SR HUMAN RESOURCES ANALYST (HIPAA PRIVACY OFFICER)



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SR HUMAN RESOURCES ANALYST (HIPAA PRIVACY OFFICER)
Employer

The County of El Dorado

Salary

$72,862.40 - $88,566.40 Annually

Location

Placerville, CA

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

1802-1404

Department1

Human Resources

Opening Date

02/28/2018

Closing Date

Continuous

Description

The County of El Dorado is conducting this recruitment to fill one (1) full-time vacancy within the Human Resources Department, located in Placerville, California. Applications will be received on a continuous basis with the following cut-off dates:

March 14, 2018
March 28, 2018
April 11, 2018
April 25, 2018

The County may cancel this recruitment at any time.

The current vacant position will serve as the County's HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996) Privacy Officer and will oversee all compliance activities related to the development, implementation, and enhancement of policies and procedures for the protection of individually-identifiable health information.

The ideal candidate for the current vacancy (HIPAA Privacy Officer) will possess knowledge and experience with HIPAA protocols and laws, preferably in a public agency setting; may possess a nationally-recognized compliance certification (e.g., CHPC; CIPP/US, CHPS, RHIA; or RHIT credentials); have the ability to clarify and communicate complex legal and regulatory requirements such that they are understood by a variety of audiences; have excellent organizational abilities and outstanding written and oral communication skills; have a high level of personal integrity; and will take initiative, be motivated to excel, and inspire collaborative relationships.

***This recruitment will establish an eligible list which may be used for up to three months to fill future full-time, part-time, and extra-help vacancies.***

The County may conduct a training and experience evaluation based upon information provided in the application, such as education, training, experience, and responses to supplemental questions.

The County may conduct an oral examination.  Should the County require candidates to appear for an examination, they will be notified by email at least one week prior to the examination date. 
 
DEFINITION:
Under direction, performs complex human resource activities, including, recruitment and selection, equal employment opportunity, classification, compensation and/or employee relations activities; provides expert professional assistance to County management staff; and may supervise assigned staff.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
This class is the advanced specialist and/or first line supervisory level class in the Human Resources Analyst series responsible for performing difficult and complex professional level work and/or for supervising subordinate staff. Assignments may include supervision of assigned staff and assisting other management staff in carrying out the labor relations, employee relations or other human resource programs. This class is distinguished from the Principal Human Resources Analyst in that the latter classification is responsible for performing the most difficult and complex human resources work.

Examples of Essential Functions

  • Confers with management and employees regarding recruitment and selection, equal employment opportunity, classification, compensation, employee relations, or related activities, policies or procedures; advises County officials on interpreting human resources rules, practices and memoranda of understanding.
  • Directs recruitment and selection activities for County staff; personally performs the most complex recruitment and selection projects.
  • Confers with and advises management and employee organizations regarding employee relations, discipline, policies and procedures; investigates grievances; prepares costing impacts of wage and benefit issues; writes contract language.
  • Supervises and/or conducts analytical studies; develops and reviews reports of findings, alternative and recommendations.
  • Provides staff support in contract negotiations; prepares summaries, collects data and makes recommendations; may meet and confer with employee organizations on individual issues during the term of the contract.
  • Supervises, plans, organizes, trains, and reviews the activities of pro­fessional, paraprofessional, support and administrative staff, as assigned.
  • Recommends selection of assigned staff and provides for their training and professional development; interprets policies and procedures to employees.
  • Assists in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, poli­cies, procedures and work standards for the human resource function.
  • Supervises and participates in conducting comprehensive job analysis, classification, compensation and benefits monitoring activities.
  • Maintains accurate records and files; prepares reports, correspondence and a variety of written materials.
  • May represents the County in meetings with representatives of governmental agencies, professional and business organizations, employee organizations, and the public.
  • Attendance and punctuality that is observant of scheduled hours on a regular basis.
  • Performs related work as assigned.

Education & Experience Requirements (typing "See Resume" in application will not be accepted)

Where college degrees and/or college course credits are required, degrees and college units must be obtained from an accredited college or university. Courses from non-accredited institutions will not be evaluated for this requirement.

Education:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in business or public administration, psychology, labor relations, or a related field. A Master's degree in public administration or human resources management may substitute for one year of the required experience.

-AND-

Two years of journey level experience in various areas of the human resource function in a centralized human resources setting. Experience in a public agency setting is desirable.

NOTE: The above qualifications are a typically accepted way of obtaining the required knowledges and skills

Desirable Experience:
Experience, developing, implementing, and maintaining privacy policies and procedures, as well as experience monitoring privacy program compliance, which includes HIPAA. Experience in a public agency setting is desirable.

Desirable Requirements:
Possession of a nationally-recognized compliance certification (e.g., CHPC; CIPP/US, CHPS, RHIA; or RHIT credentials).

Other Requirements:
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.

Knowledge of:
  • Principles, practices and techniques of public human resource administration, including recruitment and selection, affirmative action, classification, job analysis, employee relations, compensation and benefits administration and employee development.
  • Applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.
  • Principles and practices of labor relations in a public agency setting including effective negotiation techniques.
  • Supervisory principles and practices including work planning, schedules, review, evaluation, employee training and discipline.
  • Principles and techniques of conflict resolution.
  • Analytical methods and techniques, including statistical and financial analysis.
  • Standard office practices and procedures, including business data processing applications.
Skill in:
  • Planning, organizing, assigning, directing, reviewing and evaluating the work of others.
  • Reading, interpreting and applying laws, rules, policies and procedures.
  • Training staff in work procedures.
  • Developing, implementing and interpreting goals, objectives and policies.
  • Representing the County effectively in meetings with others.
  • Preparing clear, concise and competent reports, correspondence and other written materials.
Ability to:
  • Analyze, interpret, apply and explain complex laws, rules and regulations.
  • Perform complex research, analyze alternatives and recommend practical solutions.
  • Communicate competently and effectively as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
  • Exercise sound independent judgment within general policy guidelines and legal constraints.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.

Other Requirements

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Environment:
Work is primarily performed indoors in a standard office setting performing repetitive or fatiguing duties.

Physical:
Primary functions require sufficient physical ability to work in an office setting and operate office equipment; vision in the normal visual range with or without correction sufficient to read computer screens and printed documents; hear in the normal audio range with or without correction. Frequent sitting; wrist and arm motions and upward/downward flexion of neck; fine finger dexterity of both hands, ability to grasp and hold; lifting, carrying or pushing objects that weigh up to 15 lbs. Occasional standing, walking, bending and reaching; lifting, carrying or pushing objects that weigh 16 – 40 lbs. Infrequent climbing; lifting, carrying or pushing objects that weigh more than 40 lbs.

The County of El Dorado recognizes that our employees are our greatest asset . We offer a comprehensive benefits package* which includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans. We also offer a number of other  voluntary benefit plans.

*All benefits are subject to plan eligibility requirements (extra help/temporary positions are not eligible for benefits)

The County offers five health plan options: Blue Shield PPO 200, Blue Shield PPO 1300, Blue Shield PPO 2000, Kaiser HMO and Kaiser HMO 1300.

01
What is your highest level of education? (transcripts must be attached, Unofficial transcripts acceptable at this stage of the recruitment)
  • High School or GED
  • Some College
  • Associate's Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree
  • Juris Doctorate
  • PhD or MD
  • None of the above
02
To provide us with an opportunity to evaluate your application, responses to the Supplemental Questions are required in addition to your application. The information you provide will be used to determine your eligibility to continue in the selection process for this position. All work experience that is described or included in your response(s) MUST be included in the "Work Experience" section of your application. (Do not refer to a resume or other documentation.)
  • I acknowledge receipt of this information
03
This position requires a valid driver's license. Do you possess a valid driver's license?
  • Yes
  • No
04
In what field(s) did you receive your degree(s)?
  • Psychology
  • Social Work
  • Business Administration
  • Other
  • Not Applicable
05
Please describe your training and experience in the area of recruitment. Include the different types of jobs that you have recruited for and the types of recruitment methods you have used. Please provide an example where you identified and implemented a creative recruitment method for a difficult to recruit for job classification.
06
Please describe in detail the level of knowledge you possess with regard to federal and state laws and other standards that regulate or otherwise involve privacy, data security, and breach notification requirements.
07
Please describe in detail your experience in the following areas: a. Developing privacy and security policies and procedures b. Training Programs c. Audit Programs d. Risk Analyses e. Compliance Monitoring Programs

* Required Question

Employer
The County of El Dorado
Address
330 Fair Lane

Placerville, California, 95667
Phone
530-621-5565
Website
http://www.edcgov.us

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