Senior Policy Analyst - Operations Officer III (DHR)

Senior Policy Analyst - Operations Officer III

This is a non-civil service position with the City of Baltimore, Department of Human Resources.

Salary Range : $79,507.00 - $127,043.00

Job Summary

Senior HR Policy Analyst : Employees in this class perform professional work in planning, coordinating or directing an administrative, programmatic or technical operation for an agency. Employees in this class investigate, study, evaluate compliance, and recommend city-wide policies and procedures to maximize the strategic use of human resources through policy development. Work of this class involves assisting with managing an agency operation requiring integration of moderately complex processes; or assisting a higher-level manager in the administration of a complex operation. Initiative and independent judgment are exercised within a framework. Work of this class involves reviewing the work of junior professional or technical personnel. Employees in this class receive managerial supervision from an administrative superior. Employees in this class work a conventional work week. Some positions in this class may be required to work evening and weekend hours and 24-hour callback in an emergency. Work is performed in an office where work conditions are normal. Work requires minimal physical exertion.

Essential Functions

• Executes a systematic process for policy development and implementation and provides interpretation of City-wide policies and procedures through consultation, development of informative content and guidance materials, and live / online training on various HR topics, including related areas of legal compliance.
• Monitors legislative, regulatory, and other compliance-related developments to prepare draft bill reports for the City Council. Keeps the Division's legislative calendar of events and may periodically attend City Council and Maryland General Assembly hearings on behalf of DHR, as required.
• Compiles data for monthly, quarterly, and annual reports and provides analysis of data and findings on areas identified by management. Makes recommendations for process improvements to increase policy compliance.
• Conducts special investigations into a wide variety of employment-related areas such as employment law; administrative policies, workplace violence, discipline, Title 7, EEO, workplace harassment and other matters as required.
• Assists with planning, coordinating and reviewing for accuracy the work of subordinate personnel.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience Requirements

Education : Have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and five years of experience in administrative or professional work. AND Experience : Have five years of experience in administrative or professional work. OR Equivalencies : Have an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Additional Information

Background Check : Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and / or Fingerprint screening and must be successfully completed.

Probation : All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a 6-MONTH mandatory probation.

Equal Opportunity Statement : Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodations during the hiring process should contact the Department of Human Resources directly. Requests for accommodations should not be attached to the application.

Financial Disclosure : This position is required to complete a Financial Disclosure pursuant to Sections 7-7, 7-8, and 7-9 of the City Ethics Law.

Baltimore City is an Equal Opportunity Employer.