Human Resources Analyst I/II - Investigations

The Human Resources (HR) Department is seeking a qualified HR Analyst I/II to support the Employee Relations Investigation Unit in Riverside.

The HR Analyst will serve as a subject matter expert in all areas of Employee Relations, conduct a wide variety of administrative investigations, and provide direct guidance on employee discipline including allegations of harassment, discrimination, workplace violence, fitness for duty, and Title VII/Equal Employment Opportunity complaints.

The position will include the interpretation of Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) and will necessitate that the incumbent provides ongoing advice regarding best practices and application of the MOUs as applied to a wide variety of employee relations issues.

Additionally, the incumbent will evaluate grievances and review performance management cases.

The Department desires candidates who have provided support or have been involved in the full scope of employee investigations or fraud, waste and abuse investigations and those with knowledge of discrimination and harassment laws and policies governing public sector labor and employment.

Candidates with a working understanding of the processes and protections provided under the Equal Opportunity Commission, the Department of Industrial Relations, the US Department of Labor Relations are highly desired.

Competitive candidates will possess considerable work experience in a public sector unionized environment with comparable experience performing employee relations or fraud, waste and abuse investigations with strong writing abilities.

The level at which the position will be filled is at the Department's discretion and is based on candidate qualifications.

Meet the team!

The Human Resources Department strives to effectively serve and partner with our community, departments and employees by leveraging best practices and innovation to foster a thriving county.


* Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Employee Relations, providing strategic guidance and support to managers and staff on complex employee relations matters.


* Conduct thorough administrative investigations into employee misconduct, including but not limited to allegations of harassment, discrimination, retaliation, workplace violence, and fitness for duty concerns.


* Provide direct consultative support and recommendations on employee discipline and performance management, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.


* Interpret and apply provisions of Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) to a wide range of employee relations issues, advising departments on best practices and labor contract compliance.


* Evaluate and respond to employee grievances, collaborating with departmental leadership and labor representatives to resolve disputes at the earliest point possible.


* Analyze and prepare detailed investigative reports, disciplinary letters, and formal communications, ensuring clarity, accuracy,...