PERSONNEL ANALYST I-IV

DESCRIPTION

Applications are available online beginning Friday, March 7, 2025 through 4:30 pm, Friday, April 4, 2025.

SALARY INFORMATION:
Grade I -$35.932-$48.839 Hourly
Grade II -$38.760-$52.686 Hourly
Grade III -$41.820-$56.897 Hourly
Grade IV -$45.070-$61.387 Hourly

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Performs professional personnel staff assignments by researching, analyzing and interpreting information and preparing correspondence and reports with recommendations to management on diverse personnel administration activities, issues, and problems; interprets the Civil Service Rules and Regulations, Salary Resolution, Personnel Ordinance, Personnel Policy and Procedures, collective bargaining agreements, Equal Employment Opportunity plan, and relevant sections of the Administrative Rules and Regulations, City charter, municipal code, Myers-Milias-Brown Act (MMBA) and Public Employment Relations Board (PERB) rulings; develops and implements new or revised programs, procedures and methods of operation; prepares and presents written and oral reports relating to various aspects of personnel administration and labor relations; develops, compiles, and analyzes statistical data and surveys; may conduct various personnel and disciplinary investigations; develops recommendations for resolution of inquiries, appeals, and/or complaints to both internal organization and external agencies; researches, compiles, and evaluates job analysis information and test validation data; develops employment selection examinations, performance analysis for validation studies, and modifies test based on analysis; coordinates, schedules, develops, and administers a variety of written, performance and oral employment examinations, including those in the public safety promotional series; develops classification specifications and conducts special studies, audits, projects, and makes recommendations; develops and coordinates outreach recruitment resources and activities; develops, coordinates, and conducts training and development programs; may provide professional and technical support to City-wide management and supervisory personnel regarding employment, disciplinary and performance issues, and grievance policies and procedures and make recommendations regarding personnel related issues; may provide professional and technical assistance to City-wide management and supervisory personnel as it relates to interpretation, compliance, and implementation of state and federal employment laws; may assist in formulating and implementing bargaining strategies and techniques; may conduct research in preparation for negotiations, fact-finding or grievance arbitration; may assist in negotiations of wages, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment, may assist active employees with the interpretation and application of CalPERS rules and regulations; may serve as the liaison between the City and CalPERS regarding retirement training, counseling, and post-retirement follow-up; may coordinate automation projects, write specifications, work plans, and time estimates; and performs other related duties as required.

REQUIREMENTS TO FILE

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in Public or Business Administration or a closely related field;
  
  

AND

• Two years of recent professional personnel or administrative experience which required that applicant obtain a general knowledge of all or most of the following areas: benefits, recruitment, test development and validation, classification, salary administration, ADA, equal employment opportunity, employee training and development, labor relations, and general personnel administration.
  

Opportunities for Substitution of Education or Experience

Experience offering specific and substantial preparation for the duties of the position may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

A master's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Organizational Development, Industrial Relations, or a closely related field may be substituted for one year of the required experience.

*Proof of required documents, such as degree or transcripts, must be uploaded to the online application at the time of filing. Any proofs submitted must contain either the applicant's name or other identifying characteristics on the form. Degrees must indicate the field of study and transcripts must indicate a field of study and degree conferred date. Candidates who possess degrees from colleges or universities outside the United States must attach proof of educational equivalence at the time of filing.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and ordinances;
• Knowledge of principles and terminology of employment selection, position classification, and salary administration;
• Knowledge of job analysis methodology;
• Knowledge of principles and practices of effective customer service techniques;
• Ability to operate a personal computer and business software;
• Ability to understand and interpret policies and procedures and explain them to others;
• Ability to collect, evaluate, and interpret data and make sound recommendation on complex issues;
• Ability to write clear, concise reports, and other materials;
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;
• Ability to use critical judgement in the evaluation of data and the development of plans, tests, reports, and other materials;
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with those encountered during work, including various levels of professional, managerial, administrative, and technical personnel.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Experience in public sector area, labor relations, researching and analyzing employment practices, conducting personnel, disciplinary or equal employment opportunity investigations, utilizing applicant tracking systems (such as NEOGOV), and developing public safety promotional examinations. Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certificate, Public Sector HR Association (PSHRA) Senior Certified Professional or Certified Professional certificate, or Association of Workplace Investigators Certificate Holder (AWI-CH). Bilingual/biliterate skills (Spanish, Khmer, or Tagalog) may be desirable for some positions interacting with the public.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

EXAMINATION WEIGHTS:
Application and Supplemental Application.......................................................................................................Qualifying
Appraisal Interview (includes Writing Exercise).................................................................................................100%

A minimum rating of 70 must be attained in order to pass the examination. Certification by score bands will be considered based on an analysis of exam results. This is a continuous eligible list, which means eligible lists may be established periodically and may expire six months from their effective date. Applicants may apply only once during a four-month period. Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications with applications received by March 14, 2025, will be invited with Test #01 candidates to the appraisal interview.

Screening of applicants will be conducted on the basis of application and required supplemental application submitted. Only those candidates showing the strongest backgrounds on the basis of comparative analysis will be invited to the examination process. Based on the number of applications accepted, the selection procedure may be changed. In the event a revision is necessary, the affected persons will be notified.

In accordance with Civil Service Procedure 3.38, all eligible veterans that successfully qualify on any or all open-competitive examinations shall receive an additional credit of ten (10) points that will be added to their original passing score. Disabled veterans passing the examination shall receive a credit of fifteen (15) points that will be added to their original passing score. (A copy of the veterans DD-214, Member 4 form indicating honorable discharge must be attached to the application at the time of filing.)

If you have not received notification within two weeks after the close of filing, please contact the Civil Service Department at (562) 570-6202.

EQUITY AND INCLUSION
The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender.

The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act

In support of the City's Language Access Policy, bilingual skills (Spanish, Khmer, and/or Tagalog) are desirable for positions interacting with the public.

This information is available in an alternative format by request at (562) 570-6202. If special accommodation is desired, please contact the Civil Service Department two (2) business days prior to the examination(s) at (562) 570-6202. For the hearing impaired, call (562) 570-6638.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.

J.O.B. E48AN-25 PA:TM CSC 03/05/2025

Employee Benefits

The City of Long Beach offers its employees opportunities to grow personally and professionally.As a permanent employee, you are eligible to receive fringe benefits that include:

• Medical and Dental Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Retirement Plan (P.E.R.S.)

• Paid Vacation, Personal Holidays and Sick Leave

• Deferred Compensation

• Credit Union Membership

• Free Bus Transportation (Long Beach Transit)

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Free Employee Parking
• Paid Parental Leave*
*Paid Parental Leave - after six (6) months of City employment; up to 30 calendar days (160 hours/192 hours for sworn platoon) of PPL, taken in full-day increments, in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster placement of a child, up to the age of seventeen (17).

Closing Date/Time: 4/4/2025 4:30 PM Pacific

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