Analyst I / II for the Library's Personnel Unit
The San Jose Public Library is currently recruiting for a motivated and detail-oriented Analyst I / II for the Library's Personnel Unit.
The Personnel Unit is a dedicated group of professionals, including a Senior Analyst, two Analysts (Learning and Development and Employment / Personnel), one Staff Specialist and one Library Clerk. Together, the Personnel Unit is responsible for all human resources related functions for the San Jose Public Library Department. This Analyst will play a key role in leading the Library's recruitments and hiring efforts, while also providing support for various human resources related functions.
This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who is passionate about human resources, recruitment, and public service. If you're looking to make a meaningful impact in a fast-paced and collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply.
Salary Ranges :
- Analyst I : $92,994.72 $113,022.00 annually
- Analyst II : $101,468.64 $123,330.45 annually
Key Responsibilities :
Oversee the end-to-end hiring process for the Library Department, ensuring timely and efficient recruitment aligned with established policies and procedures.Conduct recruitments and fill vacancies in a timely and efficient manner, while ensuring compliance with City hiring guidelines and best practices.Collaborate with and assist hiring managers in drafting / editing job descriptions, identifying job core competencies, developing screening and interview questions, establishing recruitment timelines, and implementing targeted marketing strategies.Analyze and interpret job classification specifications to ensure recruitment job descriptions, screening criteria, and hiring practices are consistent with required qualifications, essential functions, and distinguishing characteristics.Create and publish job postings, screen applications for minimum qualifications, coordinate interviews, and facilitate interview panel orientations and post-interview debriefs.Conduct reference checks, make salary recommendations for offers, and prepare formal offer letters.Respond to candidate inquiries regarding application status, interview outcomes, and general recruitment process questions.Coordinate high-volume and multi-hire recruitments, ensuring streamlined coordination and consistent communication with stakeholders.Track and report on recruitment metrics, including vacancy rates, time-to-fill, and other key performance indicators.Coordinate and process temporary staffing requests, including the preparation and submission of required memos and documentation.Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance recruitment workflows and increase operational efficiency.Serves as liaison between the Library Department's hiring managers and the City's Human Resource Recruiters (Business Partners) to ensure alignment to recruitment protocols and timely filling of vacancies.Support the Personnel Unit in other human resources functions as needed, including workforce development, classification and compensation, position management, position budget, performance management, workers' compensation, leave of absences, disability / return to work, and department safety compliance.The successful candidate should possess a solution-driven approach to problem solving, excellent project management skills, and the ability to provide exceptional customer service in a fast-paced environment.