Human Resource Analyst

Incumbents are members of a human resource office and typically have a direct line relationship to a Human Resource Manager or Director. An incumbent in this job performs human resource functions in any of the following areas: recruitment, personnel selection, training, classification, benefits, payroll and employee relations. Incumbents may coordinate projects or functions related to Human Resource activities or programs. Analysts interpret and insure compliance with law, rules, policy, regulation or business practices. Works under direct supervision and at a level of responsibility which may require consultation with other senior human resource professionals in carrying out some assigned tasks. Incumbent works independently in performing routine to moderately difficult assignments. An incumbent in this job also may mentor or functionally supervise Human Resource Technicians

Pursuant to Utah Code §§ 4-41-107 and 26-61a-111, this job includes duties that arise from or directly relate to the Utah Medical Cannabis Act.  Duties may require conduct which is in violation of the criminal laws of the United States with respect to the manufacture, sale, or distribution of cannabis.  As a condition of employment, candidates who are selected to fill this position will be required to sign an Acceptance of Duties Under the Medical Cannabis Act Acknowledgment Form. 

• Performs recruitment by conducting job analysis, preparing recruitment announcements, performing database searches, screening applicants, providing job-related test development and administration.
   
• Performs job or position classification by conducting or reviewing job/position analyses, gathering organizational and other applicable information, preparing job descriptions and formulating a classification recommendation or decision.
   
• Coordinates and/or acts as a liaison between agency or work unit and other agencies, work units, organizations, suppliers, etc.
   
• Performs employee relations functions and works pro-actively with managers and supervisors to develop strategies for the resolution of human resource problems such as inappropriate employee behavior and special performance issues, etc.
   
• Ensures compliance with applicable federal and/or state laws, regulations, and/or agency rules, standards and guidelines, etc.
   
• Interprets, clarifies, explains and applies agency policy and procedures, business practices, federal or state laws and regulations, etc.
   
• Designs and/or prepares training/instructional materials, teaching aids and devices.
   
• Receives, researches and responds to incoming questions or complaints; provides information, explains policy and procedures, and/or facilitates a resolution.
   
• Facilitates/Chairs work groups, teams, and/or meetings. Creates a positive environment, evaluates group processes, recommends solutions or alternatives, etc.
   
• Analyzes, summarizes and/or reviews data; reports findings, interprets results and/or makes recommendations.
   
• Ensures that agency and/or state records are properly classified, processed and controlled.
   
• Prepare and/or process documents; review for accuracy and completeness; update information and/or evaluate against policy; compare elements for consistency or logical relationships, etc.
   
• Lead or functionally supervise staff; delegate work assignments, monitor/review quality of work, schedule staff, provide technical assistance or training, and/or provide input on performance appraisal, hiring and discipline.
   
• Coordinates employee benefits with providers and others.
   
• Reviews and audits payroll edit reports; identifies errors and returns reports for corrections; audits final summary reports.
   

• employee benefits such as pensions, insurance, paid leave, awards and bonuses, pay for time not worked, etc.
   
• principles, theories, and practices of employee relations
   
• principles, theories, and practices of personnel/human resource management
   
• principles, theories, and techniques of job classification and/or job analysis
   
• deliver presentations or training using acceptable methods and techniques
   
• develop curriculum, learning objectives, and/or course materials
   
• testing and/or examination methodologies
   
• principles, theories, and practices of recruitment and selection
   
• applicable laws, rules, regulations and/or policies and procedures
   
• speak clearly, concisely and effectively; listen to, and understand, information and ideas as presented verbally
   
• communicate information and ideas clearly, and concisely, in writing; read and understand information presented in writing
   
• interviewing techniques
   
• use logic to analyze or identify underlying principles, reasons, or facts associated with information or data to draw conclusions
   
• use automated human resource systems
   
• use automated software applications
   
• deal with people in a manner which shows sensitivity, tact, and professionalism
   
• research methods, techniques, and/or sources of information
   
• facilitate or lead hearings, meetings, teams, or work groups to encourage participation, build mutual trust, respect and cooperation among participants
   
• speak before a group of people
   
• agency and/or organizational program(s)
   
• agency objectives, organization, structure and mission
   
• coordinate the activities or tasks of people, groups and/or organization(s)
   
• enter, transcribe, record, store, or maintain information in either written or electronic form.
   
• make a decision or solve a problem by using logic to identify key facts, explore alternatives, and propose quality solutions
   
• review and/or edit documents for accuracy and completeness
   
• use automated payroll systems
   
• assemble, sort, and/or distribute documents, supplies, and/or materials/items
   
• payroll processes and procedures