SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCES ANALYST (CLASS & COMP)

About the Department

The Clark County Department of Human Resources is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the the position of Senior Human Resources Analyst (Class and Compensation). This Senior HRA is a dual role and will be utilized for cross-functional support for Recruitment specifically for Clark County Fire Department (IAFF Local 1908).

Class and Compensation:
This position serves as a subject matter expert in classification and compensation and is responsible for conducting complex organizational, classification, and compensation studies. Duties include analyzing position responsibilities, evaluating job classifications, and developing and revising class specifications to ensure alignment with operational needs and organizational structure. The incumbent conducts comprehensive salary and total compensation analyses, including market benchmarking, internal equity reviews, and analyzes position duties, responsibilities, scope, and impact to determine the appropriate job titles and salary schedules, and provides well-supported recommendations to executive leadership.

This role requires the ability to interpret and apply compensation philosophies within a public sector, unionized environment, ensuring compliance with applicable policies, procedures, and collective bargaining agreements. The position also partners closely with departments to provide consultation on organizational design, position management, and classification strategy, requiring strong analytical skills and the ability to translate complex data into clear, defensible recommendations.

Recruitment (Clark County Fire Department – IAFF Local 1908):
In addition to Class & Compensation responsibilities, this position provides critical recruitment support for the Clark County Fire Department in a high-volume, highly specialized environment. This includes coordinating and executing recruitments for both entry-level and promotional processes to high level positions (i.e. Captain, Battalion Chief, etc.) many of which are governed by collective bargaining agreements and require strict adherence to negotiated procedures and timelines.

The incumbent will collaborate with department leadership to develop and implement recruitment strategies by supporting key phases of the recruitment process and ensuring a fair, consistent, and legally compliant selection framework. This role plays a critical part in complex, union-supported recruitments, requiring a working knowledge of collective bargaining agreements and related labor considerations. Responsibilities include coordinating written and practical examinations, working with third-party testing vendors, facilitating structured interviews and assessment processes, and participating in on-site evaluations, including Fire Engineer practical examinations.

This role requires a strong working knowledge of merit-based hiring principles, experience navigating union environments, and the ability to balance operational demands with contractual obligations. The successful candidate must be detail-oriented, adaptable, and capable of managing competing priorities while maintaining a high level of customer service for both internal stakeholders and external candidates.

Ideal Candidate:
The successful candidate will possess advanced analytical skills and the ability to clearly articulate and defend recommendations related to classification, compensation, and recruitment decisions. Experience in public sector human resources, particularly within a large, unionized organization, is highly desirable. The ability to navigate complex and sensitive personnel matters with professionalism, sound judgment, and a solutions-oriented approach is essential.

NOTE: A resume is required in addition to the completed employment application. Applications submitted without a copy of the candidate’s resume are incomplete and will not be considered. 

Position Duties

Education and Experience: 

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business, Public Administration, Social Sciences or related field AND four (4) years of full-time professional experience in human resources with major emphasis on functional area related to specific job assignment (i.e., employee/labor relations, employee/organizational development, recruitment/selection or classification/compensation). Associate's Degree (OR 60 credits) in above related fields AND six (6) years of full-time professional experience in above functional areas of human resources may be considered.   Additional college level education may be substituted for the experience on a year-for-year basis up to two (2) years. Experience in more than one functional area of human resources and/or experience in a public agency setting are desirable.
 
All qualifying education and each experience must be clearly documented in the “Education” and “Work Experience” sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application. All details must be written in your own words and cannot be copied from job descriptions or other external sources.

Working Conditions: May attend meetings or administer examinations outside of normal working hours. May include outdoor events in inclement weather.
 
Licensing and Certification: Specified positions may be required to possess a valid Nevada Class C driver's license at time of appointment.
 
Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. 

Citizenship: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Please note, Clark County does not provide H1B visa sponsorships or transfers for any employment positions.
 
Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination.

Minimum Qualifications

• Performs senior professional level duties in the one or more functional areas of Human Resources which include, but not limited to, offsite career fairs, conducting Nevada POST assessments and other written & physical assessments that will require you to be offsite and working outside throughout the year.
• Acts as a technical specialist project leader or team leader in the functional area(s) to which assigned. 
• Performs job analyses to support recruitment activities; designs and implements recruitment programs to obtain qualified candidates; prepares job announcements, advertisements, and other recruitment materials. 
• Coordinates, designs and administers job-related selection procedures, including, but not limited to, application reviews, written and performance tests, and interviews and assessment techniques; screens applications for qualifications; provides for the establishment of employment lists. 
• Conducts organizational and classification studies and audits and prepares reports, recommendations and class descriptions; performs job evaluations as required. 
• Reviews, updates and assists in the creation of new job descriptions, scores for salary compensation. 
• Analyzes, reviews and prepares written evaluations and makes recommendations for position reclassifications. 
• Collects compensation and benefit data and prepares analyses and reports; designs, develops and conducts market studies; provides classification, compensation, benefits and other information to other agencies. 
• Assists in the development and implementation of computerized human resources systems; provides information to information systems staff and may instruct others in system application. 
• Provides technical advice to or instructs others in work procedures. 
• Handles complex and sensitive investigations concerning equal employment discrimination complaints, making sound and effective recommendations for resolution. 
• Performs a variety of complex employee/labor relations functions, including handling grievance and disciplinary hearings, serving as part of negotiating team, interpretation and administration of bargaining unit agreements, and providing advice and technical expertise to County management regarding complex employee/labor relations issues. 
• Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit’s service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team. 
• Prepares reports, correspondence and a variety of written materials; prepares and maintains accurate documentation of activities. 
• Uses standard office equipment, including a computer, in the course of the work. 
• May drive a personal or County motor vehicle in the course of the work.

Other Qualifications

Mobility to work in a typical office setting, use standard office equipment, and be capable of traveling to and from various County locations by automobile or other mode of transportation in order to attend meetings and visit work sites; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.