Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, PA
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Human Resource Analyst 2
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- Location
- Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
- Work type
- Hybrid
- Compensation
- $60,538 - $92,010/yr
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About this role
About the Department
As a Human Resource Analyst 2 with the Office of Administration, you will play a key role in developing safety programs and supporting agencies throughout the Department of Human Services. This role gives you the opportunity to serve as Safety Coordinator, provide training, assist with safety reviews, and help strengthen important workplace procedures. You will collaborate with consultants, managers, and staff to ensure effective and consistent safety practices. This opportunity is perfect for someone who values coordination, communication, and meaningful public service.
Position Duties
This role focuses on developing safety programs, coordinating training, and monitoring workplace compliance for the Department of Human Services. It involves guiding safety practices, reviewing agency procedures, and supporting responses to workplace concerns. As a Human Resource Analyst 2, you will perform the following duties:
- Safety Coordination: Administer the agency safety program and support compliance with Accident and Illness Prevention Program requirements
- Program Development: Create and revise safety procedures and ensure distribution and implementation across field sites
- Training Support: Develop and conduct training on employee safety, hazard awareness, and regulatory requirements
- Compliance Monitoring: Review safety reports, site audits, and committee minutes to identify issues and recommend improvements
- Incident Analysis: Evaluate accident and illness data to support corrective actions and improve safety practices
- Workplace Guidance: Assist with workplace violence prevention efforts and provide technical assistance to managers and staff
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Full-time employment
- Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch.
- Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, two days a week in the office and three days work from home. Telework will potentially be available after the completion of the six month probationary period. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
- Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
- The Commonwealth provides an excellent benefits package, pay increases, paid leave and
holidays, as well as opportunities for career advancement. - You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
Minimum Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
- One year as a Human Resource Analyst 1 or Equal Opportunity Specialist 1(Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
- Two years of analytical experience that includes one year of professional human resource or equal opportunity experience, and a bachelor’s degree; or
- An equivalent combination of experience and training.
Other Requirements:
- You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
How to Apply:
- Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
- If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
- Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
- All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.
Veterans:
- Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
Other Qualifications
Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
You must provide complete and accurate information or:
your score may be lower than deserved.
you may be disqualified.
You may only apply/test once for this posting.
Your results will be provided via email.
Benefits
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Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
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For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
*Eligibility rules apply.
Supplemental Questions
01
Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Human Resource Analyst 1 for one or more years full-time?
- Yes
- No
02
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
03
Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as an Equal Opportunity Specialist 1 for one or more years full-time?
- Yes
- No
04
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
05
How much full-time analytical experience do you possess?
- 2 years or more
- 1 but less than 2 years
- Less than 1 year
- None
06
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
07
How much full-time professional analytical experience do you possess in human resources or equal opportunity work?
- 1 year or more
- Less than 1 year
- None
08
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
09
How many semester credits of college coursework have you completed?
If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visiting www.naces.org and clicking the Evaluation Services Link.
You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.- 30 credits or more
- Less than 30 credits
- None
10
How many semester credits of graduate level coursework have you completed in criminal justice; communications; journalism; law enforcement; policy; regulatory affairs; history; sociology; American studies; African-American studies; political science; racial justice; diversity, equity, and inclusion; human resources; public, business, or hospital administration; labor or industrial relations; industrial engineering; management; any field of psychology (industrial/organizational, assessment, educational, applied, etc.); any field of law (pre-law, employment, criminal, corporate, etc.); educational or vocational counseling; or other fields closely related to human resources?
If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visiting www.naces.org and clicking the Evaluation Services Link.
You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.- 30 credits or more
- Less than 30 credits
- None
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CS-INSTRUCTIONS You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. You must complete the application and answer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.
All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.
Read each question carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training. The "Level of Performance" you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered. In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.
If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.
If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to our FAQ page.
- Yes
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WORK BEHAVIOR 1 - RESEARCHING INFORMATION
Conducts research by gathering, analyzing, and interpreting information related to workplace safety, accidents/injuries, and violence. Researches files and coordinates information from other personnel to prepare for special projects and reports as needed.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
- A. I have experience researching records and files for various projects and reports. When given a topic, I was responsible for compiling all available documents from a variety of data sources.
- B. I have experience retrieving specifically requested records and files from a single source that someone else identified.
- C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to research methods, research design and analysis, or data collection.
- D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
- The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
- Your experience compiling all available documents from a variety of data sources.
- Your experience retrieving specifically requested records and files from a single source that someone else identified.
- Your level of responsibility.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
- College/University
- Course Title
- Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 2 - INVESTIGATIONS
Investigates workplace violence allegations. Identifies the problem and determines compliance with departmental polices, practices, and collective bargaining agreements. Recommends appropriate action or resolution.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
- A. I have experience investigating workplace violations. I was responsible for identifying the problem, determining compliance with policies, practices, or collective bargaining agreements, and implementing a resolution or settlement to the issue.
- B. I have experience investigating workplace violations. I was responsible for identifying the problem and determining compliance with policies, practices, or collective bargaining agreements. Someone else was responsible for implementing a resolution or settlement based on information I provided.
- C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to criminology, legal investigations, crime and security, employee or workplace investigations, or investigative interviewing.
- D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
- The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
- Your experience investigating allegations of workplace violations.
- Your experience identifying problems, determining compliance with policies, practices, or collective bargaining agreements.
- Your experience implementing resolutions or settlements.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
- College/University
- Course Title
- Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 3 - TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
Communicates verbally and in writing with employees, managers, and supervisors to explain applicable regulations, policies, and procedures regarding the State Employee Assistance Program (SEAP). Utilizes customer service skills when dealing with adversarial situations.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
- A. I have experience interacting with individuals and utilizing customer service skills to understand human resource concerns and explain relevant information. I was responsible for answering specific human resource questions and providing technical advice as necessary.
- B. I have experience interacting with individuals and utilizing customer service skills to understand concerns and explain relevant information. I was responsible for answering specific questions and providing technical advice as necessary.
- C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to counseling, psychology, sociology, public relations, education, or employment law.
- D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
- The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
- Your experience answering specific questions and providing technical advice, including the subject area/topic.
- Your level of responsibility.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
- College/University
- Course Title
- Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 4 - ANALYZING INFORMATION
Reviews and analyzes workforce data to ensure compliance with federal and state guidelines and regulations. Communicates findings and makes recommendations for further action.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
- A. I have experience analyzing reported data. My analysis included a verification for accuracy of content and recommendations for further action.
- B. I have experience analyzing reported data. Someone else was responsible for the verification and accuracy of content and recommendations for further action.
- C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to data analysis or logic.
- D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
22
In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
- The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
- Your experience analyzing reported data.
- Your experience verifying the accuracy of content.
- Your experience making recommendations for further action.
- Your level of responsibility.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
- College/University
- Course Title
- Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 5 – TRAINING DEVELOPMENT
Participates in the development of training programs by researching and applying appropriate learning theories. Develops the content and training materials for soft-skill programs and works with subject matter experts to develop program area-specific content.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
- A. I have experience developing training programs. I was responsible for developing the content and materials for soft-skill training and working with subject matter experts to develop program area specific content.
- B. I have experience developing training programs. I was responsible for developing the materials for soft-skills training, however someone else worked with subject matter experts to develop program area-specific content.
- C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to training development, education, or adult learning.
- D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
- The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
- The actual duties you performed related to training development.
- Your level of responsibility.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
- College/University
- Course Title
- Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 6 – TRAINING DELIVERY
Conducts meetings, conferences, workshops, trainings, and seminars using multiple delivery methods such as instructor-led classrooms and workshops, remote web-casts, self-guided web-based training, and e-learning options. Works with subject matter experts to deliver specific training programs.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
- A. I have experience conducting training. I was responsible for delivering in-person AND electronic learning training.
- B. I have experience conducting training. I was responsible for delivering in-person OR electronic learning training.
- C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework in related to training delivery or public speaking.
- D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.
- The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
- The actual duties you performed related to training delivery.
- Your level of responsibility.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.
- College/University
- Course Title
- Credits/Clock Hours
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Agency Information
EmployerCommonwealth of PennsylvaniaAddress 613 North StreetHarrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120 Website http://www.employment.pa.gov
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