Job Description
Posting number: CS-2026-52956-05012
Department: Game Commission
Division: GC Hmn Res Off
Job classification: Human Resource Analyst 2
Posting type: SCSC E&T Vacancy
Categories: Human Resources
The Pennsylvania Game Commission (PGC) is looking for a Human Resource Analyst 2 to work with the Employee Relations Coordinator in our Harrisburg Office. This involves analyzing and interpreting complex situations and information as well as providing guidance and support to employees, supervisors, managers, and senior staff regarding labor relations issues. Your efforts will promote positive working environments for the hard-working people who are dedicated to managing the Commonwealth’s wildlife resources. Apply now to advance your career with a team that helps employees and leaders work through challenges and succeed.
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Examples of duties
This position focuses on supporting employee relations by providing guidance, conducting investigations, and helping to resolve a variety of workplace concerns. As a Human Resource Analyst 2, you will perform the following duties:
- Provide Consultation: Interpret, apply, and provide guidance on labor agreements and employment laws to make recommendations and decisions for employee relations activities
- Conduct Investigations: Independently investigate complaints of alleged employee policy violations; issues with work performance, time and attendance, and workplace conduct; disciplinary actions; and grievances
- Complete Disciplinary Procedures: Conduct research, prepare disciplinary notices, draft settlement agreements for review, and consult key program coordinators to ensure all issues and situations are addressed appropriately
- Facilitate Resolutions: Meet with and advise supervisors and managers on disciplinary matters; represent the agency in meet and discuss sessions with the union; act as a decision-making panel member during grievance resolution processes; provide testimony at hearings
- Support Related Processes: Review and analyze proposed policies and agreements; serve as a backup for employee support and recognition programs; and attend briefings, hearings, and negotiations as assigned
- Provide Training: Develop, coordinate, and present employee relations training to individuals and groups
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Full-time employment
- Work hours are 7:45 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 45-minute lunch.
- Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. Telework is not permitted during the initial six-month probationary period; eligibility may be granted upon its successful completion. 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.
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
- One year as a Human Resource Analyst 1 or Equal Opportunity Specialist 1 (Commonwealth job titles or equivalent Federal Government job titles, 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 dateLate 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.
Supplemental information
- 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.