Baltimore County Government

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Regular Schedule: 34 hours per week. Plus, County benefits.

A Non-Merit vacancy exists in the Department of Health and Human Services, Finance and Administration for a Human Resources Analyst I.

Non-Merit positions are not classified within the Baltimore County Government Classification and Compensation Plan. 

Definition of Responsibility

The HR Analyst I plays a key role in the Human Resources department working in a Generalist capacity. Responsibility will be in the areas of recruitment, employee relations, HR data tracking and documentation, time, attendance and payroll tracking. 

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

Current and future vacancies occurring in this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.

All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time.

List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

You must attach your transcript(s), professional license(s) and/or certification(s) to your application. Unofficial copies are acceptable. 

Failure to submit proof of professional Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of professional licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Examples of Duties

Job Purpose

Under close supervision, performs routine professional human resources administration work

Examples of Essential Job Duties

• Data Tracking – License, Certifications and Certificates: Perform routine data checks in HRIS system to maintain license and certification renewals in database, update employee information and expiration dates. Run ad hoc reports and send out employee/program reminders ensuring staff meet requirements of their certificated role. Track all information appropriately to utilize data for audits. Assist HR Deputy Chief with reviewing submitted training packages and documents to ensure requirements are appropriate for clinical staff CEUs. Track, produce and distribute CEU certificates accordingly once training is complete.
• Recruitment, Outreach and Metrics: Conduct vacancy, time-to-fill and offer acceptance rate tracking, attend career fairs, track attendees and applications, social media posting (employer branding), point of contact for applicant questions about HHS positions, participate on Recruitment and Retention committee. Initiate requisitions in NeoGov as needed for new positions and track approvals.
• Time, Attendance and Payroll: Conduct payroll processing for agency and coordinates other employees entering payroll information through biweekly notifications. Answers questions and interprets and explains rules about leave markings to employees and managers and ensures agency staff are paid appropriately. Tracks and performs a variety of transactions including pay increases, leave of absences, annual increase and bonus request.
• File and Documentation Maintenance: Create, maintain and track new and current employee files. Complete employment verifications and assist with department document/form requests. Work with Employee Relations Manager with securing documents/information and following up with programs for cases as needed. 

Examples of Other Duties

Completes special HR projects as needed.

Performs other related duties as required. 

NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all position. They may not include all of the essential job functions of the position in the. This position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree, preferably in human resources administration, business or public administration, education, or psychology.

Experience in human resources administration may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of four years for the required education.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Entry Level)

• Basic knowledge of the principles of public personnel administration.
• Basic knowledge of statistical concepts and procedures used in human resources administration and research. 
• Basic knowledge of adult learning theory and teaching techniques.
• Ability to collect, evaluate, and analyze information for personnel related studies.
• Ability to understand and apply Baltimore County personnel law, rules and regulations, policies and procedures, and memoranda of understanding. 
• Ability to communicate effectively. 
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. 
• Ability to handle confidential material with discretion.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Full Performance)

• Knowledge of County human resources law, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and memoranda of understanding pertaining to the performance of duties.
• Knowledge of applicable Federal and State laws, guidelines and requirements. 
• Basic knowledge of the organization and functions of County agencies
• Skill in collecting, evaluating, and analyzing information related to human resources administration. 
• Skill in group instruction and facilitation. 
• Skill in applying all applicable laws, regulations, policies, procedures, etc. to assigned duties.
• Ability to perform duties of increasing complexity, difficulty, or responsibility.

Preferred Experience, Skills, and Abilities

Experience in personnel related job duties and responsibilities and/or processing.

Previous experience with HRIS i.e. Workday, Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) i.e. NeoGov and/or Learning Management Systems (LMS ).

Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify and address potential security issues.

Good communication skills, both verbal and written.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Willingness to learn and stay updated on county policies, procedures, COMAR, FLSA and, employment laws.

Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education

Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Failure to submit proof of professional Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of professional licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Proof of Degree Equivalency

Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (www.WES.org)

Mail or deliver documents to:

ATTN: Human Resources Analyst I F&A

Office of Human Resources

Baltimore County Government

308 Allegheny Ave.

Towson, MD 21204

You must attach your transcript(s), professional license(s) and/or certification(s) to your application. Unofficial copies are acceptable. 

EXAMINATION PROCEDURE

Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.

Conditions of Employment

Physical and Environmental Conditions

The work of this classification is essentially sedentary. Some positions may involve occasional travel between work sites.

Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation

Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening and employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification and fingerprinting checks.

Employment Benefits for Full-Time, Merit or Classified Employees

Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to full-time,merit or classified employees. Some benefits vary for sworn employees of the Police and Fire Departments. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants.

Smoke free workplace

All Baltimore County offices are smoke free.

Drug free workplace

Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination.

Salary

Annual Salary review - Step increases may be granted on anniversary date based on satisfactory job performance

General Increases - Cost of living increases and adjustments may be granted as legislated.

Longevity Increases - In accordance with the specific pay schedule, a full-time merit or classified employee may receive a longevity increase, equivalent to one step, upon completion of a certain number of years of classified service with the County.

Employee Assistance Program

Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life.

Health Insurance

Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire. Plans offered include:

Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance.

Flexible Spending Accounts

Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs.

Life Insurance

Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000.

Retirement

Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System (ERS), with very limited exceptions.

Paid Leave

Paid benefits listed below vary depending upon the Classification.

Sick Leave

Vacation Leave

Personal Leave

Holidays

Bereavement Leave

Jury Leave

Military Leave

Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union

Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services.

Direct Deposit

Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required.

Educational Assistance

70 to 80 percent tuition reimbursement following successful completion of pre-approved courses related to position. Amount of reimbursement and fiscal year dollar limitations vary with bargaining group.

Deferred Compensation

Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice.

Disclaimer

This is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County. Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration. This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions.

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