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Principal Human Resources Analyst (Employee Relations)

At the Orange County Sanitation District, our Core Values form the framework of our organization and reinforce our professional work ethic. If the following values ring true with you, we'd love to invite you to explore our career opportunities further.

Integrity, Inclusion, Honesty, and Respect
We aspire to the highest degree of integrity, inclusion, honesty, and respect in our interaction with each other, our suppliers, our customers, and our community. We strive to demonstrate these values in our actions, commitments, and service.

Leadership, Teamwork, and Problem Solving
We lead by example, acknowledging the value of our resources and using them wisely to achieve our mission. We strive to reach OC San goals through cooperative efforts and collaboration with each other and our constituencies. We work to solve problems in a creative, cost-effective, and safe manner, and we acknowledge team and individual efforts.

Customer Service, Transparency, and Accountability
We are committed to acting in a timely, accurate, accessible, and transparent manner through excellent customer service. We are committed to act in the best interest of our internal and external stakeholders.

Resiliency, Innovation, and Learning
We continuously develop ourselves, enhancing our talents, skills, and abilities. We recognize that only through personal growth and development will we progress as an agency and as individuals.

Safety
We are committed to providing a safe work environment. We will demonstrate leadership, promote individual accountability, and participate actively in the advancement of our health and safety practices.

OC San is currently looking to fill the role of a Principal Human Resources Analyst (Employee Relations).

As a member of the Employee and Labor Relations team, the Principal Human Resources Analyst will:

• Work collaboratively with Human Resources management to provide expert counsel and serve as a trusted advisor to various departments regarding employee relations matters.
• Manage and respond to sensitive and high-stakes issues, including workplace complaints, investigations, disciplinary actions, and grievances, while ensuring timely resolution and compliance with organizational policies, legal and contractual obligations.
• As a technical lead, mentor and support HR staff responsible for administering the performance management, workers' compensation and leave of absence programs.
• Provide information to employees and others using sound judgment and effective interpretation of bargaining agreements, policies, laws, rules and procedures.
• Develop, implement, and administer complex HR programs with an organization-wide impact to help maintain a motivated and high-performing workforce.
• Take a leadership role to research and analyze trends in HR and develop sound recommendations for management, prepare data-driven and concise staff reports, and participate in the budget process.

The Ideal Candidate will proactively address workplace challenges, ensure legal and labor contract compliance, and foster positive employer-employee relationships that enhance engagement and productivity. Additionally, the individual will have:

• Extensive knowledge and direct experience managing employee complaints, grievances and investigations including, but not limited to, conducting investigative interviews, drafting disciplinary documents, facilitating public employee due process rights, and serving as the employer representative in administrative and legal proceedings.
• A deep understanding of HR principles and practices, with demonstrated ability to problem-solve, and think critically to resolve issues and handle high-volume, sensitive matters.
• Exceptional interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with all levels of the organization, providing excellent customer service and advice.
• Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with others in situations that may involve confrontation, conflict and difficult conversations.
• A detail-oriented, self-directed and proactive work style with the ability to juggle multiple projects and assignments while producing high-quality work.
• Strong leadership abilities, with a demonstrated track record of mentoring and guiding junior staff to success while encouraging their professional growth.

Job Requirements

This position requires the possession of a Bachelor's degree from a college or university which is accredited by the US Department of Education, with major coursework in human resources, psychology, business or public administration, or a related field.

Five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in human resources administration or analysis is required.

In addition, certifications or relevant training/coursework recognized in the Human Resources industry are highly desired.

How to Apply

Recruitment & Selection Process:

(an eligible list may be established for future vacancies)

APPLICATION FILING DEADLINE: March 27, 2025, 5:00 P.M.
(or until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received)

Hiring Salary Range: $136,385.60- $150,342.40/Year
(starting salary will be within this range based upon qualifications)