Senior Human Resources Analyst - Risk Management

The County seeks a Senior Human Resources Analyst specialized in Risk Management to lead budgeting, actuarial analyses, safety and loss-control initiatives, and HR services tied to risk management.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and oversee complex HR program budgets, cost allocation models, and departmental liability allocations; assess financial trends and provide recommendations to support informed leadership decisions.
• Lead actuarial studies and related analyses, interpret findings, and propose guidance; aid in setting rates, funding approaches, and long-range financial projections for employee benefits and risk management programs.
• Interpret and present intricate financial, operational, and statistical data in collaboration with the County Administrative Office; produce reports, forecasts, and recommendations for executive leadership, departments, and governing bodies.
• Offer technical leadership and oversight for specialized HR support functions, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Manage the annual insurance and renewal cycle, including collection and analysis of exposure data, collaboration with brokers and insurers, evaluation of coverage proposals, and recommendations on coverage, limits, and funding strategies.
• Investigate, develop, and advocate policies, procedures, and program improvements to boost operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, fiscal stewardship, and service delivery.

Physical Demands

• Work in a standard office setting using typical equipment, including a computer; may operate a vehicle and visit multiple County sites; primarily sedentary, with occasional standing and walking between work areas; may bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers to access and file information; may lift and move up to 20 pounds.

Environmental Conditions

• Office environment with moderate noise levels and controlled temperature, with no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances.

Additional Requirements

• Some departments may require pre-employment screening prior to an offer, including background screening or a physical examination.

Frequently Asked Questions

Application preparation typically requires 30 to 45 minutes.

Examples of Typical Job Functions (Illustrative Only)

• Oversees the daily operations of assigned HR programs, including recruitment and selection, classification and compensation analyses, training and development, background investigations, employee relations, and organizational development; participates in labor relations activities.
• Contributes to the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for assigned programs; recommends service levels within departmental policy and administers policies and procedures.
• Develops and standardizes procedures to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of programs, service delivery methods, and procedures; identifies opportunities for improvement.
• Participates in selecting, training, motivating, and evaluating assigned personnel; provides staff training; addresses deficiencies and implements discipline as needed.
• Develops and implements recruitment, testing, and selection processes, evaluates recruitment materials and sources, administers examinations, and assists hiring departments with candidate selection.
• Develops and implements background investigative policies, oversees investigations, ensures equal employment opportunity and affirmative action, maintains related databases, and tracks fingerprinting activity.
• Performs job analysis and classification studies for new and existing positions; develops or updates classification specifications as required.
• Conducts compensation studies, selects appropriate internal and external comparators, makes recommendations, and participates in the development and administration of compensation strategies and classification plans; responds to external surveys.
• Processes county liability claims, reviews submissions, gathers information, settles claims within limits, and coordinates with third party administrators.
• Develops and implements occupational safety and health programs to reduce risk and promote workplace safety.
• Oversees audits and investigations of hazards, accidents, injuries, and incidents, including OSHA reviews; recommends changes to prevent injuries.
• Reviews and updates safety policies and procedures as required; maintains safety manuals and documentation and communicates accordingly.
• Establishes and implements safety training objectives; plans and conducts regulatory and safety training; facilitates monthly safety coordinator meetings; prepares required reports.
• Coordinates DMV Pull Program files, notifying relevant agencies of new and terminated employees and new commercial licensees.
• Inspects facilities for compliance with safety and health regulations and industry standards; ensures availability of safety equipment and materials.
• May assist in the management and oversight of the departmental budget.
• Acts as liaison to actuarial and health benefits consultants, third-party administrators, IT personnel, and other specialized service providers.
• Develops and participates in employee relations activities; advises department directors, managers, and employees on HR policies, contracts, grievances, and performance evaluations; collaborates with management on resolutions or contract clarifications.
• Facilitates and participates in the grievance process; attends grievance hearings; represents management at arbitration hearings; serves as a witness.
• Assists with labor contract negotiations; drafts labor relations documents and contract language; represents the county in meetings with bargaining units.
• Responds to Public Records Act requests.
• Provides complex staff assistance to HR management; prepares and presents staff reports and other necessary correspondence.
• Conducts organizational and operational studies, investigations, and special projects; recommends modifications to programs, policies, and procedures as appropriate.
• Coordinates and integrates program services with other county departments and external agencies.
• Participates in developing and implementing procedures to ensure compliance with federal and state laws and regulations.
• Handles administrative details such as tracking departmental activities, transmitting information, processing contracts and agreements, attending meetings, preparing agendas and minutes, and serving on task forces and committees.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.