Human Resources Analyst Journey

This position intends to fill a two (2) year limited-term position and establish an eligibility list which may be used to full current and future regular full-time or limited term vacancies over the next two (2) years.

This Journey HR Analyst will be responsible for supporting SMUD's Short- and Long-Term Disability Administration and be a valuable member of the Benefits and Integrated Disability Management Team. Ideally, a successful candidate would have several years of experience supporting, running and enhancing disability administration, deferred compensation, state or private pension programs, and generalist level human resources work. They will have a strong analytical and data driven mindset, and experience with Open Enrollment processes and auditing.

Purpose

Provides professional analytical support and consulting services to business units involved in the planning, development, implementation and administration of human resources processes, programs and initiatives; performs technical personnel staff assignments in one or more of the following areas: Talent Management; Compensation, Classification & Performance; Benefits & Disability Management; Employee Relations; and Strategic Planning Performance & Analytics. Ensures that assigned human resources and workforce program results support SMUD’s strategic objectives and comply with applicable SMUD, federal, state and local laws, rules, regulations and Memorandums of Understanding (MOU) requirements.

Nature and Scope

This classification is comprised of two levels: "E" is the entry, "J" is the journey. This is the journey level and is distinguished from the entry by the assignment of the full range of duties. Incumbents work independently on relevant work and projects of minor to moderate complexity; receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new, unusual or unique situations arise; and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies within the work unit.

Duties and Responsibilities

Work may include, but is not limited to, the following: (NOTE: While in general all the functions and requirements listed are essential, individual positions and/or locations may not require all duties be performed.)

- Talent Management: Provides SMUD management with prospective job candidates who meet SMUD's standards for competence, experience, diversity, knowledge, and skill; establishes employment, recruiting and hiring plans by evaluating SMUD jobs for compliance with federal regulations and SMUD policies; develops hiring materials, including written, oral and performance examinations, supplemental applications and rating guides; assesses candidate qualifications; identifies credible candidates; and maintains all relevant documentation and records.

- Compensation, Classification & Performance: Provides SMUD with well-defined jobs and positions in compliance with all applicable SMUD standards as well as federal and state laws and regulations; performs job and position classification studies by collecting, assessing and interpreting job/position information; performs job audits; develops job/position classifications and descriptions; allocates positions to job classifications; prepares classification reports and confers with management, supervisors, labor relations unit, and employees; ensures competitive, credible, cost-effective, readily understandable, legally appropriate, and administratively efficient compensation programs for all levels of SMUD employees; develops and implements standard and specialized compensation programs by developing and conducting custom compensation surveys; evaluates and interprets market survey data; generates summary statistics; conducts job evaluations; recommends job or employee pay level modifications. Administers SMUD's Performance Management Program (PMP), supports management and employees through the various PMP processes; and assists in enhancing and developing methods/tools of evaluating and developing staff.

- Benefits & Disability Management: Provides administrative support of health plans, pension plan, deferred compensation plans, EAP, and employee convenience options; administers childcare center contract, childcare tuition assistance and wellness center contract. Supports the interactive process for short- and long-term reasonable accommodations, ensuring accurate and timely case management through all phases of the interactive process in accordance with state and federal law, as well as company policies; and manages cases related to work and non-work-related injury or illness.

- Employee Relations: Provides professional support and consulting services in the development, coordination, implementation, and administration of labor and employee relations policies, procedures, and programs; provides ongoing employee relations services to SMUD departments; keeps management abreast of changes in related laws, regulations and local/SMUD MOUs; conducts fact-finding investigations; investigates potential harassment, discrimination and/or retaliation claims; guides disciplinary processes; and recommends solutions to employee relations issues.

- Strategic Planning Performance & Analytics: Performs research, benchmarking and data analysis; provides recommendations for strategic planning and goal setting; and maintains employees personnel data.

- Performs other related duties as needed to include working outside of typical business hours when necessary.

Required Education

- High School diploma or equivalent

Required Experience Qualifications

- At least three (3+) years of progressively responsible relevant work experience functioning as a Human Resources Analyst in one or more of the following areas: Job/Position Classification, Compensation, Benefits, Disability Management, Recruitment, Selection, Employee Relations.

Knowledge Of

Methods and techniques to interpret and apply federal, state and local laws, codes, regulations, ordinances, and standards relating to human resources activities; fundamentals and practices of human resources methods, policies, procedures, processes and programs; fundamentals, procedures and practices related to job evaluation, position and job analysis; fundamentals of recruitment and selection; systems and concepts related to test development and validation methods; procedures and practices related to workers compensation claims management and processing; fundamentals and practices for contract management; safety policies, practices and procedures; standard operating practices and procedures for modern office equipment including a computer and applicable software; English grammar, punctuation and vocabulary standards.

Skills To

Develop strategies associated with human resources processes; assess, interpret and document human resources standards, policies, procedures, processes, and programs; understand and interpret laws, regulations, MOUs and other agreements; apply and implement job classification, job evaluation, investigation, recruitment, selection, and performance evaluation system functions; assess and classify jobs/positions according to professionally accepted methods and standards; identify and assess training needs; apply job evaluation methods to identify appropriate salary levels for jobs/positions; evaluate, understand and explain employee programs; serve as a partner and consultant to management; schedule and prioritize own work assignments to meet expected timeframes; serve as reference person for other employees; utilize a personal computer and/or computer terminal, systems and software relevant to the job; communicate effectively orally and in writing internally/externally; establish and maintain effective working relationships internally/externally.

Desirable Qualifications

- A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in human resources, business, psychology/behavioral science or a related field is desirable. - One (1+) or more years of disability administration (short term, long term, paid family leave).

- Experience with deferred compensation (401(k), 457(b), Roth.

- Experience with state or private pension administration.

- Experience with SAP Employee Central/SuccessFactors, Benefit Focus, or similar HRIS and Benefits administration systems.

- Experience with vendor management.

- Strong Excel experience (formulas, lookups, etc).

- Knowledge of FMLA & CFRA.

- Desirable Certifications:

- SHRM - CP

- CCP

- CPS or equivalent

- IPMA - CS

Physical Requirements

Applicants must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Hybrid Work

This position may be eligible for SMUD's remote work employee benefit, the schedule of which will be determined by the successful candidate and the Hiring Manager. SMUD takes pride in powering the Sacramento region community where we live and work. We value the strong working relationships we develop with our colleagues. Our approach to remote work will continue to evolve. Please be aware that should SMUD’s business needs change, emergencies occur, or various other reasons arise, you may be required to report onsite on a part-time or full-time basis.

CalPERS

SMUD is a CalPERS agency.

As a member of the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS), SMUD offers eligible employees access to a defined benefit pension plan along with other valuable retirement and health benefits. This program helps provide financial security both during your career and after retirement. To learn more about CalPERS and the benefits it offers, please visit www.calpers.ca.gov.

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