Human Resources Analyst - Employee Relations

Posting Details

Posting Summary

Working Title Human Resources Analyst - Employee Relations Role Title Human Resource Analyst I Role Code 19091-SW FLSA Exempt Pay Band 04 Position Number 28300123 Agency J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College Division J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College (Div) Work Location Henrico - 087 Hiring Range $70,000 - $73,000 Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category 2-Professionals Full Time or Part Time Full Time Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? Work Schedule

As determined by the supervisor.

Sensitive Position Yes Job Description

Reynolds is one of the largest community colleges in Virginia and serves Virginia's capital city and five nearby counties. Annually, our four campus sites serve approximately 13,000 credit students and provide training for 7,400 students through the Community College Workforce Alliance. Reynolds is committed to hiring and retaining a racially diverse, culturally competent staff at all levels of the organization who reflect the demographics of our students. We also believe in providing an ongoing investment in our faculty and staff to deepen their skills and competencies to serve the full range of our student population.

The HR Analyst - Employee Relations provides professional Human Resources support in the areas of employee relations, workplace conduct, performance management, policy interpretation, investigations, and HR compliance.

Working under the direction of the Director of Human Resources Operations or designated HR leader, the HR Analyst serves as a trusted resource to employees, supervisors, managers, and college leadership. The position assists with addressing workplace concerns, interpreting and applying HR policies and procedures, conducting and documenting employee relations matters, and promoting consistent and equitable employment practices.

The HR Analyst also supports HR data analysis, reporting, process improvement, training, and documentation related to employee relations and workforce management.

Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

The successful candidate should demonstrate:

• Knowledge of employee relations principles and practices.
• Knowledge of performance management and workplace conduct practices.
• Knowledge of applicable employment laws, regulations, and HR policies.
• Strong investigative, interviewing, and fact-finding skills.
• Ability to distinguish facts from assumptions and objectively assess workplace concerns.
• Excellent written communication and documentation skills.
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking abilities.
• Ability to interpret policies and explain complex information in understandable terms.
• Ability to exercise discretion when handling sensitive and confidential information.
• Strong interpersonal and conflict-management skills.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals at all organizational levels.
• Ability to manage multiple cases, projects, priorities, and deadlines.
• Commitment to fair, equitable, consistent, and respectful employment practices.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining effective communication with HR leadership.
• Strong customer-service orientation.

Required Qualifications

• Experience in human resources, employee relations, personnel administration, or a closely related field.
• Knowledge of fundamental human resources principles and employment practices.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze information, identify issues, and develop practical recommendations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office or comparable business applications, including spreadsheets and data-analysis tools.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, managers, and HR colleagues.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's or advanced degree in Human Resources, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Business Administration, Public Administration, Higher Education Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field.
• Professional HR certification such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR.
• Experience conducting workplace or employee-relations investigations.
• Experience in higher education, government, or another public-sector organization.
• Knowledge of Virginia employment practices, DHRM requirements, and/or VCCS policies and procedures.
• Experience with performance management and corrective-action processes.
• Experience analyzing HR data and developing workforce reports or dashboards.
• Experience using an HR information system, case-management system, or employee-relations tracking system.
• Experience developing and delivering HR training.

Additional Considerations Operation of a State Vehicle No Supervises Employees No Required Travel

May be needed between campuses and for college events.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number CLS_4755P Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies 1 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 09/18/2026 Job Close Date 10/18/2026 Open Until Filled No Agency Website www.reynolds.edu Contact Name Email talent@reynolds.edu Phone Number Special Instructions to Applicants

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155

Additional Information Background Check Statement Disclaimer

The selected candidate's offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth's Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/

EEO Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

E-Verify Statement

VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

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Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

• Other Document
• Certificate
• Alternative Hiring Process Letter
• License
• SF-50 (Documentation of involuntary separation from Federal Agency)