Human Capital Management Senior Analyst

Who We Are

The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) supports Ohioans and their families through the following programs:

• Cash and Food Assistance
• Employment Services and Workforce Development
• Unemployment Insurance
• Adult Protective Services
• Child Support

Public service is an honorable way to serve the community in a hands-on dedicated way. You can make a difference in someone’s world!

Guiding Principles

• We will be a leader in customer satisfaction.
• We will have a reputation that attracts and retains talented, diverse, and dedicated employees.
• We get better at what we do every day.

Office of Employee and Business Services

The Office of Employee and Business Services (OEBS) provides customer service and operational support to ODJFS through five bureaus: Business Services, Civil Rights and Labor Relations, Human Resources, Multimedia Services, and Training and Educational Services. OEBS customers include all ODJFS employees, clients, service providers, county agencies, and the public. Learn more about the office by visiting the ODJFS OEBS webpage.

What You Will Do

The Human Capital Management (HCM) Senior Analyst in the Bureau of Human Resources helps build a strong, capable workforce by supporting thoughtful, well‑structured recruitment and hiring practices. In this role, the selected candidate will partner closely with assigned offices to understand staffing needs, guide hiring decisions, and manage the full recruitment process—from job analysis and assessment development to posting, screening and selection. By using effective approaches to connect with qualified candidates at all career levels, this position directly supports ODJFS’s Guiding Principles and contributes to the agency’s ability to provide high‑quality services to Ohioans.

Day-to-Day You Will: 

• Consult regularly with Deputy Directors, Managers, and Office Liaisons regarding staffing and HR needs.
• Manage the full hiring process, including position justification requests and obtaining required approvals.
• Write, edit, and maintain position descriptions ranging from routine to highly complex.
•  Conduct job analysis and validity studies to create defensible assessments and structured interviews.
• Develop job postings that are accurate, engaging, and realistic.
• Screen applications for minimum qualifications and compliance requirements.
• Participate on interview panels and proctor assessments.
• Provide technical guidance on civil service rules, agency policies, assessments, job design, and workforce planning.
• Prepare and update HR reports, spreadsheets, and various documentation.
• Collaborate closely with Payroll, Benefits, and Labor Relations teams on related matters.
• Monitor HR practices to ensure compliance with state and federal laws, bargaining unit contracts, and internal guidelines.

Schedule: Full time.

Hours: Standard workdays are Monday through Friday. Hours are between 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.

Location: Positions are headquartered at the James A. Rhodes State Officer Tower - 30 E. Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43215.

Travel: Occasional travel within the state of Ohio.

 Position Numbers: There are two vacancies available (PN 20037676 & PN 20046409).

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

The ideal candidate, at minimum, must have the following: 

Option 1:

• 3 yrs. exp. in human resources.

Option 2:

• 1 yr. exp. as Human Capital Management Analyst, 64612 with the State of Ohio.

Option 3:

• Completion of undergraduate core program in human resources, business or public administration;

• AND 12 mos. exp. in human resources.

Option 4:

• Equivalent of minimum class qualifications for employment noted above.

In addition to the minimum qualifications, preferred candidates will have the following experience:

• Managing recruitment and hiring processes in a human resources setting.
• Reviewing applications or candidates for minimum qualifications, compliance, or eligibility.
• Interpreting Ohio civil service rules, employment laws, collective bargaining agreements, and/or HR compliance requirements.
• Writing, editing and maintaining job‑related documents such as position descriptions, job postings, and assessments.
• Maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive personnel information in accordance with state and federal requirements.

Tips For Your Application

When completing the different sections of this application, be sure to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined in this job posting. We cannot give you credit for your Work Experience and Education & Certifications if you do not provide that information in your online application. Information in attached resumes or cover letters must be entered into your application in the appropriate Work Experience or Education & Certification sections to be considered.

Pay Information

This position is in the State of Ohio’s E1 Pay Schedule, Pay Range 12. Unless required by legislation or union contract, starting salary will be the minimum salary of that pay range (step 1, currently $32.35 per hour). These ranges provide a standardized pathway for pay increases. With continued employment, new hires move to the next step in the range after 6 months and annually thereafter. Cost of Living Adjustments increase wages in these ranges each fiscal year. The current step progression wages are in the table below.

Pay Range 12	Step 1	Step 2	Step 3	Step 4	Step 5	Step 6	Step 7	Step 8
Hourly	$32.35	$34.18	$36.01	$38.00	$40.11	$42.30	$44.03	$46.09
Annual	$67,288	$71,094	$74,901	$79,040	$83,429	$87,984	$91,582	$95,867
Months of Employment	At Hire	6 Months	18 Months	30 Months	42 Months	54 Months	66 Months	78 Months

ADA Notice

If you require an accommodation based on a disability for any step of the selection process, please contact [email protected].

Background check information

The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Some positions may require drug testing and/or fingerprinting. Criminal convictions do not necessarily disqualify candidates from consideration.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.