Human Resources Analyst - Recruitment and Talent Acquisition

The City of Henderson announces an examination to create eligibility list(s) and to fill two (2) vacancies in the Human Resources Analyst series in the Talent Acquisition and Recruitment Division of the Department of Human Resources. The department will consider and may hire a candidate who is qualified at the Human Resources Analyst I or II level. The eligibility list may be utilized to fill vacancies for up to one (1) year.  

Human Resources Analyst I: Under general supervision, performs analytical and technical human resources work in various areas of the Human Resources Department; and performs related duties as assigned.
Human Resources Analyst II: Under limited supervision, performs highly technical, administrative, and analytical work in support of assigned division, specialized programs, and compliance initiatives; provides leadership, training, and guidance to assigned staff; serves as a subject matter resource to employees, supervisors, and managers; and performs related duties as assigned.

Salary and Benefits:

• Competitive Salary Range; salary placement for non-represented positions is based on a comprehensive compensation review and takes into consideration the candidate's qualifications as well as internal equity*
  • Human Resources Analyst I: $31.58 - $47.37 Hourly (Non-Exempt)
  • Human Resources Analyst II: $73,633.55 - $110,450.33 Annually (Exempt)
• Base Wage increase upon successful completion of Initial Probationary or Qualifying Period**
• Annual Pay Adjustment Increase or Lump Sum Bonus**
  • *Click here to view the City's Non-Represented Compensation Policy
  • **Contingent upon the City’s financial health and subject to availability of funds as determined by the City (subject to change)
• Work-Life Balance: Four (4)-Day, 38-hour workweek (Monday to Thursday)
• Paid Leave and Holidays
  • Leave and Holidays Policy
  • Family and Medical Leave and Extended Leave Policy
• Comprehensive benefits package*** for all full-time, regular non-represented employees including:
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance 
  • Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Long Term Disability (LTD)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Policy
  • Retirement Benefits
    • Nevada PERS (Public Employees' Retirement System)
    • Retirement Health Savings (RHS) Account
    • Deferred Compensation - 457(b) and 401(a) Plans 
      • Deferred Compensation Matching Program Available - employee contributions will be matched on a per-pay-period basis until the employee reaches their respective deferred compensation match limit
  • Voluntary Benefits: Pet Insurance, Auto/Home Insurance, Voluntary Life Insurance, 529 College Savings Plan
  • Employer Paid Financial Wellness Benefits and Education
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PLSF) through the Federal Government
  • Tuition and Certification Reimbursement Program, and much more!
  • ***Click here to review all City Employee Benefits

Click below to view a complete copy of the job description and physical requirements:
Human Resources Analyst I
Human Resources Analyst II

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REQUIRED FOR THE HUMAN RESOURCES ANALYST I & II LEVELS

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Human Resources Management, Business or Public Administration, or a closely related field
• Two (2) years of progressively responsible experience working in talent acquisition/recruitment in a human resources department
• Note: An equivalent combination of related training and experience may be considered
• Must possess and maintain a valid Nevada or “border state” driver’ license, as defined by NRS 483
• Must pass a nationwide fingerprint-based records check, and a wants/warrants check
• Must obtain and maintain Security Awareness and National Crime Information Center (NCIC)/Nevada Criminal Justice Information System (NCJIS) certification upon hire/transfer and recertify as needed. Must maintain certifications in NCIC/NCJIS as a condition of continued employment. 
• Desirable: Public sector human resources experience
• Desirable: Union and non-union recruiting experience
• Desirable: Certification as a human resources professional by the Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM) or the International Public Management Association for HR (IPMA-HR)

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS TO BE CONSIDERED FOR HUMAN RESOURCES ANALYST II

• A total of four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in a human resources department; at least two (2) years of which were working directly in talent acquisition/recruitment
• Note: An equivalent combination of related education, experience, and training may be considered
• Desirable: Experience in multiple HR disciplines 

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION:
1) Completed Employment Application

ASSESSMENT DATES:
Telephone Screening (Pass/Fail)    -   Thursday, October 15, 2026 and Monday, October 19, 2026
(Best-Qualified Candidates)

Oral Board Interview with Performance Component (Weighted 100%)    -    Tuesday, October 27, 2026
(Best-Qualified Candidates)

Selection Interview with Written Component     -     Tuesday, November 3, 2026
(Top-Scoring Candidates)

All applicants will be notified by email or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS:
If you are invited to participate in the assessment process, you will be required to self-schedule through the City of Henderson online application system. Please check your email and/or text messages on a regular basis after submitting your application for complete instructions, which include where and when to report.

The assessment and selection process for this position will take place on the dates listed above. All candidates who wish to be considered for this position will need to be in Henderson, Nevada, and make themselves available to participate in the testing process at any time on any of the dates listed above.The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best-qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.  It is the responsibility of the candidate requiring accommodation to contact the Human Resources Department (preferably in writing) at the time of application.

Appointment may be subject to the successful and timely completion of a post offer pre-employment background investigation and medical/physical examination, including a drug/alcohol test. Please see the job description to view the physical requirements. The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards.