

The City of Fremont is recruiting for a Human Resources Analyst I/II (Labor and Employee Relations) position to provide professional HR support with a focus on performance management, workplace investigations, employee relations, and organizational development. This role advises managers and supervisors on sensitive personnel matters and supports the development and implementation of an organization-wide training plan focused on legal compliance and leadership development.

Role Focus

• Provide analytical and administrative HR support across labor and employee relations, including performance management and organizational development.
• Advise employees, supervisors, and department heads on employment-related matters.
• Assist with legal compliance and leadership development through training planning and policy support.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform job analyses, including desk audits and organizational reviews, and develop or revise class specifications.
• Conduct classification and compensation analyses, including salary and benefit surveys, and make recommendations.
• Counsel and advise employees and management on promotion, classification, compensation, and related employment topics.
• Provide administrative support and assist with interpreting and applying HR rules, policies, legislation, and MOUs.
• Prepare written materials including reports, memos, letters, and policies.
• Analyze information and prepare reclassification requests.
• Conduct analytical research and prepare projections and assumptions.
• Oversee day-to-day functions of City payroll and benefit programs.
• Implement changes to operational procedures to improve efficiency or to implement changes in regulations, laws, and policies.
• Prepare analysis and reports supporting labor relations, finance, and other administrative functions.
• Oversee creation and distribution of payroll checks to employees.
• Respond to inquiries on compensation issues, including benefits, taxes, and leaves.
• Maintain confidentiality when handling benefits, payroll information, and sensitive personnel matters.
• Oversee staff work to ensure accuracy of benefits and payroll processes.
• Periodically review and revise Administrative Regulations and department policies.
• Prepare PowerPoint presentations and maintain accurate City organization charts.
• Participate in labor relations negotiations as a note taker and provide analysis of proposals presented in bargaining unit negotiations.
• Perform recruitment and selection duties, including development of outreach, examination, and interview materials.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of public personnel administration principles and practices.
• Methods and techniques for classification, compensation, and benefits analysis.
• Applicable state and federal employment laws and regulations.
• Principles and techniques of public sector recruitment and selection.
• Skill in preparing clear, concise written analysis, proposals, reports, and other materials.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and meet critical deadlines.
• Ability to research and analyze complex problems and evaluate data in statistical or narrative form while exercising sound judgment within established guidelines.
• Ability to coordinate tasks, elicit cooperation, and build effective working relationships with diverse individuals and groups.
• Ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio.

Additional Requirements for Journey-Level

• Knowledge of the Meyers-Milias-Brown Act.
• Knowledge of the California Public Employees’ Retirement System.
• Knowledge of Workers’ Compensation law.
• Knowledge of the Family and Medical Leave Act.
• Knowledge of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Education and Experience

• Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities for satisfactory job performance would be qualifying.
• Human Resources Analyst II: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in human resources management, public or business administration, industrial relations, or a closely related field, plus at least two (2) years of experience performing duties comparable to Human Resources Analyst I.
• Experience related to the human resources function may substitute for college education on a year-for-year basis.
• Experience in a public agency setting is desirable.
• Must be willing to work hours necessary to accomplish job requirements.
• Ability to travel independently within and outside City limits.
• Valid California Class C driver’s license required; failure to maintain the license may result in discipline up to and including termination.

Technologies

• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Visio

Compensation and Employment Details

• Location: Fremont, CA (onsite)
• Salary: USD 92,917 - 153,369 per year (annually)
• Job Type: Full-time, regular
• Department: Human Resources
• Division: HRD-Human Resources Admin
• FLSA: Exempt
• EEOC Code: 2
• Barg. Unit: UME
• Probation: 12 months
• Class Code: Level II: 2025 (Rev.: 04/11)
• Job Number: 26HR02

Application Process

• Application Deadline: Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. (PST) OR once 200 applications are received.
• Submit a resume and supplemental questionnaire (part of the online application) with the completed City application.
• Recruitment may close without notice once the applicant cap is reached.
• The selected candidate may be offered Human Resources Analyst I or Human Resources Analyst II based on qualifications.

Selection Process

• Panel interview and/or in-basket or written exercise
• Professional reference checks
• Fingerprint check for criminal history
• Other related components
• Meeting minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate.

Reasonable Accommodation

• Human Resources will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities.
• Notify Human Resources of special needs at least 5 days in advance by calling (510) 494-4660 or emailing [email protected].

Additional Notes: Applicants may also be considered for future Human Resources Analyst opportunities that become available. Other Human Resources Analyst assignments include recruitment, classification/compensation, and labor and employee relations.

Physical and Environmental Demands

• Sitting: Constant
• Walking: Occasional; Standing: Rare
• Fine manipulation (dominant and non-dominant): Frequent
• Talking with face-to-face contact and verbal contact with others: Required; Public: Required
• Hearing: Normal conversation and telephone communication required
• Work environment: Works indoors, using a computer monitor, around others, and sometimes alone and with others

Opening Date: 09/22/2026; Max Number of Applicants: 200.