Remote Data Analyst - Entry Level

About the job Remote Data Analyst - Entry Level This position reports to the Human Resources and Risk Manager. Receives general supervision from supervisory or management staff, and may receive technical and functional supervision from professional, management, or executive management staff. Primary Duties Human Resources Administration Assists in the administration of daily operations of Human Resources Division. Interprets and applies local, state and federal rules and regulations, Memoranda of Understanding, District rules, policies and procedures, benefit regulations in the handling of various human resources situations. Assists with various labor relations activities, as assigned. Assists in the development, updating and implementation of District policies and procedures; MOU provisions, benefit modifications and salary schedule revisions. Monitors developments in the human resources field and evaluates their impact on the District. Analyzes the effects of new laws or administrative regulations on human resources programs and makes recommendations of findings. Regularly monitors employment law changes to ensure current compliance notices and disclosures are properly posted. Organizes and maintains Human Resources Division filing system; maintains confidential personnel files and employee records, benefit enrollments, workers compensation claims, grievance records, investigation documentation, and other similar records and documentation. Conducts studies and projects related to human resources functional areas; prepares statistical analyses and written reports of research findings and recommendations. Prepares memorandums, letters, reports and other communication material. Counsels and advises employees and the public on matters related to employment, District policies and procedures, and other related issues. Answers work-related questions from District employees, outside agencies, and others; represents the District in contacts with various public and private groups. May act on behalf of Human Resources and Risk Manager as required. Recruitment and Selection Assists with recruitment activities, including working with hiring managers to design recruitment and selection plans to obtain qualified candidates for vacancies. Prepares and monitors distribution of job announcements and other recruitment materials; assembles and distributes application packets. Develops, prepares and administers various tests, including oral, written, performance assessments, and other selection tools. Reviews, screens and tracks employment applications and related documents; updates and maintains applicant database; schedules interviews and performance examinations; proctors written examinations and other selection activities. Develops oral board rating criteria and interview questions; chairs interview panels; and establishes employment eligibility lists. Administers new hire orientations; coordinates safety and divisional orientations with Safety Officer and appropriate supervisory personnel. Conducts studies of selection procedures; assists in the analysis and improvement of employment practices with regard to equal employment opportunity and job relatedness. Benefits Administration Coordinates a comprehensive employee benefits program, including health, dental, life, short- and long-term disability programs, deferred compensation and retirement plans, and COBRA administration including tracking and processing payments. Communicates and works with employees, retirees, insurance carriers, providers and/or third party administrators to resolve coverage and claims issues; provides guidance on policy interpretation and plan documents. Responds to employee and retiree inquires about health and retirement benefits. Plans and coordinates open enrollment activities, including preparation and distribution of open enrollment and benefit program communications to employees and others; schedules carrier meetings as needed; reviews and completes benefit enrollment transactions. Assists in researching and analyzing benefit plan design changes, contract provisions and premium rate negotiations. Conducts benefit surveys, prepares analytical reports, and makes recommendations for healthcare costs containment. Approves requests for safety shoes and glasses purchases; tracks and maintains records of annual safety glasses and shoes purchases. Coordinates the scheduling of the annual on-site safety shoe program. Assists District Wellness Committee in planning and coodinating annual health and wellness fairs; may involve working with external parties such as benefits broker, insurance carriers, vendors, etc. Equal Opportunities Optimere is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that proudly pursues and hires a diverse workforce. Optimere does not make hiring or employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion or religious belief, ethnic or national origin, nationality, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age or any other basis protected by applicable laws. PLEASE NOTE: Optimere is unable to sponsor visas at this time. You must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident authorized to work in the US. #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobsultant Solutions