Job Abstract

Culver City is a Charter City incorporated in 1917, and is a destination filled with outdoor cafes, unique shops and galleries opening onto pedestrian-friendly boulevards. Culver City has dedicated staff of approximately 800+ employees with an overall operating budget of over $325 million. The City provides a full range of municipal services including Fire, Police, Planning & Development, Housing & Human Services, Public Works, Parks, Recreation & Community Services, and Transportation.

SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT ANALYST

The following tasks are essential for this position. Incumbents in this classification may not perform all of these tasks or may perform similar related tasks not listed here.

1. Conducts and prepares investigative reports on issues that are sensitive and confidential in nature including employee misconduct; makes decisions related to the course and extent of investigations.
2. Provides advice, consultation and information to department managers, supervisors and employees regarding discipline and related personnel rules, policies and procedures to assist in assuring consistent and uniform application of the disciplinary process Citywide when required; advises department managers and supervisors regarding their options and recommends an appropriate course of action; and participates in fact-finding investigations.
3. Participates and assists in the meet-and-confer process, either during the contract labor negotiation process and/or on individual matters; meets with department managers in order to identify management concerns and possible resolutions; analyzes the impacts and costs of proposals and assists with making recommendations for City positions.
4. Develops new or modifies existing personnel policy and procedures and interprets personnel policy.
5. Leads and participates in new and revised legislative analysis activities.
6. Develops short-range and long-range program plans for the department to meet objectives established by the department head and the management team.
7. Thoroughly analyzes fiscal impact for programs and issues, requirements and requests for services. Collects data sufficient to support conclusions and recommendations. As appropriate, informs other City employees of the findings that affect the operation of another department. Conducts analysis consistent with established deadlines.
8. Makes effective verbal presentations and written reports for the City Council, boards and commissions, staff, intergovernmental and citizen groups. Develops and presents ideas and issues in a convincing verbal and written manner.
9. Develops and maintains effective working relationships with members of the City staff, intergovernmental and citizen groups, and departmental staff.
10. Maintains effective and continuing rapport with other governmental units. Effectively represents Culver City on issues of importance to the City.
11. May provide supervision over technical and clerical staff including assigning, directing, training and evaluating subordinate staff.
12. Assists in assuring consistent and uniform application of the disciplinary process Citywide when required; advises department managers and supervisors regarding their options and recommends an appropriate course of action; and participates in fact-finding investigations; evaluates evidence; assists managers in implementing disciplinary actions where needed.

• A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major coursework in human resources, business or public administration or a related field, AND;
• Three (3) years of experience performing professional-level employee relations, investigations, labor relations, or human resources work. A Master’s degree maybe substituted for one (1) year of work experience.

• Possession of a valid California Class C driver’s license.

• Master's degree or advanced coursework in a discipline related to Human Resources.
• Professional certifications such as PHR/SPHR, SHRM-CP/SCP, IPMA-CP/SCP, AWI-CH, and/or CCP.
• Experience working within a civil service system.
• Experience in a unionized environment.
• Experience in California’s unique employment environment.

SELECTION PROCESS

The selection process will include the following to determine suitability for the position:

• Selection Interview with the Human Resources Department.
• Background and reference check, including Live Scan fingerprinting.
• Medical Examination; candidates must pass a pre-placement medical examination.

The provisions of this job posting do not constitute a contract, express or implied, and any provisions in this posting may be modified or revoked without notice.

Continuation in the examination process and subsequent placement on the eligible list of a person convicted of a crime depends upon the nature of the conviction and the conduct of the applicant subsequent to the offense. Convictions will be evaluated on a job related basis and will not automatically disqualify someone from further consideration.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Culver City is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or applicants on the basis of race, sex, age, disability, veteran status, national origin, religion, political affiliation, or sexual orientation/identification.

Conditions of Employment:

• Background/ Reference Check: Upon a conditional job offer, a live scan finger printing must be completed with acceptable results. Your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI). Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with the City. If you are selected as a finalist, you will be contacted to schedule a fingerprinting appointment. Upon hire, the employee is subject to further reporting from DOJ via subsequent arrest notification.
• Pre-placement medical evaluation including drug screen (select positions).
• E-Verify: Proof of U.S. citizenship, alien residency or authorization to work in the U.S. will be required at time of appointment.