"Human Resources Director"

Basic Functions

Under the general supervision of the Vice President, Human Resources, plan, organize, coordinate and direct the operations of a District-wide human resources program including functions of collective bargaining, employee/employer relations, academic recruitment and hiring processes, staff equity and diversity, Human Resources information systems management, unlawful discrimination, ADA accommodations, and other related human resources functions.

Receives general direction from the Vice President of Human Resources. Exercises direct supervision over professional, technical, and administrative support staff.

This is a management classification responsible for planning, organizing, coordinating, and directing staff, operations, and programs for the Human Resources Department. Positions at this level assume responsibility for administrative, long and short-term planning, and budgeting; in addition, they recommend and implement the programs, projects, goals, policies and procedures of the functional area(s) to which they are assigned, ensuring alignment with the attraction, retention and academic success of students. Incumbents serve as a professional-level resource for organizational, managerial, and operational analyses and studies. Performance of the work requires the use of considerable independence, initiative, and discretion within broad guidelines.

Representative Duties

• Engage in recruitment strategies and initiatives that help address equity gaps and improve equal employment opportunity. Assists in maintaining the District's Applicant Tracking, Onboarding, and related employment systems. Recommends and implement enhancements, changes to improve efficiency and service to applicants and the District. Recommend and implement changes to improve equity outcomes and goals.
• Innovations in Human Resources processes and technologies in areas such as onboarding, diversity recruitment, analytics, leave coordination, and fiscal management.
• Serve as unit liaison to District Information Technology Services.
• Serving as the software application administrator for systems used by Human Resources such as applicant tracking systems, recruitment software, and HRIS.
• Monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; recommends appropriate service and staffing levels; allocates resources accordingly.
• Provides responsible staff assistance to designated administrator; conducts a variety of organizational studies, investigations, and operational studies; recommends modifications to human resources programs, policies, and procedures as appropriate.
• Assist in the development and administration of the Human Resources budget and expenditures.
• Participate in negotiations with classified and faculty bargaining units as needed. Assist administrators, faculty, and staff on personnel procedural matters related to collective bargaining agreements.
• Manage all aspects of personnel records administration for the District, including personnel files and electronic records.
• Participate in accreditation studies related to Human Resources; participate in strategic planning activities; implement special projects.
• Maintains in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of team members, reducing legal risks, and ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Oversee Human Resources operations in the absence of the Vice President.
• Develop, recommend, and implement policies and procedures related to employment; Prepare and maintain documentation on policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
• Participate in the development and implementation of Human Resources objectives, policies, and priorities to support the Districts Educational Master Plan.
• Supervise the collection of salary survey data to recommend specific salary schedule placement for bargaining positions with respect to competitive positions within the local area and community college districts statewide.
• Direct the development, coordination, and maintenance of the human resources information systems.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Education: Any combination equivalent to a Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in human resources, law, personnel administration, business administration, public administration or in a field related to the major responsibilities of this position.

Experience: Five years of related experience including two years of supervisory experience related to the duties and functions of the position description.

Desirable Qualifications: A Master's degree in a related field. Human Resources experience in a California Community College setting.

Licenses and Certifications: None.

Physical Demands: Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; to operate a vehicle and visit various District sites; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing in work areas and walking between work areas may be required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 10 pounds.

Environmental Conditions: Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Operation, services, and activities of a comprehensive human resource administration program.
• Salary and classification administration.
• Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
• Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications.
• Principles of business letter writing and complex report preparation.
• California Education Code, federal and state laws and regulations; California government regulations that relate to the human resource functions, collective bargaining, and employee relations in a community college.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Principles and practices of budget preparation and administration.
• Effective communication skills.

Ability to:

• Design and deliver training programs to all constituents of the District.
• Work successfully with District faculty, staff and administrators.
• Direct the activities of and provide effective leadership for projects, programs, and activities that support the Districts commitment to a discrimination and harassment free learning and work environment, and a safe climate for all college community members.
• Build partnerships and collaboration.
• Organize, assess, and manage projects effectively, efficiently, and timely.
• Maintain appropriate confidentiality, including maintenance of confidential records. Develop, coordinate, and implement recruitment programs that enhance faculty and staff diversity.
• Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals.
• Prepare concise administrative and financial reports.