Salary : $129,000.00 - $195,660.00 Annually
Location : Oakland, CA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 24-057
Department: Human Resources Dept
Division: Employee Relations
Opening Date: 04/15/2024
Closing Date: 5/10/2024 4:30 PM Pacific
The Position

*Please note: the salary ranges listed will change, due to a CPI-based salary increase of 3.4% effective in late April 2024.
This Senior Human Resources Analyst will be working in the Employee Relations Division of the Human Resources Department, reporting to the Manager of Employee Relations. The successful candidate will be assigned a variety of interesting and challenging labor and employee relations work and will be expected to make decisions under general direction.
Typical assignments may include:
•Advising and supporting supervisors and managers throughout every stage of corrective action, including drafting interview questions, reviewing drafts of disciplinary documents, and staffing pre-disciplinary meetings.
•Serving as the initial contact and liaison for intake and assessment of non-DIO employee complaints.
•Conducting workplace investigations. and gathering information for employee relations matters such as harassment allegations, work complaints, or other concerns; informing the Employee Relations Manager and Human Resources Director when additional investigation is required.
•Analyzing and responding to informal concerns and formal grievances by unions.
•Staffing and documenting meetings with labor unions, management, and staff on a wide variety of employment matters; following up on action items.
•Staffing and supporting labor negotiations, including developing and analyzing proposals, drafting agreements, and preparing reports and presentations to a variety of stakeholders.
•Handling routine labor relations and human resource inquiries related to policies, procedures, and bargaining agreements; refers complex matters to appropriate management staff.
•Collecting information and data to assess cost and policy implications of negotiations and disputes. This may include management and union proposals, pay scales and wages, benefits, working conditions, and other mitigating circumstances.
•Conducting surveys, interviews, and other research related to human resource policies, compensation, and other labor negotiations; collecting information and reporting results to Employee Relations Manager or Human Resources Director.
•Assisting labor attorneys in the preparation and presentation of arbitrations or Civil Service hearings, which may include testifying in legal proceedings.
•Conducting trainings and presentations on labor and employment issues.
•Leading and supporting special projects and initiatives.
•Participating in cross functional work teams, including workplace violence prevention and leave/disability management.
•Maintaining knowledge and understanding of laws and regulations related to EEO, affirmative action, collective bargaining, unions, labor relations, and human resources.
•Performing other duties as assigned.
The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate:
•Intellectual curiosity
•Heightened attention to detail
•Excellent writing ability and strong communication skills generally
•Effective diplomacy skills
•Sound judgment and temperament
•Public sector experience
•Expertise in all aspects of public sector labor relations
•Familiarity with state and federal labor and employment laws, including MMBA, FLSA, FMLA, CFRA, ADA, and FEHA
•Experience working as a lead with assigned staff
•Experience developing and presenting trainings and other presentations
•Familiarity with other HR activities including recruitment and selection, classification and compensation, and benefits administration.
SHRM and CalPELRA certification are preferred but not required.
The annual salary is $124,752 up to $189,168. Initial placement within the range is based upon qualifications. Appointment is typically made at or below the control point ($162,180 annually).
Please note: the salary ranges listed will change, due to a CPI-based salary increase of 3.4% effective in late April 2024 .
EBMUD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, gender identity (including transgender status), gender expression, marital or registered domestic partnership status, age for individuals age forty or older, national origin, ancestry, disability (mental or physical), medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, sexual orientation, military and veterans status, family or medical leave status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation or related medical condition), pregnancy disability leave status, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, and other categories protected by federal, state and/or local laws.
Requirements

1. Bachelor's degree or its equivalent.
2. Three years of experience in employee relations work, or its equivalent.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered. To be considered under the "equivalent combination of education and experience" provision, it is your responsibility to include in your application materials written evidence of employment performed at the level of the typical duties of this position and/or coursework in subject areas directly related to this position. For more information, see our FAQ page at http://www.ebmud.com/jobs/job-resources/job-faqs-frequently-asked-questions/.
The Selection Process

1. Submit a completed EBMUD application and the required supplemental question responses online at www.ebmud.com by 4:30 p.m., Friday, May 10, 2024. Only application materials submitted online during the filing period will be accepted. During the application process, please remember to indicate whether or not you are SHRM and/or Labor Relations Academy Master certified, and the level of certification (other equivalent certifications will be considered).
2. Candidates must achieve a passing score on each test part in order to advance to the next step in the selection process.
3. Applications will be competitively evaluated and those presenting the best job-related qualifications will be invited to continue further in the process.
4. Successful candidates will be placed on the hiring list, based on rank, for further consideration to fill the current regular vacancy, as well as others occurring over the next 12 to 24 months.
5. The probation period for this position is 12 months. For those holding civil service status, the probation period is 6 months.
6. All employment offers are conditional, pending the results of a Live Scan background screening. All selected finalists must participate in the Live Scan background screening process to remain in consideration for EBMUD employment.
Supplemental Information

As the first step in the selection process, responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted online with the regular EBMUD application. Please provide thorough, accurate descriptions of assignments you have personally performed. Should you respond with comments such as "see application" or "see resume" instead of addressing the questions directly, your application may not be considered.
Our excellent benefits package includes:

• Eligibility for annual merit-based bonus pay program;
• 12 days paid vacation; 16 holidays; 13 days paid sick leave;
• Family health insurance (choice of Kaiser fully paid or Sutter Health Plus or Anthem Blue Cross 85% paid);
• Fully paid family dental and vision care plans; life insurance; long-term disability insurance;
• EBMUD Retirement Plan (reciprocal with CalPERS);
• $1,000/yr. contributed to flexible spending account or cash;
• $145/mo. public transit subsidy;
• 401(k), 401(a) and 457(b) tax-deferred retirement plans; Roth 401(k);
• $3,500/yr. tuition reimbursement;
• And opportunities for professional growth including training and career development.

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Describe your experience in providing advice and support to management on disciplinary actions, including preparing documentation. Please give a specific example that you believe best demonstrates your experience and ability in this area.
02

Describe your experience in providing advice and consultation to management on grievances, including assisting with reviewing and responding to grievances. Please give a specific example that you believe best demonstrates your experience and ability in this area.
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Describe your knowledge and experience conducting investigations. Please provide an example of a complicated matter you investigated that resulted in a finding that management did not agree with.
04

Describe your experience drafting written opinions interpreting and applying complex rules and regulations. Include in your response an example where your interpretation was used to resolve a union- or personnel-related issue.
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Describe your experience with labor negotiations and meet-and-confer proceedings, including the nature and frequency of your interaction with union representatives.
Required Question