Human Resources Analyst (Vacancy)

Human Resources Analyst (Vacancy)

Salary

$33.03 - $49.54 Hourly

Location

Varies by position

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

26-0855-V4

Department

59 Department of Public Service

Division

Office of the Public Service Director

Opening Date

07/17/2026

Closing Date

7/31/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

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Definition

Under direction, this role will support full-cycle recruiting-sourcing, screening, coordinating interviews, and helping hiring managers make great decisions. This role will also assist in labor relations-investigations, discipline, and union grievances. Some travel is required throughout the city to support hiring and/or labor relations needs; performs related duties as required.

Examples of Work

(Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all of the duties that may be performed.)

Develops and implements plans and strategies for recruiting better qualified and more diverse applicants;

Participates in discussions relative to the organization of new units and the reorganization of existing units;

Analyzes existing organizational and human resource issues; recommends alternative approaches and solutions for existing organizational and human resources problems;

Discusses staffing needs with management/supervision and recommends classifications to best fit these needs;

Counsels and advises management/supervision on departmental and Citywide rules, regulations, and procedures pertaining to the recruitment and selection processes;

Coordinates or oversees the hiring/appointment process to ensure all applicable rules, regulations, and procedures are followed; identifies any pre-employment issues and makes recommendations as to whether or not to proceed with hiring decisions;

Reviews proposed policies to assess impact on human resources programs or functions;

Oversees the processing of personnel transactions; ensures payroll, time-off accruals, and other deductions are administered in compliance with applicable labor contracts and employment agreements; maintains awareness of any changes relating to payroll;

Develops, conducts, and/or coordinates training for employees; consults with administrators, managers, supervisors, and employees on training issues and needs;

Implements and monitors evaluation and appraisal methods to ensure timeliness and consistency; assists with development of performance standards;

Consults with employees, bargaining unit representatives, and management regarding issues such as disciplinary situations, grievances, fitness for duty, etc;

Prepares materials for grievance, fitness for duty, disciplinary, and/or other hearings; conducts investigations; represents Division at hearings;

Advises management on status of employee grievances and hearing decisions;

Monitors personnel, training, and/or grievance policies to ensure proper implementation and compliance;

Reviews and assists with the modification of class specifications as needed; monitors and maintains authorized strength position control; writes and/or assists line personnel in writing position descriptions;

Writes and/or prepares correspondence, reports, technical standards, manuals, policies, procedures, and guidelines;

Investigates complaints or issues brought forward by employees such as harassment, workplace violence, EEO complaints, etc;

Interprets, applies, and responds to questions regarding human resources laws, work rules, and labor contracts;

Reviews contract language to ensure the goals of all parties are accomplished;

May supervise assigned staff to include conducting performance appraisals, approving/disapproving leave requests, and/or initiating disciplinary actions.

Minimum Qualifications

Possession of a bachelors degree and two (2) years of professional human resources experience in a human resources office, company, firm, or department. Substitution(s): A masters degree in a related field may be substituted for one (1) year of the required experience.

Test/Job Contact Information

Recruitment #: 26-0855-V4

Employment Type: Full-Time (Regular)

Should you have questions regarding this vacancy, please contact:

Alexander Zillner

Department of Public Service

Office of the Public Service Director

111 N. Front Street / 7th Floor

Columbus, Ohio 43215

P: (614) 645-6470

E: ajzillner@columbus.gov

The City of Columbus is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Columbus seeks to promote compensation strategies that maximize the recruitment, performance, development, and retention of quality employees in support of the Citys Covenant and strategic plan. In addition to a competitive pay plan, the City offers a comprehensive benefits program that includes the following:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Short-term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Wellness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement

Specifics about these benefit opportunities and eligibility can be discussed with one of the Citys human resources professionals at the time of your interview or by contacting the Department of Human Resources, Labor Relations Office at (614)645-7206 for further information.

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Have you included all of your relevant work experience (previous and current)? Resumes will not be accepted as a substitute for completing the application.

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Have you reviewed the Minimum Qualifications for the job that you are applying to ensure that you meet specified requirements?

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• No

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Have you attached the documents that provide proof of your license, education (post high school), and/or professional or state certification as you have referenced in your applicant profile? Such documents may include a photocopy or scan of your drivers license, bachelors/masters degree or transcript of completed coursework.

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Employer City of Columbus

Address 77 N. Front Street, Suite 330

Columbus, Ohio, 43215

Phone (614) 645-8301

Website https://www.columbus.gov/Government/Jobs