This announcement has been amended and extended to reflect changes with the application deadline.  Applicants who already applied to this recruitment during the filing period November 14, 2022 through November 29, 2022 need not reapply and will be included in the applicant pool.

11/29/22: Extended application deadline to December 13, 2022

Exam Type: TEX Category (CAT) 16

Fill Type: Duration of this appointment shall not exceed 6 months. Temporary Exempt (TEX) Appointment Per CSC Rule 114, Article VIII, Sec. 114.44.

• Application Opening – November 14, 2022
• Application Deadline – November 29, 2022; December 13, 2022
• Compensation: $122,642.00-$148,980.00 Yearly
• List ID: TEX-1244-127214; RTF0127196-01127953

At the San Francisco Human Services Agency, we believe in a San Francisco where everyone has the opportunity and support to achieve their full potential.  We are comprised of the Department of Benefits and Family Support, and the Department of Disability and Aging Services, and are united by our commitment to deliver essential services that support and protect people, families, and communities.

From financial, nutritional and employment support to child and adult protective services, health care coverage, affordable childcare, and in-home services for older adults and persons with disabilities, our team lends support for all in need.

Our Commitment to Racial Equity

As we work towards our vision of an inclusive San Francisco, we embrace our responsibility to root out systemic racism by creating services and a workforce which reflect the lived experiences and strengths of the people we serve. We are committed to fostering a work environment where our differences are celebrated and everyone has what they need to thrive--no matter their race, age, ability, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or country of origin. Click here to learn more about what this commitment looks like in action.

Under direction, the 1244 Senior Human Resources Analyst at the Employee and Labor Relations Division preforms advanced professional level duties in the areas of employee & labor relations. The 1244 Senior Human Resources Analyst may serve as lead to a team of Human Resources Analysts and support staff.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS

According to Civil Service Commission Rule 109, the duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned to this job class and are not intended to be an inclusive list; may include additional duties as assigned.

1.       Provide advice and consultation to managers on effectively handling performance and behavioral issues in line with the SFHSA mission and culture.

2.       Provide information to managers, supervisors, and employees regarding discipline and related human resources rules, policies and procedures.

3.       Conduct investigations on employee relations complaints, employee misconduct, whistleblower complaints, and complaints of discrimination, sexual harassment, and failure to accommodate, and make recommendations for resolution

4.       Conduct disciplinary hearings and write Skelly decisions.

5.       Identify, research, recommend, decide, and negotiate resolutions to issues pertaining to employee relations.

6.       Foster and maintain a collaborative and effective relationships with HSA stakeholders and demonstrate empathy in all interactions.

7.       Exercise independent judgment in developing an approach to completing assignments and leading responsibilities.

8.       Prepare professional and technical reports in the area of employee & labor relations.

9.       Administer provisions of the Employee Relations Ordinance and various labor contracts.  

10.   Respond to grievances and represent HSA during arbitrations.  

11.   Meet and confer with employee organizations.

12.   Participate as a member of a bargaining team during labor contract negotiations.  

13.   Participate in or play a part in alternative dispute resolution

14.   Prepare reports, correspondences, and memos.  

15.   Make presentations to boards and commissions.  

16.   Gather, compile, prepare, review and maintain important personnel information, data, reports, and records.

17.   Facilitate or conduct training on a variety of employee and labor relations matters.

1.       Education: Possession of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university;

AND

2.       Experience: Three (3) years of verifiable professional human resources experience, similar to 1241 Human Resources Analyst, in one or more of the following areas of activity: recruitment and selection, classification and compensation, employee and/or labor relations, benefits administration and human resources operations.

Substitution:

Education Substitution - Additional qualifying work experience as a professional human resources analyst may be substituted for up to two years of the required education on a year-for-year basis (30 semester/ 45 quarter units equals one year).

Experience Substitution - Completion of a 12 month human resources trainee program equivalent to the City and County of San Francisco’s 1249 Human Resources Training Program may substitute for one (1) year of required professional experience.

Experience Substitution - Possession of a Juris Doctorate (J.D.) or Master’s degree in Personnel Administration, Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Public Administration or Clinical/School/Industrial-Organizational Psychology may substitute for one (1) year of the required professional experience.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

The stated desirable qualifications and skills may be used to identify job finalists at the end of the selection process when candidates are referred for hiring.

• Professional experience in public sector Employee & Labor Relations
• Detail-oriented with regard to investigations and documentation of investigations
• Effectively prioritize and address daily issues involving employee & labor relations matters
• Ability to communicate and interact with others on complex matters and resolve matters both orally and in writing
• Ability to appropriately spot employment risks
• Presentation, training, and meeting facilitation experience
• Strong desire to promote a fair, compassionate, and equitable workplace for all employees
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent analytical skills
• Knowledge of performance management best practices
• Ability to work in a team environment that fosters collaboration and encourages innovation
• Strong interpersonal skills, including emotional intelligence and the ability to develop and maintain a good professional working relationship with a variety of stakeholders throughout the organization and with the organization’s labor partners
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and priorities independently and keep track of and stay current with workload
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment

VERIFICATION OF EXPERIENCE AND/OR EDUCATION:

Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. If education verification is required, information on how to verify education requirements, including verifying foreign education credits or degree equivalency, can be found at https://sfdhr.org/how-verify-education-requirements

Note: Falsifying one’s education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco.

All work experience, education, training and other information substantiating how you meet the minimum qualifications must be included on your application by the filing deadline. Information submitted after the filing deadline will not be considered in determining whether you meet the minimum qualifications.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed City and County of San Francisco application.

Applications completed improperly may be cause for ineligibility, disqualification or may lead to lower scores.

Selection Procedures:

The selection process will include evaluation of applications in relation to minimum requirements and assessment of candidates’ job-related knowledge, skills and abilities in an oral interview, which may include a written or performance exercise.

Depending on the number of applicants, the Department may establish and implement additional screening mechanisms to comparatively evaluate qualifications of candidates. If this becomes necessary, only those applicants whose qualifications most closely meet the needs of the Department will be invited to continue in the selection process. Applicants meeting the minimum requirements are not guaranteed advancement in the selection process. 

Additional Information Regarding Employment with the City and County of San Francisco

• Information About The Hiring Process
• Conviction History
• Employee Benefits Overview  
• Equal Employment Opportunity 
• Disaster Service Worker
• ADA Accommodation
• Right to Work
• Copies of Application Documents
• Diversity Statement

How to Apply

Applications for City and County of San Francisco jobs are only accepted through an online process. Visit https://careers.smartrecruiters.com/CityAndCountyOfSanFrancisco1/ and begin the application process.

• Select the “I’m Interested” button and follow instructions on the screen 

Applicants may be contacted by email about this recruitment and, therefore, it is their responsibility to ensure that their registered email address is accurate and kept up-to-date. Also, applicants must ensure that email from CCSF is not blocked on their computer by a spam filter. To prevent blocking, applicants should set up their email to accept CCSF mail from the following addresses (@sfgov.org, @sfdpw.org, @sfport.com, @flysfo.com, @sfwater.org, @sfdph.org, @asianart.org, @sfmta.com, @sfpl.org, @dcyf.org, @first5sf.org, @famsf.org, @ccsf.edu, @smartalerts.info, and @smartrecruiters.com).

Applicants will receive a confirmation email that their online application has been received in response to every announcement for which they file. Applicants should retain this confirmation email for their records. Failure to receive this email means that the online application was not submitted or received.

If you have any questions regarding this recruitment or application process, please contact the exam analyst, Ivy Yeung, by telephone at (415) 557-6205 or by email at [email protected]. 

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT:  All City and County of San Francisco employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Someone is fully vaccinated when 14 days have passed since they received the final dose of a two-shot vaccine or a dose of a one-shot vaccine. Any new hire must present proof of full vaccination status to be appointed. Any new hire who will be routinely assigned or occasionally enter High-Risk Settings, must provide proof of having received a COVID-19 booster vaccine by March 1, 2022, or once eligible.

The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.