Human Resources Manager - **UNION and NON-PROFIT EXP PREFERRED**

**Work Schedule Mon - Fri 8.30am-5:00pm** **(UNION and NON-PROFIT EXP PREFERRED)**

Pay range is $95K to $120K/year depending on the relevant years of experience.

We offer a competitive package of employee benefits for 30 to 40-hour week positions. You will receive a defined contribution amount of up to $15,433.08 per year (prorated for part-time employees working less than 40 hours per week) to purchase the benefits of your choice on a cafeteria plan basis. Any amount of this defined contribution not used towards your benefits will be paid to you as taxable earnings. We offer a retirement plan with a generous employer match starting at 4% after one year of employment. Our paid time off is also more generous than many employers with vacation time accruing up to 25 days per year, 6 days of sick time per year and 12 paid holidays.

The benefits offered in our cafeteria plan are as follows:

• Medical benefits –Kaiser-ranging from $0 Deductible Plan with $15 Copay to $,3400 Deductible Plan with Health Savings Account. Sutter Health plans are also available from $0 Deductible Plan to $2,500 Deductible Plan.
• Dental benefits –Guardian: 1 dental HMO and 2 PPOs
• Vision benefits – 2 options from Guardian VSP: a standard vision plan and an enhanced vision plan

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Talent Acquisition and Staffing*

• Oversee preparation, review, and revision of job descriptions and position competencies.
• Coordinate and consult with managers regarding recruitment needs and strategies.
• Partner with the Recruiting Team during the offer and hiring phase, including recommending competitive salaries for non-union positions in alignment with internal equity and Agency budget; extending and rescinding offers; coordinating onboarding and new hire orientations; and ensuring hiring actions are compliant and consistently applied.
• Ensure compliance with personnel requirements related to licensing, credentialing, and regulatory standards.

2. Employee Relations and Manager Support*

• Partner with managers to promote a respectful, inclusive, and compliant workplace culture.
• Conduct and support investigations of employee relations concerns, including allegations of harassment, discrimination, or other workplace issues; manage documentation, disciplinary actions, and due-process requirements; escalate complex or high-risk matters to the CHRO as appropriate.
• Facilitate effective communication and conflict resolution among employees and work teams.
• Represent or support the Agency in personnel-related hearings and investigations, including unemployment hearings.
• Maintain thorough documentation of employee relations matters, actions taken, and outcomes.

3. Labor Relations*

• Support the CHRO in labor relations activities, including labor negotiations, grievances, mediations, and arbitrations.
• Provide guidance to managers regarding collective bargaining agreement interpretation and compliance.
• Support labor-management collaboration to address workplace issues and reduce organizational risk.

4. Performance Management and Compensation*

• Oversee the Agency’s performance appraisal process and manage the performance evaluation system.
• Oversee the administration of monthly and annual salary increases in alignment with Agency guidelines, labor agreements, and budget.

5. HR Reporting and Compliance*

• Prepare and analyze HR reports, metrics, surveys, and censuses to comply with government regulatory requirements, Agency needs, senior management requests, and third-party reporting obligations. This includes, but is not limited to, EEO-1, HR quarterly reports, benefits and compensation surveys, and employee satisfaction surveys, as well as any additional HR reporting or analyses as required by the Agency.

6. Records Management and Confidentiality*

• Oversee the maintenance of personnel files, documents, and employee information to ensure accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance with applicable privacy and employment laws.

7. Training and Organizational Support*

• Assist in developing, delivering, and coordinating training for managers and employees on employee relations, performance management, and HR best practices.
• Support the development and ongoing improvement of new-hire orientation and onboarding programs.

8. Regulatory Monitoring and Best Practices*

• Keep abreast of changes in human resources laws, labor regulations, and best practices and assist with implementation of required changes.
• Serve as a resource to managers on employment law, labor contract compliance, and HR-related issues.
• Recommend process and system improvements to strengthen HR operations and service delivery.

9. Collaboration*

• Interface with IT, Finance, Payroll, and other departments on personnel, staffing, systems access, and reporting matters.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain knowledge of wages and salaries, employee benefits, workers’ compensation, ADA, and leave administration.
• Provide backup support for HR department functions as needed.
• Prepare correspondence, reports, and materials using HR systems and standard office software.
• Attend Agency meetings, trainings, and events as required.
• Provide transportation for Agency business as needed.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: (E = Essential; D = Desired)

1. Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of three years of full-time, directly related human resources experience; additional experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis. (E)
• PHR or other HR certification, particularly in employee or labor relations. (D)
• Experience working in a unionized environment. (D)
• Familiarity with HRIS platforms such as UKG, PerformancePro, or similar systems. (D)

2. Communication and Technology

• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to prepare clear documentation and reports. (E)
• Proficiency with MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) and HR systems; ability to analyze and report HR data. (E)
• Effective public speaking, facilitation, and training skills. (E)

3. Organizational and Interpersonal Skills

• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, exercise sound judgment, and maintain confidentiality in a fast-paced environment. (E)
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and with varying communication styles. (E)

4. Licensing and Physical Requirements

• Valid California Driver License with access to a reliable vehicle and current proof of auto liability insurance, and a clean DMV record. (E)
• Physical requirements consistent with office-based work, with or without reasonable accommodation. (E)

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