Director of Human Resources and Risk Management

Human Resources Director

Under the direction of the assigned manager, plan, direct, manage, and oversee the activities and operations of the Human Resources Department including recruitment and employment, personnel operations, employee health and welfare programs, employee and labor relations, Worker's Compensation, benefits and leaves, ADA compliance, EEO, and risk management; assist in maintaining compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and policies coordinates assigned activities with other departments and outside agencies; and provide highly responsible and complex administrative support to the Vice President of Human Resources and Risk Management.

Essential Functions:

• Assist the Vice President of Human Resources and Risk Management in assuming full management responsibility for all Human Resources Department services and activities including recruitment and employment, personnel operations, employee health and welfare programs, employee and labor relations, Worker's Compensation, benefits and leaves, ADA compliance, EEO, and Risk management.
• Manage the development and implementation of departmental goals, objectives, and priorities for each assigned service area; recommend and administer policies and procedures.
• Establish, within District policy, appropriate service and staffing levels; monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; allocate resources accordingly.
• Assess and monitor workload, administrative and support systems, and internal reporting relationships; identify opportunities for improvement; directs and implement changes.
• Plan, direct, and coordinate, through subordinate level staff, the Human Resources Department's work plan; assign projects and programmatic areas of responsibility; review and evaluate work methods and procedures; meet with key staff to identify and resolve problems.
• Select, train, motivate, and evaluate assigned personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline and termination procedures.
• Oversee and participate in the development and administration of the department budget; approve the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; approve expenditures and implements budgetary adjustments as appropriate and necessary.
• Ensure the recruitment and selection process for all District classifications is in full compliance with both federal and state rules, regulations, and guidelines.
• Participate in negotiations with the collective bargaining units; research and assist in developing draft tentative agreements, memorandums of understanding, and Letters of Understanding.
• Assist and counsel management personnel in interpreting and implementing collective bargaining contracts, resolving personnel issues, grievances and disciplinary actions.
• Develop and implement staff training and development programs and employee orientation programs to meet the needs of personal, professional, and organizational development.
• Administer and manage the compilation of statistics on personnel data; prepares reports and surveys required by the pertinent laws and regulations.
• Investigate and assist in resolution of discrimination and sexual harassment complaints.
• Provide staff assistance to the Vice President of Human Resources and Risk management; prepare and present staff reports and other necessary correspondence, including presentations to the Board of Trustees and representatives of outside agencies.
• Represent the Human Resources Department to other departments, elected officials, and outside agencies; coordinate assigned activities with those of other departments and outside agencies and organizations.
• Represent department programs, policies, and activities; negotiates and resolves sensitive and controversial issues.
• Serve as staff on a variety of committees; prepare and present staff reports and other necessary correspondence.
• Attend and participate in professional group meetings; maintain awareness of new trends and developments in the field of human resources; incorporate new developments as appropriate.
• Respond to and resolves difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints.
• Oversee compliance programs and initiatives designed to identify risk, ensure adherence with all applicable Human Resources related legal, regulatory, and compliance requirements, as well as mitigate loss and protect the District.
• Develop recommendations on a variety of matters relating to the policies and/or operational procedures in the areas of non-discrimination, harassment, and mandated employee training requirements consistent with federal and state requirements, and District policies.
• Coordinate with District staff to develop, implement, and manage the full-range of comprehensive employment compliance, diversity, and equity programs including employee educational programs on employment diversity and nondiscrimination, and general professional development topics
• Support payroll operation and activities.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices related to the human resources function.
• Operations, services, and activities of a comprehensive human resource administration program.
• Advanced principles and practices of human resource management including compensation, position classification and analysis, benefits management, workers compensation, and training/employee development.
• Advanced principles and practices of program development and administration. Principles and applications of recruitment and equal employment opportunity. Operational characteristics of human resource information systems.
• Principles and practices of municipal budget preparation and administration. Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
• Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.
• Principles of business letter writing and complex report preparation.
• Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations including ADA requirements.
• Principles and practices of labor relations, collective bargaining, and contract negotiations.

Ability to:

• Manage and direct a comprehensive human resource administration.
• Develop and administer departmental goals, objectives, and procedures.
• Analyze and assess programs, policies, and operational needs and make appropriate adjustments. Identify and respond to sensitive community and organizational issues, concerns, and needs.
• Plan, organize, direct, and coordinate the work of Human Resources staff. Delegate authority and responsibility.
• Select, supervise, and train assigned staff; and evaluate the work performed by staff.
• Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals.
• Research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods and techniques.
• Effectively serve as a resource to employees pertaining to human resources related problems, concerns and issues.
• Represent the District and form partnerships with external agency/organization representatives, District constituents, and the general public.
• Prepare clear and concise administrative and financial reports. Prepare and administer large and complex budgets.
• Interpret and apply applicable federal, state, and local policies, laws, and regulations.
• Operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Complete work effectively in order to meet demanding legal timelines, while working in a setting consisting of contact with others, shifting priorities, and frequent interruptions.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with all employees and others encountered in the course of work.
• Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, linguistic, and ethnic backgrounds, and disabilities of community college students and staff as demonstrated by skills and abilities in cultural responsiveness and cultural humility.

Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience: Five years' experience of increasingly responsible professional human resources including at least three years of management or leadership experience.

Other Certifications, Licenses, or Special Requirements:

• A valid Class "C" California Driver's License is required by the time of appointment.
• The incumbent may be required to work evenings (including attending board meetings) and other irregular hours including weekends and holidays.