SUPERVISING HUMAN RESOURCES ANALYST (EMPLOYEE SERVICES)

General Statement of Duties

This employee supervises, assigns, reviews, and participates in the work of staff responsible for assigned Employee Services activities. Employee ensures work quality and adherence to established policies and procedures and performs the more technical and complex tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility. Perform related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications (KSAs)

(Illustrative only. Any one position may not require all of the listed KSAs nor do the listed examples include all the KSAs which may be required.)

Knowledge of:
Methods and techniques of training, testing, evaluation, interviewing, negotiation, and statistical analysis.
Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
Principles and procedures of research, data collection, and report preparation.
Modern and complex principles and practices of human resource management. Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations. This includes, but is not limited to : the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA), Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA), Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Pregnancy Discrimination Act, and the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA),
Structure of City government, City administration, and City services for the public.
Methods and techniques for employee/labor relation management; union negotiations; teambuilding frameworks; organizational development models.

Skill to:
Operate appropriate computer equipment; use properly all related hardware and software.
Evaluate technology needs for operational efficiency and enhancement.
Operate assigned vehicle in the course of duty.
Effectively manage the daily operations and administration of assigned employee service functions.

Ability to:
Implement and maintain positive employee relations.
Establish and maintain positive labor relations with City Union Officials.
Promote and maintain highest integrity throughout all personnel. Analyze and manage effective EEO/AA programs. Supervise, organize and review the work of lower level staff. Develop and build effective teams.
Select, supervise, train and evaluate subordinate staff. Interpret and explain City policies and procedures.
Prepare clear and concise reports; present oral reports.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work including City officials and the general public
Use a personal computer in performance of job duties.
Conduct meetings and hearings as appropriate.
Conduct interviews; conduct training programs; conduct negotiations as assigned

EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED

(Illustrative only. Any one position within this classification may not include all of the duties listed nor do the listed examples include all of the tasks which may be performed.)

Plans, prioritizes, assigns, supervises, reviews, and participates in the work of staff responsible for assigned human resources activities.
Establishes schedules and methods for providing assigned human resource services; identifies resource needs; reviews needs with appropriate management staff; allocates resources accordingly.
Participates in the development of policies and procedures; monitors work activities to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures; makes recommendations for changes and improvements to existing standards and procedures.
Develops effective work plans for subordinate staff; develops performance plans for subordinate staff; conducts staff performance reviews.
Leads and manages staff during work processes in accordance with HR policies. Approves, develops, and maintains staff travel and training budget.
Attends workshops and training to enhance supervisory skills.
Recommends and assists in the implementation of goals and objectives; implements approved policies and procedures.
Performs the more technical and complex tasks of the work unit including negotiation with unions, direction of training programs, direction of testing, and participation in required hearings and civil service meetings.
Participates in the selection of staff; provides or coordinates staff training; works with employees to correct deficiencies; implements discipline procedures; implements City human resources policies.
Prepares analytical and statistical reports on operations and activities; gives presentations as assigned.
Interprets union contracts, Civil Service rules, and City human resources policies and procedures to employees and agencies; provides advice and facilitate solutions for human resource problems and issues.
Responds to challenges, questions, and concerns related to City human resource activities.
Maintains familiarity with all laws and guidelines related to human resources, including EEO, ADA, Affirmative Action, etc.; maintains familiarity with related court decisions and legal opinions.
Assists those contacted in the course of duty in an effective, efficient, and professional manner.
Designs methodologies for research projects and implementation; develops work programs for the division; participates in short-term (1 year) and long-term (2 or more years) planning for projects within the division, department, or the city; sets up task forces for special projects. Prepares or directs the preparation of reports, recommendations, and presentations to the department/division Director, City Manager, City Council, other City departments, and the general public.
Develops section/division policies and assists in developing city policies; establishes written procedures, informal guidelines, and forms as may be necessary to effectuate programs and requirements; works to streamline systems and reporting across City government.
Administers work programs for the division.
Tracks progress of projects and ensure timely progress; communicates measurable and time-sensitive directives to appropriate staff to solve problems.
Ensures procurement of the equipment, supplies, services, construction, and professional services necessary for the operations of a specific department or division, program, or project.
Coordinates the work and activities of different groups with common goals; plans and directs meetings for the section/division or the city.
Provides guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.

Required Education and Experience

Each applicant must have a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Public Administration, Business Administration, Human Resources, Labor Relations, or a closely related field. Additionally, each applicant must have five years of supervisory/management level professional work experience in Human Resources or a related field, with at least two years of experience in labor and employee relations.

An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered

OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Must have a valid Driver's License.
Must be an excellent communicator and team builder

MILITARY EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE EVALUATION
Military education and experience may be substituted for college level course work at the lower and upper division baccalaureate and graduate levels and apprenticeship training at the vocational certificate level on a case by case basis based on the American Council on Education (ACE) Military Guide recommendations.

Working and Physical Conditions

Environmental Conditions:
Predominately indoor environments; exposure to computer screens; some travel within the city required.

Physical Conditions:
Duties require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting, standing and walking for prolonged periods of time; general manual dexterity required; visual, auditory and linguistic acuity required; must be able to operate assigned vehicle.

The below information is solely intended as a summary of the benefits available and is subject to change. Not all benefits listed are available for every position. Benefits can vary depending on applicable labor agreements and/or salary plan. For specific questions, contact the HR Contact indicated on the Job Posting.

The City of Cincinnati offers its employees competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefit package designed to actively attract and retain quality employees' to add additional value to the City of Cincinnati's workforce. A summary of these benefits for full-time employment is listed below. This is a general listing of benefits for all employees and is not intended to be a comprehensive listing for all bargaining units.

The City offers a variety of training programs, ranging from job-specific skills such as computer and equipment instruction, to helping supervisors improve their management techniques.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The City of Cincinnati is dedicated to providing equal employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation or transgendered status, or ethnic, national or Appalachian origin, or on the basis of any other category protected under federal, state and local laws.

Holidays

The City of Cincinnati has 11 paid holidays annually that include:

New Year's Day
Martin Luther King Day
President's Day
Memorial Day
Juneteenth
Independence Day
Labor Day
Veterans' Day
Thanksgiving Day
Day after Thanksgiving
Christmas

Health Insurance

The City of Cincinnati 80/20 offers 3 medical plans to all full time City of Cincinnati employees and eligible dependents: the 80/20 PPO medical plan, the HDHP medical plan with an HSA contribution, and a Health Reimbursement Arrangement for those enrolled on another non-city eligible group plan.

Eligible dependents include:

Legal Spouse or Equal Partner
Child (natural child, adopted child, and/or child who the group has determined is covered under a "Qualified Medical Child Support Order")
Step-child
Child for whom the employee or employee's spouse/equal partner is a legal guardian

Basic Life Insurance

A $50,000 Basic Life Insurance policy is paid for by the City for certain eligible employees. Full time employees not eligible for the City-paid basic life insurance policy are generally provided a similar benefit through their union group.

Supplemental Life, Long Term Disability, Accident & Critical Illness Insurance

Most full time City employees are eligible to participate in a supplemental life insurance program, a long term disability plan, and accident and critical illness insurance programs at their own expense. Premiums are determined by age, amount of coverage, and various additional factors.

Flexible Benefits Plans

Healthcare Flex Spending Account

City employees can participate in the Healthcare Flex Spending Account that can be used to pay out-of-pocket medical, prescription, dental, and vision care expenses for employees and family members.

Dependent Care Flex Spending Account

City employees can participate in a Dependent Care Flex Spending Account that can be used to pay work-related dependent care expenses. Participants can set aside money each year through pre-tax payroll deductions to pay for these expenses.

Transportation Expense Reimbursement Account

City employees can participate in a Transportation Expense Reimbursement Account (TERA) that can be used to reimburse expenses related to traveling to and from work. Participants can set-up a pre-tax payroll deduction up to an IRS regulated amount.

Healthy Lifestyles Program

City employees can voluntarily participate in a wellness incentive program that encourages and rewards employees and their spouses/equal partners for making positive choices for better health. The City of Cincinnati will contribute up to $300/year to a Health Reimbursement Account for each the employee and their spouse/equal partner for meeting specified program goals. These dollars can be used to offset qualified out-of-pocket medical expenses.

Integrated Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)

This is a voluntary program that serves as an alternative healthcare option to traditional medical plans. If you have alternate group health coverage available to you through a spouse, equal partner, another job, or a non-city retirement plan, you may be eligible for this plan which reimburses you for the difference in premiums between the plans and your covered out of pocket expenses on the other plan.

Retirement Plan

The City provides a defined benefit pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. New hires and re-hired employees are required to participate in the City of Cincinnati's Retirement System (CRS), regardless of previous participation in an Ohio State pension system or any another state or federal pension system. CRS is funded by employer and employee contributions, and investment returns from plan assets. CRS provides retirement and health care benefits subject to eligibility requirements. The following groups are excluded from participation in CRS: Mayor and Members of City Council; Sworn Police & Fire; Police Recruits; and Rehired Ohio Police & Fire Retirees.

Deferred Compensation

As an Ohio government employer, the City offers employees the ability to participate in a 457(b) tax-deferred retirement savings plan. The City makes an annual match to your 457(b) of up to $750, or as otherwise specified in applicable regulations and union contracts.