Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis. The first review of applications is scheduled to occur for applications received before 5:00 PM on January 27, 2025. This recruitment may close at any time after that date, once a sufficiently strong candidate pool has been established. 

Here in Huntington Beach, we believe passionately that the key to becoming the best beach City in the world starts and ends with finding the right people to join our team.  At this time, we have an outstanding career opportunity available, as we're looking for the "right person" to serve as Human Resources Analyst or Senior Human Resources Analyst (Risk Management) with the Human Resources Department.  

The current vacancy is assigned to the Risk Management division. The Ideal Candidate will have experience in risk analysis and managing safety and risk management programs, specifically related to Workers' Compensation and General Liability. Proficiency with computer software applications such as Word, PowerPoint, and Excel is essential. 

The incumbent will play a key role in OSHA reporting and recordkeeping, ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations. Additionally, the candidate will assist in the development and monitoring of safety committee meetings, fostering a collaborative and proactive safety culture throughout the organization. The successful candidate will also facilitate the DMV Pull Notice Program, ensuring that driver records are accurately managed in accordance with state regulations, Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements, and organizational policies. 

If you have a strong background in risk management and are passionate about promoting safety and compliance, we encourage you to apply to this exciting opportunity!

Human Resources provides exceptional internal and external customer service in support of the City’s Mission Statement and Core Values. Human Resources supports City departments and employees in all aspects of talent management and development, including recruitment, selection, training, and professional development. Human Resources oversees a variety of operational functions, including employee relations, health and retirement
benefits administration, risk management, disability leave and return-to-work management, and classification and compensation.

The Risk Management Division is responsible for managing the City’s risk-related programs. Risk Management develops, administers, and coordinates citywide liability insurance and risk management programs, including workers’ compensation, liability claims administration, loss prevention, and employee safety. These comprehensive services are provided in compliance with mandated Federal and State labor and employment laws, the City of Huntington Beach Charter, Municipal Code, Personnel Rules & Regulations, and the collectively-bargained Memoranda of Understanding.

The Position

The Human Resources Analyst performs a wide variety of routine professional and technical duties in support of the City's human resources system, including; responsible staff work in workers' compensation, general liability, and/or other employee related programs.

The Senior Human Resources Analyst is the journey level class in the series.  Employees within this class are distinguished from the Human Resources Analyst by the difficulty, scope, complexity, and autonomy of the work performed. Employees are typically assigned significant professional responsibilities requiring the exercise of independent judgment in the performance of all duties.  It differs from the Principal Human Resources Analyst in that the Principal exercises supervision over professional, technical, and support staff and has authority to recommend to departments, resolutions to technical and administrative issues.

Education:  A Bachelor’s degree in human resources, labor and industrial relations, psychology, business or public administration, or other related field (such as insurance, risk management, etc.)
 
Experience:  
Human Resources Analyst: One (1) year of experience in risk management, employee safety,  recruitment, testing and examination under a merit system and/or employee benefits

Senior Human Resources Analyst: A minimum of three (3) years of professional experience in recruitment, testing and examination under a merit system; classification and compensation and/or general personnel administration.