Human Resources Analyst I/II - Investigations (Finance)

The Human Resources (HR) Department is seeking a qualified HR Analyst I/II to support the Employee Relations Investigation Unit in Riverside.

The HR Analyst will serve as a subject matter expert in all areas of Employee Relations, conduct a wide variety of administrative investigations, and provide direct guidance on employee discipline including allegations of harassment, discrimination, workplace violence, fitness for duty, and Title VII/Equal Employment Opportunity complaints. The position will include the interpretation of Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) and will necessitate that the incumbent provides ongoing advice regarding best practices and application of the MOUs as applied to a wide variety of employee relations issues. Additionally, the incumbent will evaluate grievances and review performance management cases.

The Department desires candidates who have provided support or have been involved in the full scope of employee investigations or fraud, waste and abuse investigations and those with knowledge of discrimination and harassment laws and policies governing public sector labor and employment. Candidates with a working understanding of the processes and protections provided under the Equal Opportunity Commission, the Department of Industrial Relations, the US Department of Labor Relations are highly desired. Competitive candidates will possess considerable work experience in a public sector unionized environment with comparable experience performing employee relations or fraud, waste and abuse investigations with strong writing abilities.

The level at which the position will be filled is at the Department's discretion and is based on candidate qualifications.

Meet the team!

The Human Resources Department strives to effectively serve and partner with our community, departments and employees by leveraging best practices and innovation to foster a thriving county.

• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Employee Relations, providing strategic guidance and support to managers and staff on complex employee relations matters.
• Conduct thorough administrative investigations into employee misconduct, including but not limited to allegations of harassment, discrimination, retaliation, workplace violence, and fitness for duty concerns.
• Provide direct consultative support and recommendations on employee discipline and performance management, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.
• Interpret and apply provisions of Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) to a wide range of employee relations issues, advising departments on best practices and labor contract compliance.
• Evaluate and respond to employee grievances, collaborating with departmental leadership and labor representatives to resolve disputes at the earliest point possible.
• Analyze and prepare detailed investigative reports, disciplinary letters, and formal communications, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and legal sufficiency.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, including Title VII, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), and other civil rights laws.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements and emerging trends in employee relations, particularly as they relate to the public sector and unionized environments.
• Support labor relations efforts, including contract negotiations and consultation with union representatives on employee-related matters.
• Collaborate with legal counsel, internal departments, and external agencies, such as the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), Department of Industrial Relations (DIR), and U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), as necessary.
• Develop and deliver training programs and tools for managers and supervisors on topics related to employee relations, investigations, documentation, and legal compliance.
• Maintain confidential and accurate records of investigations, grievances, and disciplinary actions in accordance with department policies and legal retention requirements.

Human Resources Analyst I
$29.36 - $41.61 Hourly

OPTION I

Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree or equivalent education (minimum completed units equaling 120 semester/180 quarter). Technical, paraprofessional or professional human resources experience may substitute for the education based on a year-for-year basis (one year of full-time experience equaling 30 semester/45 quarter college level-units).

Experience: At least one year of professional experience in employee investigations or fraud, waste and abuse investigations.

OPTION II

Experience: Four years of technical, paraprofessional or professional human resources experience and at least one year of professional experience in employee investigations or fraud, waste and abuse investigations.

Human Resources Analyst II
$36.37 - $51.60 Hourly

OPTION I
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree or equivalent education (minimum completed units equals 120 semester/180 quarter). Additional qualifying technical, paraprofessional or professional human resources experience may substitute for the education based on a year-for-year basis (one year of full-time experience equaling 30 semester/45 quarter college level-units).

Experience: Two years of professional experience (at the County of Riverside Human Resources Analyst I level or above) with responsibility in employee investigations or fraud, waste and abuse investigations. (Completion of graduate level courses from an accredited college or university may substitute for the required experience on the basis of 24 semester or 36 quarter units equaling one year of experience.)

OPTION II
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree or equivalent education (minimum completed units equals 120 semester/180 quarter). Additional qualifying technical, paraprofessional or professional human resources experience may substitute for the education based on a year-for-year basis (one year of full-time experience equaling 30 semester/45 quarter college level-units).

Experience: Two years as a Human Resources Technician with the County of Riverside and at least one year of professional experience in employee investigations or fraud, waste and abuse investigations. (Completion of graduate level courses from an accredited college or university may substitute for the required experience on the basis of 24 semester or 36 quarter units equaling one year of experience.)

All Options:
(Clerical experience does not qualify).

Knowledge of: The principles and practices of public administration, organization and management; the principles and practices of public human resources administration including job classification, salary administration, recruitment and selection, examining, interviewing, and affirmative action; the development, analysis and evaluation of tests and test materials; occupations found in the public services and their job requirements; modern office methods and procedures; the application of statistical methods to human resources work; the techniques of job analysis for position classification, recruitment and selection.

Ability to: Develop, administer, analyze, and evaluate tests for a variety of occupations; study and analyze jobs in a variety of occupations and make sound classification decisions; collect data, analyze it objectively, present it clearly, and prepare sound recommendations and reports; understand, interpret and apply human resources laws, rules, regulations, standards, and procedures; explain human resources procedures and adjust complaints; secure cooperation of operating officials in accepting and carrying out sound human resources management practices; keep abreast of developments in the field of public human resources administration; speak and write effectively.

Flexible Schedule:
This position is a hybrid telework with the option of a 5/40, 9/80 or 4/10 with Monday's off.This recruitment is open to all applicants. Depending on the volume of applications this recruitment may close earlier than the posted date.

TESTING REQUIREMENTS:

Candidates may be required to successfully pass the new HR Analytical Skills assessment as part of the application process for this position. The test must be taken through the NeoGov recruiting system. Candidates who meet the position requirements will be emailed a link to take the online test. It is strongly recommended that all candidates maintain a valid email in their contact information on their NeoGov account. It is important that the instructions provided in the email are followed exactly. We expect all candidates to uphold the highest standards of integrity and to complete the exam independently, relying solely on their own knowledge and skills. Any attempt to cheat-including using web browsers, external resources, seeking assistance, or copying answers-is a breach of this standard and may result in disqualification. To ensure fairness, we reserve the right to require candidates to take or retake the exam under in-person proctored conditions. Those that have successfully passed the previous HR Analyst Written Assessment may be exempt from the new assessment.

For questions regarding this posting contact Angie Tavaglione at atavaglione@rivco.org or at (951) 966-3590.