Human Resources Analyst II/Senior Human Resources Analyst

THE POSITION

Are you an experienced employee relations professional with public sector experience? Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced team-oriented environment? If so, the City of Rancho Cordova Human Resources Department invites you to apply today!

The Human Resources Team
The City of Rancho Cordova is a great place to work. Our team of 120 employees serve over 81,000 residents and one of the largest employment centers in the region.

The city’s Human Resources Department works in collaboration with city departments to attract and engage the best workforce to serve our diverse and thriving Rancho Cordova community.
We do that by:

• Attracting, hiring and retaining professional employees
• Providing opportunities to develop skills and grow in a career
• Maximizing cutting edge technology
• Promoting a safe and healthy work environment

The Ideal Candidate
The City of Rancho Cordova is seeking a highly skilled, motivated, and team-oriented Human Resources professional who exemplifies our values of communication, empowerment, courage, teamwork, passion, and fun! This exciting opportunity offers the chance to contribute to the growth and development of our workforce, focusing on four key areas:

• Learning and Development
• Employee Engagement
• HRIS Administration, and
• Risk/Safety Management

The ideal candidate is a dynamic and progressive HR leader who brings a strong balance of technical expertise, analytical ability, and a people-first mindset. We’re looking for a forward-thinking professional to serve as Human Resources Analyst II or Senior Human Resouces Analyst who will play a pivotal role in leveraging HR analytics and technology to drive data-driven decision making and enhance operational efficiency across the department.

In this role, you will support the continuous improvement of HR programs, processes, and initiatives ensuring alignment with the City's goals. With a collaborative spirit and a passion for public service, the ideal candidate will bring sound judgment, creativity, and the ability to translate ideas into meaningful improvements. They will thrive in a high-volume, fast-paced environment, and contribute to a supportive, close-knit team that takes pride in serving and enhancing the Rancho Cordova community.

Key qualities include a flexible, approachable demeanor, strong organizational skills, patience, a good sense of humor, and a proactive attitude toward innovation and continuous improvement.
Experience in the following is highly desirable:

• NEOGOV
• Trakstar
• UKG Ready
• Benefits Administration
• Disability and leaves management
• CalPERS
• Social Security and State Disability Insurance
• Polices, practices, procedures and terminology of public sector operations

If you are passionate about using data and technology to optimize HR functions and improve employee experiences, we encourage you to
APPLY TODAY!
The position level (Analyst II or Senior) will be determined based on the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate.

City employees enjoy a robust benefit plan for themselves and their families.

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR THE CITY OF RANCHO CORDOVA

• Choice of a generous monthly stipend for Medical/Dental/Vision or Cash in Lieu of Medical Insurance.
• 13 paid holidays per year.
• Universal Time Off (combined vacation and sick leave).
• CalPERS Retirement.
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $2,500/fiscal year
  • The City of Rancho Cordova is also a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
• Alternate work schedules available
• Onsite fitness area & many more employee perks.

City employees also enjoy the knowledge that their work matters to the residents, visitors and businesses in our community. See what some of employees have to say about working for the City of Rancho Cordova, by watching this short video:

The City of Rancho Cordova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other characteristics protected by law.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Full job descriptions for the classifications can be found by clicking the links below:

Human Resources Analyst II - Salary range: $8,559.20 - 10,474.38
Senior Human Resources Analyst - Salary range: $9,841.87 - $12,045.18

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS & MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain knowledge and abilities would be:

Human Resources Analyst II
Education:

• Equivalent to the completion of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in human resources, public administration, business administration, or a closely related field.
  

Experience:

• Two (2) years of responsible professional level experience performing duties similar to that of a Human Resources Analyst I with the City of Rancho Cordova.

License or Certification:

• Possession of a valid California driver's license.
• Possession of a valid current certification of any of the following or equivalent is desirable:
  • Public Sector HR Association Certified Professional (PSHRA-CP)
  • Public Sector HR Association Senior Certified Professional (PSHRA-SCP)
  • Society for Human Resource Management Certified Professional (SHRM-CP)
  • Society for Human Resource Management Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP)

Senior Human Resources Analyst
Education:

• Equivalent to the completion of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in human resources, public administration, business administration, or a closely related field.

Experience:

• Five (5) years of progressively responsible human resources management experience, including three (3) years of journey level human resources experience at a level equivalent to the City's classification of Human Resources Analyst II.

License or Certification:

• Possession of a valid California driver's license.
• Possession of a valid current certification of any of the following or equivalent is highly desirable:
  • Public Sector HR Association Certified Professional (PSHRA-CP)
  • Public Sector HR Association Senior Certified Professional (PSHRA-SCP)
  • Society for Human Resource Management Certified Professional (SHRM-CP)
  • Society for Human Resource Management Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP)

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Requires mobility and manual dexterity to work in a standard office environment, use standard office equipment and attend off-site meetings; speech and hearing to communicate in person and by telephone; vision to read handwritten and printed materials and a computer screen; strength and agility to lift and carry items weighing up to 20 pounds. Some accommodations may be made for some physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodations.

FLSA - Exempt status

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Rancho Cordova complies with the letter and spirit of the Equal Employment Opportunity and Americans with Disabilities laws in its employment process. Please advise the Human Resources Department of any reasonable accommodation you need in order to participate in the City’s application process.

HumanResources@CityofRanchoCordova.org

EXEMPT EMPLOYEE BENEFIT SUMMARY

CALPERS Retirement

Tier 1: Employees hired prior to December 31, 2012, and "Classic Members" hired subsequently with less than a six-month break in service, are provided 2.7% at 55 retirement formula. City employees pay the full 8% of their base pay toward this retirement benefit.

Tier 2: Due to the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (Assembly Bill 340), new MISC members hired after January 1, 2013, or "Classic Members" with a break in service of more than 6 months, are eligible for the 2% @ 62 CalPERS retirement formula and are required to pay a 7.75% contribution toward the PERS benefit. (Note: the employee contribution will change as the cost of the benefit changes, since the employee is required to pay half the normal cost.)

1959 Survivor Benefit (Indexed Level) - The 1959 Survivor Benefit provides a monthly allowance to eligible survivors of members who die while actively employed. The monthly benefit payable to survivors in the Indexed Level increases by 2% each year. Benefit amounts as of 2025 are $820, $1,641 and $2,461 for 1, 2, or 3 eligible survivors.

457 and 401(a) Deferred Compensation Plan

• City will contribute $23.08 per pay period into the 457 Deferred Compensation Plan on behalf of the employee.
• City will match up to 3% of the base salary for employees who participate in the 457 plan. City match is placed in a 401(a) plan. There is no vesting period.
• Employees may also voluntarily participate in the 401(a) defined contribution retirement program; however, election must be made upon hire and is irrevocable during employment with the city.

Health Insurance (medical, dental and vision) - The City offers a "cafeteria plan," which includes a monthly medical stipend the employee may apply toward premiums for medical, dental and vision.

Cash-in-lieu - If your total health, vision and/or dental premium costs are lower than $300, you may receive the difference as cash in lieu up to a total of $300. If you do not need to purchase medical, dental or vision benefits from the City, you are eligible for a total of $300 cash in lieu per month.

Medical Benefits

Retiree Health - CalPERS plans made available and retiree medical contribution offered toward the cost of the plan. In 2025, the retiree medical contribution is $158.00 per month. The retiree medical contribution will continue to increase until it is equal to the minimum contribution required by CalPERS for the employer to pay on behalf of an employee.

Dental -Delta Dental PPO

• Deductibles $50 per person each calendar year
• Maximums $1,500 - $2,500 per person each calendar year
• Preventative services - 100% covered
• Basic services - 80% covered
• Major services - 50% covered
• Waiting Period(s) - None

Vision - Vision Service Plan (VSP)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

• Medical FSA for the plan year is $3,300 (maximum)
• Dependent Care FSA for the plan year is $5,000 (maximum)

Universal Time Off (UTO) - vacation and sick leave combined.

Universal Time Off Cash Out - Employees may cash out up to 80 hours in fiscal year 24/25.

Bereavement Leave - On the date of hire, employees are entitled to 24 hours of Bereavement Leave per event due to the death of a member of an employee's immediate family.

Holidays - 13 Holidays per year.

Winter Break - Reviewed by the City Manager each year.

Life Insurance - $50,000 life insurance policy.

• Life price per $1,000 $0.109
• AD&D price per $1,000 $0.205

Long Term Disability

• LTD price per $100 $0.0145
• 60% of earnings up to $7,500
• 90 day benefit waiting period

Social Security - No
Employees do not pay into and earn credit toward future benefits in Social Security, since the City offers an IRS qualifying retirement plan.

Employee Assistant Plan (EAP) - Available to employee and immediate family. Includes concierge, financial and legal services.

Wellness Program - On-site fitness room, shower and lockers and ping pong tables available for employee use.

Tuition Reimbursement - Up to $2,500 per fiscal year.

Training and Development - Available and encouraged for each employee.

Updated January 2025

Closing Date/Time: 5/18/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

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