Senior Human Resources Analyst (Employee and Labor Relations)
Los Angeles County Development Authority, Alhambra, California, us, 91802
SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCES ANALYST (EMPLOYEE AND LABOR RELATIONS)
Human Resources Department
$95,533.69 – $133,747.59 ANNUALLY (DOQ)
Regular Position
Initial salary placement is generally made between the start and mid-point of the posted range. New hires are not eligible to start at the maximum of the posted range.
LACDA Overview The Los Angeles County Development Authority (LACDA) is a dynamic, innovative agency created in 1982 by the Board of Supervisors. The LACDA’s core pillars include housing and community development programs that benefit the unincorporated Los Angeles County areas and various incorporated cities that participate in LACDA programs. Funded primarily with federal grants, the LACDA is an industry leader in sponsoring new solutions to housing and forming partnerships with private and public agencies. To find out more about the LACDA, please visit our web site at www.lacda.org.
Division Overview The Human Resources Department provides an extensive range of professional, administrative, and advisory services designed to support the staff and operations of the LACDA. These services include talent acquisition, talent development and retention, classification and compensation, benefits administration, disability management, workplace policy development, regulatory compliance, and employee and labor relations.
Position Overview Under general direction, performs a variety of complex analytical and sensitive work in support of employee and labor relations functions. This includes managing conflict resolution, conducting administrative investigations, drafting clear and thorough investigation reports, recommending disciplinary action, facilitating union negotiations and meetings, reviewing employee performance evaluations, developing or revising policies and procedures, providing guidance and consultation on employee and labor matters; developing and delivering training, and performing related duties, as assigned.
The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work performed by this position. This is not a complete listing of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.
Conducts complex work in support of employee and labor relations.
Advises management on policy interpretation and application.
Confers with management to resolve employee relations issues.
Researches, analyzes, and responds to grievances.
Investigates alleged policy violations; prepares prompt and thorough investigative reports, advises management regarding appropriate disciplinary actions.
Participates in, takes notes, and facilitates union negotiations and meetings.
Partners with various division management to recommend, write and impose disciplinary action in accordance with the bargaining unit agreement.
Provides consultation with management to advise on personnel and performance matters.
Develops and conducts employee and labor relations training for management.
Assesses Authority training needs; responds to inquiries of required trainings; researches courses offered by external organizations; makes facility and equipment arrangements; develops, coordinates, and conducts employee trainings.
Conducts research and formulates policy recommendations regarding changes in applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations governing human resources management.
Acts as a resource for employees on policy and procedure questions and aids in resolving human resources related problems.
Participates in the development and implementation of human resources policies; consults with Authority staff and management; assesses impacts to Authority operations; leads training and development efforts as part of the implementation plan.
Stays up to date on new trends and innovations in the field of human resources.
Attends division meetings and other sub-committee meetings as assigned; establishes and maintains contact and working relationships with all internal customers.
Prepares reports, presentations, and documentation.
Maintains accurate and confidential records and files.
Contributes to ensuring that the agency’s policies and programs are carried out in compliance with all applicable laws, rules, and regulations governing human resources.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Essential Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of:
Principles and practices of human resources.
Applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations governing human resources management for a public agency.
EEO rules and regulations.
Meyers-Milias Brown Act
Public Employee Relations Board
Human resources systems and databases.
Training and development needs assessment; development of curriculum, learning objectives, and lesson plans.
Research, statistical, analytical, and reporting methods, techniques, and procedures.
Principles and techniques for working with groups and fostering effective team interaction to ensure teamwork is conducted smoothly.
Principles and procedures of record keeping.
Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and Authority staff.
The structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project, and task coordination, including computers and software programs relevant to work performed.
Ability to:
Understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and labor/management agreements.
Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, policies, procedures, and other written materials.
Identify problems, research, and analyze relevant information, and develop and present recommendations and justification for solutions.
Handle sensitive and confidential information.
Effectively represent the Authority in meetings with divisions and in meetings with individuals.
Prepare clear, effective, and accurate reports, correspondence, and other written materials.
Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, and procedural, and legal guidelines.
Independently organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow-up on assignments.
Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar and syntax.
Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Physical Demands Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; to operate a motor vehicle and visit various Authority sites; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing in work areas and walking between work areas may be required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 15 pounds.
Environmental Conditions Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing divisional policies and procedures.
Minimum Qualifications Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Additional experience, as outlined below, may be substituted for required education on a year-for-year basis.
Education
Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in human resources, business or public administration, or other related field.
Experience
Three (3) years of increasingly responsible professional experience in employee and labor relations.
Licenses and Certifications
Some positions may require possession of a valid California Driver’s License to be maintained throughout employment or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.
Some positions may require possession of industry specific licenses and/or certifications, to be maintained throughout employment.
Desirable Qualifications
Public sector experience
Experience with or working knowledge of the Meyers-Milias-Brown Act
Experience conducting administrative investigations and preparing investigative reports
Equal Opportunity The LACDA is an equal opportunity employer committed to valuing diversity in the workforce and fostering an inclusive workplace for all employees.
Reasonable Accommodation If you are an individual with a disability and need to request reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please call the LACDA, Human Resources at (626) 586-1687 or via email at hr.recruiter@lacda.org.
Application Process To be considered, all applicants are required to apply online by the filing deadline. Applications will be reviewed for possession of minimum qualifications and evaluated according to the essential functions of the job. In the Work Experience section of the application, applicants must demonstrate their experience by providing a clear description of the work performed as it relates to the position. Each job held must include the dates of employment, name and address of the employer, position title, hours per week, and supervisor. Please note resumes will not be reviewed to determine qualifications.
Supplemental questions are considered a part of the application process and must be carefully answered. All required questions must be completed before the application can be submitted. The supplemental questions will be used to evaluate the applicant’s education, training, and experience.
Education Verification To receive credit for required education, applicants must attach a copy of their diploma, degree, or official/unofficial transcripts. Please note foreign degrees (or degrees completed outside of the United States) require an evaluation of U.S. equivalency conducted by a credential evaluation service such as The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE).
Please include three (3) professional references in the "Reference" section of your application.
Failure to comply with this application process may result in disqualification.
Screening and Selection Process Following the review of application materials, the most qualified candidates will be contacted via email and text messaging, if elected, for an assessment test and/or interview. Please check the email account provided on the application for important communications regarding the status of your application and/or next steps.
Salary Compensation Salary compensation is determined based on qualifications, which include experience, education, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Initial salary placement typically falls between the start and mid-point of the posted range. Promotional hires receive a standard promotional increase. New hires cannot start at the maximum of the posted range.
Conditions of Employment Candidates selected from the process will receive an offer of employment contingent upon the successful completion of satisfactory reference checks, a post-offer medical examination, a criminal background check, and a driving record check. Background and driving record check information will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability for the position.
Possession of a valid California Driver’s License to be maintained throughout employment or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.
Failure to meet these pre‑employment requirements will be grounds for withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment.
Proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire.
Employment with the LACDA is at-will and may be terminated at any time with or without cause.
Deadline: MARCH 6, 2026, at 11:59 PM APPLY IMMEDIATELY, THE POSITION MAY CLOSE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE.
Recruitment Number: 26010
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$95,533.69 – $133,747.59 ANNUALLY (DOQ)
Regular Position
Initial salary placement is generally made between the start and mid-point of the posted range. New hires are not eligible to start at the maximum of the posted range.
LACDA Overview The Los Angeles County Development Authority (LACDA) is a dynamic, innovative agency created in 1982 by the Board of Supervisors. The LACDA’s core pillars include housing and community development programs that benefit the unincorporated Los Angeles County areas and various incorporated cities that participate in LACDA programs. Funded primarily with federal grants, the LACDA is an industry leader in sponsoring new solutions to housing and forming partnerships with private and public agencies. To find out more about the LACDA, please visit our web site at www.lacda.org.
Division Overview The Human Resources Department provides an extensive range of professional, administrative, and advisory services designed to support the staff and operations of the LACDA. These services include talent acquisition, talent development and retention, classification and compensation, benefits administration, disability management, workplace policy development, regulatory compliance, and employee and labor relations.
Position Overview Under general direction, performs a variety of complex analytical and sensitive work in support of employee and labor relations functions. This includes managing conflict resolution, conducting administrative investigations, drafting clear and thorough investigation reports, recommending disciplinary action, facilitating union negotiations and meetings, reviewing employee performance evaluations, developing or revising policies and procedures, providing guidance and consultation on employee and labor matters; developing and delivering training, and performing related duties, as assigned.
The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work performed by this position. This is not a complete listing of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.
Conducts complex work in support of employee and labor relations.
Advises management on policy interpretation and application.
Confers with management to resolve employee relations issues.
Researches, analyzes, and responds to grievances.
Investigates alleged policy violations; prepares prompt and thorough investigative reports, advises management regarding appropriate disciplinary actions.
Participates in, takes notes, and facilitates union negotiations and meetings.
Partners with various division management to recommend, write and impose disciplinary action in accordance with the bargaining unit agreement.
Provides consultation with management to advise on personnel and performance matters.
Develops and conducts employee and labor relations training for management.
Assesses Authority training needs; responds to inquiries of required trainings; researches courses offered by external organizations; makes facility and equipment arrangements; develops, coordinates, and conducts employee trainings.
Conducts research and formulates policy recommendations regarding changes in applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations governing human resources management.
Acts as a resource for employees on policy and procedure questions and aids in resolving human resources related problems.
Participates in the development and implementation of human resources policies; consults with Authority staff and management; assesses impacts to Authority operations; leads training and development efforts as part of the implementation plan.
Stays up to date on new trends and innovations in the field of human resources.
Attends division meetings and other sub-committee meetings as assigned; establishes and maintains contact and working relationships with all internal customers.
Prepares reports, presentations, and documentation.
Maintains accurate and confidential records and files.
Contributes to ensuring that the agency’s policies and programs are carried out in compliance with all applicable laws, rules, and regulations governing human resources.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Essential Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of:
Principles and practices of human resources.
Applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations governing human resources management for a public agency.
EEO rules and regulations.
Meyers-Milias Brown Act
Public Employee Relations Board
Human resources systems and databases.
Training and development needs assessment; development of curriculum, learning objectives, and lesson plans.
Research, statistical, analytical, and reporting methods, techniques, and procedures.
Principles and techniques for working with groups and fostering effective team interaction to ensure teamwork is conducted smoothly.
Principles and procedures of record keeping.
Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and Authority staff.
The structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project, and task coordination, including computers and software programs relevant to work performed.
Ability to:
Understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and labor/management agreements.
Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, policies, procedures, and other written materials.
Identify problems, research, and analyze relevant information, and develop and present recommendations and justification for solutions.
Handle sensitive and confidential information.
Effectively represent the Authority in meetings with divisions and in meetings with individuals.
Prepare clear, effective, and accurate reports, correspondence, and other written materials.
Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, and procedural, and legal guidelines.
Independently organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow-up on assignments.
Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar and syntax.
Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Physical Demands Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; to operate a motor vehicle and visit various Authority sites; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing in work areas and walking between work areas may be required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 15 pounds.
Environmental Conditions Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing divisional policies and procedures.
Minimum Qualifications Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Additional experience, as outlined below, may be substituted for required education on a year-for-year basis.
Education
Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in human resources, business or public administration, or other related field.
Experience
Three (3) years of increasingly responsible professional experience in employee and labor relations.
Licenses and Certifications
Some positions may require possession of a valid California Driver’s License to be maintained throughout employment or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.
Some positions may require possession of industry specific licenses and/or certifications, to be maintained throughout employment.
Desirable Qualifications
Public sector experience
Experience with or working knowledge of the Meyers-Milias-Brown Act
Experience conducting administrative investigations and preparing investigative reports
Equal Opportunity The LACDA is an equal opportunity employer committed to valuing diversity in the workforce and fostering an inclusive workplace for all employees.
Reasonable Accommodation If you are an individual with a disability and need to request reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please call the LACDA, Human Resources at (626) 586-1687 or via email at hr.recruiter@lacda.org.
Application Process To be considered, all applicants are required to apply online by the filing deadline. Applications will be reviewed for possession of minimum qualifications and evaluated according to the essential functions of the job. In the Work Experience section of the application, applicants must demonstrate their experience by providing a clear description of the work performed as it relates to the position. Each job held must include the dates of employment, name and address of the employer, position title, hours per week, and supervisor. Please note resumes will not be reviewed to determine qualifications.
Supplemental questions are considered a part of the application process and must be carefully answered. All required questions must be completed before the application can be submitted. The supplemental questions will be used to evaluate the applicant’s education, training, and experience.
Education Verification To receive credit for required education, applicants must attach a copy of their diploma, degree, or official/unofficial transcripts. Please note foreign degrees (or degrees completed outside of the United States) require an evaluation of U.S. equivalency conducted by a credential evaluation service such as The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE).
Please include three (3) professional references in the "Reference" section of your application.
Failure to comply with this application process may result in disqualification.
Screening and Selection Process Following the review of application materials, the most qualified candidates will be contacted via email and text messaging, if elected, for an assessment test and/or interview. Please check the email account provided on the application for important communications regarding the status of your application and/or next steps.
Salary Compensation Salary compensation is determined based on qualifications, which include experience, education, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Initial salary placement typically falls between the start and mid-point of the posted range. Promotional hires receive a standard promotional increase. New hires cannot start at the maximum of the posted range.
Conditions of Employment Candidates selected from the process will receive an offer of employment contingent upon the successful completion of satisfactory reference checks, a post-offer medical examination, a criminal background check, and a driving record check. Background and driving record check information will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability for the position.
Possession of a valid California Driver’s License to be maintained throughout employment or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.
Failure to meet these pre‑employment requirements will be grounds for withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment.
Proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire.
Employment with the LACDA is at-will and may be terminated at any time with or without cause.
Deadline: MARCH 6, 2026, at 11:59 PM APPLY IMMEDIATELY, THE POSITION MAY CLOSE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE.
Recruitment Number: 26010
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