Human Resource Analyst 2 - DHS Office of Income Maintenance Area 2

THE POSITION

Are you interested in a career with labor relations and human resource (HR) work supporting teams that serve low-income people in Pennsylvania through numerous beneficial assistance programs? We encourage you to apply for this HR Analyst 2 position with the Office of Income Maintenance (OIM), HR Department. With our team, you will act as the local field HR representative for several County Assistance Offices (CAOs) and be responsible for providing HR support and services in labor relations, talent acquisition, time and attendance, and other essential HR functions. An exceptional and exciting opportunity awaits. Join our dedicated team of professionals!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this Human Resource Analyst 2 position, your work will include planning, organizing, directing, and managing the HR functions for the County Assistance Offices (CAO) within the Department of Human Services (DHS) OIM Area 2. This includes Labor Relations, Organization and Complement Management, Health and Safety, Time and Leave Administration, Payroll, Performance Management, Seniority, and Employee Training. You will also act as a liaison for Central HR Services staff to support centralized HR programs including Talent Acquisition, Position Classification, and programs that directly support employees.

You duties will involve providing consultation and guidance to office administrators, managers, and supervisors on the particulars, processes, and applications of these programs; conducting or directing investigations related to grievances and potential disciplinary matters; recommending corrective actions as appropriate; and serving as the CAO representative at arbitrations, hearings, and appeals. This also includes support CAOs in new employee local orientation, performance management, and HR program training, as well as work directly with the executive directors in determining present and future staffing needs in order to maintain an effective workforce. You will also have the opportunity to participate in the development and recommendation of policy, procedure, or organization changes as necessary.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to two days per week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office at your assigned worksite address. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• Travel: You will be required, when needed, to travel to worksites in Office of Income Maintenance Area 2.
• Overtime, as needed.
• Worksite Address: Position location may depend on the selected candidate's location. The selected candidate will work at one of the following County Assistance Office (CAO) locations:
  • Dauphin CAO: 2432 N 7th Street, Harrisburg, PA 17101
  • York CAO: 130 N Duke St, York, PA 17401
  • Lancaster CAO: 832 Manor St, Lancaster, PA 17601
  • Berks CAO: 625 Cherry St, Reading, PA 19602
  • Chester CAO: 100 James Buchanan Drive, Thorndale, PA 19372
  • Bucks CAO: 1214 Veterans Highway, Bristol, PA 19007
  • Delaware CAO: 701 Crosby Street, Suite A, Chester, PA 19013
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year as a Human Resource Analyst 1 or Equal Opportunity Specialist 1 (Commonwealth job titles or equivalent Federal Government job titles, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Two years of analytical experience that includes one year of professional human resource or equal opportunity experience, and a bachelor's degree; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.
• You must pass a background investigation.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e.,