Human Resource Analyst 3
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Human Resource Analyst 3
Salary
$67,736.00 - $102,905.00 Annually
Location
Cumberland County, PA
Job Type
Civil Service Permanent Full-Time
Job Number
CS-2026-51636-05013
Department
Executive Offices
Division
EX OA HROO CR/PB/CD/VA/SO ERWS
Opening Date
06/15/2026
Closing Date
6/28/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code
05013
Position Number
00273896
Union
Non Union
Bargaining Unit
A3
Pay Group
ST08
Bureau / Division Code
00813757
Bureau / Division
Department of Corrections - Central Office; Human Resources
Worksite Address
1920 Technology Parkway
City
Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania
Zip Code
17050
Contact Name
Brittany Bradford
Contact Email
bbradford@pa.gov
Description
Benefits
Questions
THE POSITION
The Human Resource Analyst 3 role with the Office of Administration offers a chance to support important employee relations work across the Commonwealth. This position serves as a professional staff member in the Labor Relations Division of the Department of Corrections; Human Resource Office and is responsible for employee relations duties, providing technical assistance, advice and strategies to Central Office Executive Staff, Institutional Superintendents, and Field Human Resource Officers. Your efforts help maintain fairness and consistency, creating a positive work environment. If you are interested in labor relations duties and day to day challenges, we encourage you to apply today!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This position plays an important role in supporting employee relations activities within the Department of Corrections by offering guidance, analysis, and direction on complex workplace matters. As a Human Resource Analyst 3, you will perform the following duties:
Consultation Support: Provide guidance to managers on contract interpretation, disciplinary actions, and employee relations concerns
Grievance Review: Investigate and analyze grievances, prepare responses, and participate in related hearings
Discipline Oversight: Evaluate disciplinary requests for consistency and ensure cases are defensible through established procedures
Investigation Assistance: Review and conduct investigations to ensure adequate evidence and recommend steps to strengthen findings
Training Delivery: Develop and present training programs related to employee relations and collective bargaining updates
Labor Meetings: Participate in labor management and meet and discuss sessions and prepare follow up responses
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD_NEOGOV.asp?p=00273896) .
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment
Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch.
Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time; up to three days per week. 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 Mechanicsburg, PA.. 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.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
One year as a Human Resource Analyst (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration) ;or
Three years of analytical experience that includes two years of professional human resource experience, and a bachelor's degree;or
An equivalent combination of experience and training.
Other Requirements:
You must meet the PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) and click on Residency Guidelines.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirements:
You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.
How to Apply:
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe 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 date. Late 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 (https://www.pa.gov/agencies/hrmoa/resources/generative-ai-hiring-guidance) 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.
EXAMINATION 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/testoncefor this posting.
Your results will be provided via email.
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Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little "extras" that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
*Eligibility rules apply.
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Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Human Resource Analyst 2 for one or more years full-time?
Yes
No
02
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, @type N/A in the text box below.]
03
How much full-time analytical experience do you possess?
3 years or more
2 but less than 3 years
1 but less than 2 years
Less than 1 year
None
04
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, @type N/A in the text box below.]
05
How much full-time professional analytical experience do you possess in human resources?
2 years or more
1 but less than 2 years
Less than 1 year
None
06
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, @type N/A in the text box below.]
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How many semester credits of college coursework have you completed? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visiting visitingwww.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services Link.
You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.
30 credits or more
Less than 30 credits
None
08
How many semester credits of graduate level coursework have you completed in human resources; public, business, or hospital administration; labor or industrial relations; industrial engineering; management; any field of psychology (industrial/organizational, assessment, educational, applied, etc.); any field of law (employment, criminal, corporate, etc.); educational or vocational counseling; or other fields closely related to human resources? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visiting visitingwww.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services Link.
You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.
30 credits or more
Less than 30 credits
None
09
You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.
All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.
Read each question carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training.The "Level of Performance" you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered.In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.
If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.
If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) .
Yes
10
WORK BEHAVIOR 1 - INVESTIGATIONS
Investigates disciplinary issues, contractual grievances, and allegations of misconduct to identify the problem and determine compliance with departmental policies and practices, and collective bargaining agreements. Recommends appropriate action or settlement.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
A. I have experience investigating allegations of misconduct or other violations, which included contractual grievances. I was responsible for identifying the problem, determining compliance with policies, practices, and collective bargaining agreements, and implementing a resolution or settlement to the issue.
B. I have experience investigating allegations of misconduct or other violations. I was responsible for identifying the problem and determining compliance with policies and practices. Someone else was responsible for implementing a resolution or settlement based on information I provided.
C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to criminology, legal investigations, crime and security, employee or workplace investigations, or investigative interviewing.
D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
11
In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, @type N/A in the box below.
The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
The actual duties you performed related to investigations.
Your level of responsibility.
12
If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, @type N/A in the text box below.
College/University
Course Title
Credits/Clock Hours
13
WORK BEHAVIOR 2 - NEGOTIATIONS
Meets with management to discuss collective bargaining contract negotiations. Drafts, negotiates, and implements agreements between management and the union.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
A. I have experience negotiating collective bargaining agreements, side letter agreements, or other business agreements. I was also responsible for implementing agreements between management and the union.
B. I have experience implementing agreements between management and other interested parties. However, someone else was responsible for the initial negotiation of the collective bargaining agreements, side letter agreements, or other business agreements.
C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to negotiation mastery, conflict management, or interpersonal techniques.
D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, @type N/A in the box below.
The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
The actual duties you performed related to negotiations.
Your level of responsibility.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, @type N/A in the text box below.
College/University
Course Title
Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 3 - COMMUNICATION
Creates letters and memorandums to convey information to management, employees, unions, or other individuals regarding dismissal, suspension, other alternative discipline actions or guidance.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
A. I have experience creating letters, memorandums, or other written documents. I was responsible for the final version that conveyed customized information to the intended recipient.
B. I have experience creating letters, memorandums, or other written documents. I was responsible for compiling a portion of the document, but someone else was responsible for the final version that conveyed customized information to the intended recipient.
C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to business writing, technical writing, English composition, journalism, or communications.
D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
17
In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, @type N/A in the box below.
The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
The actual duties you performed related to communication.
Your level of responsibility.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, @type N/A in the text box below.
College/University
Course Title
Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 4 - TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
Provides interpretation to supervisory and management personnel on collective bargaining agreement provisions. Briefs supervisors and managers on changes to collective bargaining agreements and memorandums of understanding. Provides advice, solutions, and options concerning labor/management issues such as misconduct in the workplace, work performance plans, sick leave abuse, and progressive discipline. Utilizes customer service skills when dealing with adversarial situations.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
A. I have experience interacting with individuals and utilizing customer service skills to understand labor relation concerns and explain relevant information. I was responsible for interpreting information, answering general questions, and providing technical advice.
B. I have experience interacting with individuals and utilizing customer service skills to understand labor relation concerns and explain relevant information. I was responsible for answering general questions, but I referred technical questions to someone else to provide information.
C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to counseling, public relations, employee or labor relations, or education.
D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, @type N/A in the box below.
The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
The actual duties you performed related to technical assistance.
Your level of responsibility.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, @type N/A in the text box below.
College/University
Course Title
Credits/Clock Hours
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WORK BEHAVIOR 5 - REPRESENTATION
Represents the employer at meet and discuss meetings, hearings, and arbitrations. Prepares and presents case-in-chief arguments, rebuttals, and summaries regarding disciplinary actions and contract interpretation proceedings. Serves as a panel member on committees for making decisions regarding labor/management cases.
Levels of Performance
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
A. I have experience researching and analyzing case information on legal arguments, rebuttals, and summaries. I also represented my employer at meetings, hearings, arbitrations, or other legal events.
B. I have experience researching and analyzing case information on legal arguments, rebuttals, summaries, or other legal events; however, someone else represented my employer at meetings, hearings, arbitrations, or other legal events utilizing the information I prepared.
C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to public speaking, effective presentations, statistics, research design and analysis, or data collection.
D. I have NO experience or coursework related to this work behavior.
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In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, @type N/A in the box below.
The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
The actual duties you performed related to representation.
Your level of responsibility.
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If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the three items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, @type N/A in the text box below.
College/University
Course Title
Credits/Clock Hours
Required Question
Employer
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Address
613 North Street
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120
Website
http://www.employment.pa.gov
