Career Opportunity

People Data Analyst - HR Modernization Program (1823)

Recruitment: REF29150Y

Published: July 11, 2023

Accepting applications until: July 24, 2023

Apply using SmartRecruiters, the City and County of San Francisco's application portal.

About:

Specific information regarding this recruitment process are listed below:

• Application Opening: Tuesday, July 11, 2023
• Application Deadline: Monday, July 24, 2023
• Compensation: $113,386 - $137,800 annual
• Recruitment ID: REF29150Y
• Appointment Type: Temporary Exempt: This position is excluded by the Charter from the competitive Civil Service examination process and shall serve at the discretion of the Appointing Officer. The duration of the appointment shall not exceed 36 months.

Role description

Are you passionate about leveraging data to drive transformative change in the public sector? Join our dynamic People Analytics team at the City and County of San Francisco as a People Analytics Data Analyst and contribute to our HR modernization efforts by unlocking insights that shape our workforce strategies. 

As a People Analytics Data Analyst, you will play a vital role in advancing our Citywide HR practices through data-driven decision-making. By harnessing your expertise in data analysis, statistical modeling, and data visualization, you will empower our organization to make evidence-based decisions that enhance candidate engagement, optimize talent management, and foster an inclusive and equitable workplace. 

In addition to other analytical projects, you’ll play an important role in helping the City’s 50+ departments better understand their candidate and workforce data. This will include providing excellent customer service as you liaise with department leadership to analyze their workforce data and responding to data requests. You’ll also help to upskill HR teams throughout the City by leading trainings on how to access and analyze data within the City’s various HR systems. 

Responsibilities: 

1. Data Analysis: Collaborate with stakeholders to identify and gather relevant employee data from multiple sources. Utilize statistical techniques and analytical tools to explore, analyze, and interpret complex datasets, identifying trends, patterns, and correlations that inform strategic workforce planning.

2. Reporting and Visualization: Develop visually compelling reports, dashboards, and presentations to effectively communicate data insights to stakeholders. Utilize data visualization tools and techniques to present information in an engaging and impactful manner, facilitating understanding and supporting data-driven decision-making at all levels of the organization. 

3. Predictive Analytics: Forecast future workforce trends and identify potential talent gaps. Collaborate with HR and leadership teams to develop models that support succession planning, workforce forecasting, and proactive talent management initiatives. 

4. Upskilling: Support Citywide analyst trainings on how to access HR data and apply appropriate statistical techniques, while ensuring data governance processes and standards are met. 

5. Cross-Team Collaboration: Contribute to the ongoing City efforts by providing data-driven insights and recommendations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams involved in HR modernization efforts, including process improvement and change management initiatives, ensuring data integrity, quality, and alignment with City goals. 

Desired Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Economics, Business Analytics, Data Science, or a related field. 

• Proficiency in data analysis tools such as R, Stata, Python, or similar languages. 

• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI) to create compelling visual representations of data. 

• Strong understanding of statistical analysis techniques. 

• Knowledge of HR processes, practices, and systems, preferably within a public sector context. 

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex data findings to non-technical stakeholders. 

• Strong attention to detail, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities. 

• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. 

• Commitment to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. 

Join our team and be at the forefront of HR modernization in the City and County of San Francisco. Your expertise in people analytics and passion for data-driven insights will help shape the future of our workforce strategies and contribute to building a more efficient, equitable, and engaged workforce. Together, let's drive positive change and transform HR practices for the benefit of our employees and the communities we serve. 

How to qualify

Education: Possession of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university AND

Experience: three (3) years full-time equivalent experience performing professional-level analytical work. Qualifying professional-level analytical work includes analysis, development, administration, and reporting in major programs and functions of an organization in the areas of budgets, contracts, grants, policy, or other functional areas related to the duties of positions in the 182X Class series.

Substitution:

• Possession of a graduate degree (Master's degree or higher) from an accredited college or university with major coursework in specialized subject matter areas such as public or business administration, management, business law, contract law, public policy, urban studies, economics, statistical analysis, finance, accounting or other fields of study closely related to the essential functions of positions in the Class series may be substituted for one (1) year of required experience.
• Additional experience as described above may be substituted for the required degree on a year-for-year basis (up to a maximum of 2 years). Thirty (30) semester units or forty-five (45) quarter units equal one year.

Verification of Education and Experience:
Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. More information can be found at: https://sfdhr.org/information-about-hiring-process#verification

All work experience, education, training and other information substantiating how you meet the minimum qualifications must be included on your application by the filing deadline. Information submitted after the filing deadline will not be considered in determining whether you meet the minimum qualifications.

Note: Falsifying one’s education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco.

What else should I know?

Additional Information Regarding Employment with the City and County of San Francisco:

• Information About The Hiring Process
• Conviction History
• Employee Benefits Overview  
• Equal Employment Opportunity 
• Disaster Service Worker
• ADA Accommodation
• Right to Work
• Copies of Application Documents
• Diversity Statement

HOW TO APPLY

Applications for City and County of San Francisco jobs are only accepted through an online process. Visit https://careers.sf.gov/ and begin the application process.

• Select the “Apply Now” button and follow instructions on the screen.

Applicants may be contacted by email about this recruitment and, therefore, it is their responsibility to ensure that their registered email address is accurate and kept up-to-date. Also, applicants must ensure that email from CCSF is not blocked on their computer by a spam filter. To prevent blocking, applicants should set up their email to accept CCSF mail from the following addresses (@sfgov.org, @sfdpw.org, @sfport.com, @flysfo.com, @sfwater.org, @sfdph.org, @asianart.org, @sfmta.com, @sfpl.org, @dcyf.org, @first5sf.org, @famsf.org, @ccsf.edu, @smartalerts.info, and @smartrecruiters.com).

Applicants will receive a confirmation email that their online application has been received in response to every announcement for which they file. Applicants should retain this confirmation email for their records. Failure to receive this email means that the online application was not submitted or received.

If you have any questions regarding this recruitment or application process, please contact the Dan Kaplan at dan.kaplan@sfgov.org.

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT:  All City and County of San Francisco employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Someone is fully vaccinated when 14 days have passed since they received the final dose of a two-shot vaccine or a dose of a one-shot vaccine. Any new hire must present proof of full vaccination status to be appointed. Any new hire who will be routinely assigned or occasionally enter High-Risk Settings, must provide proof of having received a COVID-19 booster vaccine by March 1, 2022, or once eligible.

The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.