Job Description
The City of Sunnyvale is a progressive and fiscally sound organization located in the heart of Silicon Valley. Guided by its mission to build community trust by delivering exceptional services and its core values of Integrity, Leadership, and Respect, the City is seeking an experienced and collaborative Principal Human Resources Analyst to join the Human Resources management team and lead the design and implementation of a Citywide Training and Development program.
This position will play a key role in strengthening the support provided to City staff by assessing organizational needs, developing meaningful learning and development opportunities, and partnering with departments and employees to promote professional growth, leadership development, and organizational effectiveness. The successful candidate will bring strong Human Resources expertise, sound judgment, creativity, and a collaborative approach to improving services and supporting the City’s workforce.
Job Requirements
Any combination of experience and education (or training) that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in human resources management, organizational psychology, public administration, business administration, or related field; AND Four (4) years of increasingly responsible professional experience in human resources, including one (1) year of experience in a lead or supervisory capacity.
How to Apply
The City of Sunnyvale provides an excellent benefits package, including employer paid medical, dental, and vision benefits; a 3.5% premium pay; employer paid 2% deferred compensation contribution; and City paid retiree medical insurance contribution of $1200 per month. City contribution increases with 5 years of service. A complete application packet consists of a City employment application and responses to the required supplemental questions. The final filing date is December 2, 2026 at 5:00pm. For more information and to apply, please go to: Open Job Opportunities | Career Information