Human Resources Analyst I/II (Recruitment)

The City of Fremont is recruiting for a Human Resources Analyst I/II (Recruitment) to deliver professional HR support across recruitment and selection.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional human resources support to City departments throughout the recruitment and selection process.
• Coordinate recruitment activities and collaborate with hiring managers.
• Develop and administer selection processes.
• Help ensure recruitment practices are consistent, equitable, and compliant with applicable policies and regulations.
• Conduct job analyses, including desk audits and organizational reviews, and develop or revise class specifications.
• Perform classification and compensation analyses, including salary and benefit surveys, and make recommendations.
• Counsel and advise employees, supervisors, and department heads on employment, promotion, classification, and compensation topics.
• Perform administrative support duties, including interpretation and application of HR rules, policies, legislation, and MOUs.
• Prepare written reports, memos, letters, and policies.
• Conduct analysis and prepare reclassification requests.
• Perform analytical research and prepare projections and assumptions.
• Oversee the day-to-day functions of City payroll and benefit programs.
• Implement operational procedure changes to improve efficiency and effectiveness and/or implement regulatory, legal, and policy updates.
• Perform analysis and develop reports supporting labor relations, finance, and other administrative functions.
• Oversee payroll check creation and distribution to employees.
• Respond to compensation-related inquiries, including benefits, taxes, and leaves.
• Maintain confidentiality when handling benefits, payroll information, and sensitive situations.
• Oversee the accuracy of benefits and payroll processes completed by staff.
• Periodically review and revise Administrative Regulations and department policies.
• Prepare PowerPoint presentations.
• 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 the full range of recruitment and selection duties, including development of outreach, examination, and interview materials.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Knowledge of: principles and practices of public personnel administration; methods and techniques for classification, compensation, and benefits analysis; applicable state and federal employment laws and regulations; and public-sector recruitment and selection principles and techniques.
• Journey-level class knowledge: Meyers-Milias-Brown Act, California Public Employees’ Retirement System, Worker’s Compensation law, Family and Medical Leave Act, and Fair Labor Standards Act.
• Skill in: preparing clear, concise, and complete analysis, proposals, reports, and other written materials; maintaining accurate records and meeting critical deadlines; researching and analyzing complex problems using statistical or narrative information; evaluating varied data; and exercising sound judgment within established guidelines.
• Skill in relationship building: establishing and maintaining effective working relationships and collaborating with diverse individuals and groups.
• Ability to: interpret City personnel programs and policies for employees and managers; interpret and analyze information; coordinate a variety of tasks; elicit cooperation; use computer software including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio; work in an office environment that may require extended sitting; and maintain physical and mental condition appropriate to assigned duties.
• Willingness to work hours as necessary to accomplish job requirements.
• Ability to travel independently within and outside of City limits.
• Possess a valid California Class C driver’s license; failure to maintain may result in discipline up to and including termination.
• Human Resources Analyst II (minimum education/experience): Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work 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 a Human Resources Analyst I.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university (major course work in human resources management, public or business administration, industrial relations, or a closely related field).
• Minimum experience: 2 years.

Technologies

• NEOGOV Insight (applicant tracking systems)
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft Visio

Selection Process

• Panel interview.
• 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.
• Advise Human Resources of special needs at least 5 days in advance by calling (510) 494-4660 or emailing [email protected].

Salary and Job Details

• Salary: $92,917.96 - $153,369.06 annually
• Location: Fremont, CA (onsite)
• Job type: Full-time, regular
• Department: Human Resources
• Division: HRD-Human Resources Admin
• Job number: 26HR03
• Opening date: 09/23/2026
• Closing date: 10/9/2026, 5:00 PM Pacific
• Max number of applicants: 200
• FLSA: Exempt
• EEOC code: 2
• Barg. unit: UME
• Probation: 12 months
• Rev.: 04/11
• Class code: Level II: 2025

Application Deadline

• Open until Friday, October 9, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. (PST) OR once 200 applications are received.

Class Specification Highlights

• Human Resources Analyst is a flexibly staffed position; level and salary range placement depend on experience and qualifications.
• Human Resources Analyst III is reserved for the most significantly responsible assignments requiring complex analysis, independent judgment, and formulation of important recommendations.
• Human Resources Analyst I: entry-level class; initially under close supervision; may perform more routine classification and salary survey projects, some recruitment and selection activities, and have exposure to routine labor relations assignments.
• Human Resources Analyst II: full journey-level class; distinguished by conducting classification and salary studies, administering Citywide classification plans and programs, developing compensation recommendations, and designing and administering recruitment and selection activities.
• Human Resources Analyst II may participate in labor relations functions such as note taking and research and analysis of proposals presented in bargaining unit negotiations.
• At this level, employees receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully knowledgeable of applicable HR principles and practices.

Physical and Environmental Demands (Selected Items)

• Sitting: Constant
• Walking: Occasional
• Bending (neck): Frequent
• Bending (waist): Rare
• Lifting: Up to 10 lbs. occasional; otherwise not specified beyond “Never for higher ranges”
• Fine manipulation (dominant): Frequent
• Fine manipulation (non-dominant): Frequent
• Face-to-face contact: Required
• Public: Required
• Telephone communication: Required
• Works indoors using computer monitor; works around others; works alone; works with others

Contact: [email protected]