Human Resources Analyst

Human Resources AnalystIrvine Ranch Water District is currently hiring for a Human Resources Analyst. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN APPLYING FOR THIS GREAT JOB OPPORTUNITY, please electronically submit your resume, cover letter, and a list of three professional references to the following. For questions or additional information, please contact Chelsea Freeman at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io QualificationsEducation and Experience:Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:Education: Equivalent to a bachelor's degree in human resources management, organizational development, psychology, public administration, business administration, or a closely related field.Experience: Two years of technical human resources experience equivalent to a Human Resources Technician is required. Public sector Human Resources experience preferred.Licenses and Certifications:A valid Class "C" California Driver's License is required.Society for Human Resources Management, Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP), or International Public Management Assoc. - Human Resources, Certified Professional (IPMA-CP) or Senior Certified Professional (IPMA-SCP) is desired.BenefitsIRWD offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees and their eligible dependents. These benefits include the following: retirement benefits; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; and a variety of other benefits. Benefits may vary based on employment status. This benefits overview is intended to be a summary, is not intended to be all-inclusive, and may not be applicable to all employees.Retirement: Employees hired on or after January 1, 2013: The District, in compliance with the California Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2012 (PEPRA), implemented a third tier for new employees hired on or after January 1, 2013. New employees hired on or after January 1, 2013 who have not been in PERS membership or in membership with a reciprocal retirement system within 6 months of hire date will receive benefits under the California Public Employees Retirement System at a 2 percent at age 62 formula. This formula gradually increases to a maximum benefits of 2.5 percent at age 67. Final compensation calculations will be based on the highest three-year average of regular recurring pay. The District pays the employer's share of these costs. The employee share of the pension cost of 7.50% is paid in full by the employees hired under this formula.Employees hired on or after September 29, 2012 or "Classic" PERS members hired on or after January 1, 2013: On September 24, 2012, the IRWD Board of Directors approved the addition of a second tier to the CalPERS retirement benefits. New employees hired on or after September 29th through December 31, 2012, and employees hired on or after January 1, 2013 who have been in PERS membership or in membership with a reciprocal retirement system, will receive benefits under the California Public Employees Retirement System at 2 percent at age 60 formula. This formula gradually increases to a maximum benefit of 2.418% at age 63. The District pays the employer share of these costs and the employee share of the pension cost of 7% is paid in full by the employees hired under this formula. Final retirement compensation calculations are based on the highest three-year average of regular, recurring pay.Medical Insurance: IRWD contracts with CalPERS for medical insurance coverage. Employees may elect coverage from a variety of PPO and HMO plans. The employee and District contribution for health insurance varies by plan. Coverage is effective the first day of the month following the date of hire.Dental Insurance: IRWD contracts with Delta Dental for dental coverage. IRWD pays 100% of the premium for dental coverage for eligible employees and their eligible dependents. Coverage is effective the first day of the month following the date of hire.Vision Insurance: IRWD contracts with the EyeMed for vision coverage. IRWD pays 100% of the premium for vision coverage for eligible employees and their eligible dependents. Coverage is effective the first day of the month following the date of hire.Life Insurance: Eligible employees are provided with life insurance coverage equal to three or four times their annual salary, depending on their level of compensation. Eligible dependents are also covered for a flat benefit amount. Coverage is effective the first day of the month following the date of hire.Deferred Compensation: Participation in a deferred compensation plan is available through Empower Retirement. Enrollment is voluntary and contributions are employee-paid and subject to IRS limits. The District matches employee contributions up to 3% of base pay after 1 year of employment.Paid Vacation: Eligible employees begin accruing vacation benefits at the rate of 80 hours per year for the first 5 years of employment. Employees accrue 120 hours per year after 5 years of employment and 160 hours per year after 10 years of employment.Paid Holidays: The District offers 10 scheduled paid holidays plus two personal holiday per year.Sick Leave: Eligible employees accrue 96 hours of sick leave annually.Flexible Spending Accounts: Eligible employees may elect to participate in the District's Flex Advantage program. This program allows employees to deposit pre-tax dollars into special accounts to be used for a variety of purposes, including paying for qualified miscellaneous health care expenses and dependent care expenses. IRWD contracts with a third party to administer the program.Educational Assistance: The District will share in the pre-approved educational costs of tuition and books for employees who wish to attend college or take certification classes.