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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Human Resource Analyst 3 (General) in Pennsylvania
Human Resource Analyst 3 (General)
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Human Resource Analyst 3 (General)
Salary
$66,250.00 - $100,636.00 Annually
Location
Chester County, PA
Job Type
Civil Service Permanent Full-Time
Job Number
CS-2024-87775-0503A
Department
Department of Military & Veterans Affairs
Division
MV Hr Sevc
Opening Date
07/03/2024
Closing Date
7/17/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code
0503A
Position Number
50307704
Union
Non Union
Bargaining Unit
A3
Pay Group
ST08
Bureau / Division Code
00134570
Bureau / Division
Southeastern Veterans' Center - Human Resources
Worksite Address
One Veterans Drive
City
Spring City, Pennsylvania
Zip Code
19475
Contact Name
Amanda Irving
Contact Email
amirving@pa.gov
Description
Benefits
Questions
THE POSITION
Are you looking to make a lasting impact on employees within the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs? Do you have a desire to help employees and organizations learn, grow, and succeed? The Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, Southeastern Veterans' Center is seeking a Human Resource Analyst 3 (General) to oversee the human resource (HR) department. You will be responsible for day-to-day HR operations while coordinating human resources functions including employee relations, workforce support, coaching, and mentorship. Make your career aspirations a reality with our amazing team of professionals!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In this role, you will focus on overseeing the day-to-day human resource operations at the Southeastern Veterans' Center. This entails supervising staff performing human resource functions including employee relations, workforce support, and timekeeping. You will have the opportunity to c ollaborate with DMVA headquarters and/or Enterprise Office of Administration staff to provide advice and guidance to facility staff on fair and consistent application of policies and collective bargaining agreements. You will serve as a liaison between employees and management to address concerns, improve communications, and enhance overall employee satisfaction. You will be responsible for mentoring and coaching new hires, current employees, managers, and supervisors, as well as providing one-on-one coaching sessions to employees, offering guidance on career development, goal setting, and skills enhancement.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD_NEOGOV.asp?p=50307704) .
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment
Work hours are 8:15 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 45-minute lunch.
Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
One year as a Human Resource Analyst 2 in the area of the parenthetical;or
One year as a Field Human Resource Officer 1, and one year of professional experience in the area of the parenthetical;or
Two years of experience in the performance of professional human resource work, including one year of professional experience in the area of the parenthetical; and a bachelor's degree; or
An equivalent combination of experience and training.
Other Requirements:
You must meet the PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) and click on Residency.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirements:
A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination and drug screening.
This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act.
Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.
How to Apply:
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov .
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
You must provide complete and accurate information or:
your score may be lower than deserved.
you may be disqualified.
You may only apply/testoncefor this posting.
Your results will be provided via email.
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Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
*Eligibility rules apply.
01
Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Human Resource Analyst 2 (General) or Field Human Resource Officer 1 for one or more years full-time?
Yes
No
02
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
03
How many years of full-time experience in the performance of professional human resource duties do you possess?
2 years or more
1 year but less than 2 years
Less than 1 year
None
04
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
05
How much graduate coursework have you completed in human resources; public, business, or hospital administration; labor or industrial relations; industrial engineering; management; any field of psychology (industrial/organizational, assessment, educational, applied, etc.); any field of law (employment, criminal, corporate, etc.); educational or vocational counseling; or other fields closely related to human resources?
If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.
30 credits or more
Less than 30 credits
None
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CS-INSTRUCTIONS You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.
All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.
Read each question carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training.The "Level of Performance" you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered.In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.
If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.
If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) .
Yes
07
WB1 – PRESENTATION CREATION, REPORTS, AND DELIVERY
Develops and delivers presentations and reports to communicate findings, observations, and recommendations resulting from analyses of human resource and workforce data. Utilizes data visualization techniques that enhance audience comprehension and helps the data "tell a story." Potential audiences include agency executives and managers, human resources staff, and external organizations.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
A. I have experience developing presentations and reports to communicate findings, observations, and recommendations resulting from analyses of human resource and workforce data. I was responsible for delivering these results using multiple delivery methods such as in-person presentations, webinars, and workshops.
B. I have experience developing presentations or reports to communicate findings, observations, and recommendations resulting from analyses of human resource and workforce data. Someone else was responsible for delivering the results I developed.
C. I have experience conducting meetings or presenting information sourced from an analysis of human resource and workforce data that someone else compiled. I have no experience with developing reports or data visualization from analyses of human resource and workforce data.
D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to training, public speaking, or education.
E. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
08
In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
Your experience developing presentations.
Your experience developing reports.
Your experience delivering results.
Your level of responsibility.
09
If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
College/University
Course Title
Credits/Clock Hours
10
WB2 – TALENT PLANNING
Consults with agency senior managers and executive staff to understand the business needs and objectives of client agencies. Researches and collaboratively develops human resource strategies with human resource colleagues and client agency managers to address short-term and long-term business needs. Research may include an analysis of turnover within key occupational groups, staffing needs assessments, analysis of retirement projections, assessing employee engagement, and evaluating recruitment strategies. Human resource strategies could include organization restructuring, succession planning, revised recruitment plans, and agency supervisor development.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
A. I have experience consulting and collaborating with senior managers and executive staff to identify the business needs and objectives of client agencies. I have experience researching and developing human resource strategies to address short-term AND long-term business needs.
B. I have experience consulting and collaborating with senior managers and executive staff to identify the business needs and objectives of client agencies. I have experience researching and developing strategies to address short-term business needs.
C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to talent development, workforce planning, project management, or strategic planning.
D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
11
In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
Your experience consulting and collaborating with senior managers and executive staff to identify the business needs and objectives of client agencies.
Your experience researching and developing human resource strategies to address short-term needs.
Your experience researching and developing human resource strategies to address long-term needs.
Your level of responsibility.
12
If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
College/University
Course Title
Credits/Clock Hours
13
WB3 – HUMAN RESOURCE ANALYTICS
Researches, develops, and implements HR data analytics techniques to identify workforce trends and factors that impact the commonwealth's ability to attract and retain talent. Utilizes various techniques including the application of statistical methods to identify relationships in human resource data sets and the degree of correlation between identified variables.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
A. I have experience researching, developing, and implementing various human resource data analytics techniques, both qualitative and quantitative, to assess an organization's success at attracting and retaining talent. I have experience working with managers to ascertain their data needs and have translated those needs into effective analytics.
B. I have experience implementing human resource data analysis techniques, quantitative and/or qualitative, that someone else identified and developed to assess an organization's success at attracting and retaining talent.
C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to workforce analysis, workforce planning, workforce research and reporting, workforce trends, economics, or statistics.
D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
14
In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
Your experience researching, developing, and implementing various human resource data analytics techniques, both qualitative and quantitative, to assess an organization's success at attracting and retaining talent.
Your experience translating data needs into effective analytics.
Your experience implementing human resource data analysis techniques, quantitative and/or qualitative, to assess an organization's success at attracting and retaining talent.
Your level of responsibility.
15
If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
College/University
Course Title
Credits/Clock Hours
16
WB4 – QUALITATIVE AND QUANTITATIVE DATA GATHERING
Obtains qualitative and/or quantitative human resource and workforce data from various human resource systems and commonwealth data sources such as databases and online systems. Also conducts interviews, focus group discussions, surveys, or polls to obtain data.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
A. I have experience obtaining qualitative and/or quantitative data from electronic data sources.
B. I have experience obtaining qualitative and/or quantitative data using ONE or MORE of the following hands-on/in person methods: interviews, focus group discussions, surveys, or polls. I DO NOT have experience obtaining the data from electronic sources such as databases or online systems.
C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to research methods or data analytics.
D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
17
In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
Your experience obtaining qualitative and/or quantitative data from electronic data sources.
Your experience obtaining qualitative and/or quantitative data using hands-on/in person methods: interviews, focus group discussions, surveys, or polls.
Your level of responsibility.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
College/University
Course Title
Credits/Clock Hours
Required Question
Agency
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Address
613 North Street
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120
Website
http://www.employment.pa.gov