Staff HR Analyst (7596U), Research Immediate Office - 70151

$24,180 - $193,440/Yr

University of California - Berkeley, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

Berkeley, CA

Educational Services

About the position

The Staff HR Analyst primarily provides Non-Academic Staff HR support to the Vice Chancellor for Research (VCR) Immediate Office and its units. This role involves recommending, developing, implementing, administering, coordinating, and evaluating the division's Staff HR programs, policies, and procedures covering one or more of the following: compensation and salary administration, classification, appointments, position management, strategic planning, equity and inclusion, recruitment, and employee/labor relations. The Staff HR Analyst will partner and liaise with Berkeley Regional Services (BRS) and People & Culture (P&C) as needed to resolve HR matters and to help attain the VCR division's HR goals and objectives. This position will collaborate with VCRO's Human Resources/Academic Personnel (HR/AP) and Finance Teams in implementing division-wide programs and policies. In addition to providing HR consultation, the Staff HR Analyst will advise VCR unit directors and managers in administering policies and programs in the areas of employment, labor relations, wage and salary administration, training, and other areas of HR. The role also includes coordinating division-wide programs such as STAR Awards, position management, salary setting and increases, referral and bonus programs, and mandatory training completion. The Staff HR Analyst will conduct complex HR trend analysis and develop resulting recommendations, as well as create and develop tools and resources to implement division-wide HR policies and programs. The position requires strong analytical skills to conduct analysis and develop recommendations, demonstrating organization and problem-solving skills. The Staff HR Analyst must possess thorough knowledge of human resources concepts, policies, and procedures, as well as the ability to handle difficult situations effectively. This role is essential in ensuring compliance with federal, state, and university regulations while fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Advises VCR unit directors and managers in administering policies and programs in the areas of employment, labor relations, wage and salary administration, training, and other areas of HR.
• Partners and liaises with BRS and P&C as needed.
• Provides guidance to VCR Units and BRS on division-wide HR programs, policies, and procedures.
• Assists supervisor in conducting various HR analysis and formulating recommendations to VCRO leadership.
• Coordinates division-wide programs including STAR Awards, position management, salary setting and increases, referral and bonus programs, and mandatory training completion.
• Submits ServiceHub tickets and monitors the implementation of HR actions.
• Works with VCR units and BRS on complex re-organizations and staffing objectives to assist in meeting business needs.
• Conducts complex HR trend analysis and develops resulting recommendations.
• Creates and develops tools and resources to implement division-wide HR policies and programs.
• Reviews existing VCRO Staff HR processes, recommends improvements, and assists with implementation of changes.
• Counsels VCR unit managers and supervisors on employee and labor policies, procedures, and appropriate practices.
• Works in close collaboration with supervisor, unit leadership, Regional HR, and/or Employee & Labor Relations to resolve high risk and visibility cases and complaints.
• Assists supervisor in conducting risk analysis and formulating resolution recommendations to VCRO leadership.

Requirements

• Strong analytical skills to conduct analysis and develop recommendations.
• Thorough knowledge of human resources concepts, policies, and procedures.
• Knowledge of a human resources management system (HRMS) and/or other related business software programs and systems.
• Skilled in communicating clearly and effectively verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to handle very difficult or volatile situations/individuals effectively.
• Demonstrated analytical, active listening, and critical thinking skills.
• Demonstrated initiative, tact, and diplomacy to effectively carry out all duties assigned.
• 3 years of demonstrated experience in HR workforce.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package offered by the University of California.
• At least 80 hours (10 days) of paid time per year for professional development activities.