PRIMARY FUNCTION

Under the direction of the Executive Director, Personnel, plan, organize, control and direct the personnel program; coordinate the recruiting, interviewing, testing, selecting and placement of personnel; coordinate communications between administrators and personnel; train and supervise the performance of assigned personnel.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Plan, organize, control and direct the personnel program; coordinate, administer and monitor compensation, leave and vacation programs; coordinate the District’s search and recruiting process.
• Coordinate the recruiting, interviewing, testing, selecting and placement of personnel; evaluate staffing needs and position allocations; coordinate and oversee personnel transactions.
• Train and supervise the performance of assigned personnel; interview and select employees and recommend transfers, reassignment, termination and disciplinary actions; monitor performance evaluation according to established guidelines and procedures.
• Coordinate communications between administrators and personnel to resolve issues or concerns and exchange information; provide regular counsel to administrators regarding conflict resolution and employee relations; maintain regular and timely communication with employee organizations and consult employees concerning personnel policies, practices and procedures.
• Provide technical expertise, information and assistance to the Executive Director regarding assigned functions; assist in the formulation and development of policies, procedures and programs to assure an economical, safe and efficient work environment; advise the Executive Director of unusual trends or problems and recommend appropriate corrective action.
• Plan, organize and implement long and short-term staff development programs, policies, procedures, administrative regulations and activities designed to enhance personnel programs and services.
• Monitor the District’s process in discipline policy; assure compliance with bargaining unit discipline procedures, rules and regulations; draft disciplinary procedures within bargaining unit policies.
• Direct the preparation and maintenance of a variety of narrative and statistical reports, records and files related to personnel and assigned activities; provide organizational analysis and research related information; conduct reclassification, compensation and assignment studies.
• Develop and prepare the annual preliminary budget for the Department; analyze and review budgetary and financial data; control and authorize expenditures in accordance with established limitations.
• Respond to and resolve complaints, grievances, unfair labor practices and related conflicts.
• Operate a computer and assigned software programs; operate other office equipment as assigned; operate a vehicle to conduct work.
• Attend and conduct a variety of meetings as assigned; participate in negotiations for bargaining units.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

DEMONSTRATED KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Planning, organization and direction of personnel recruiting and administration.
• Budget preparation and control.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Principles and practices of administration, supervision and training
• State and federal laws, codes and regulations concerning personnel administration including equal employment opportunity and affirmative action.
• Principles, techniques and methods of recruitment, selection, training, classification and compensation.
• Bargaining agreements and union contracts.
• Pay compensation plans.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
• Operation of a computer and assigned software.

ABILITY TO:

• Plan, organize, control and direct the personnel program.
• Coordinate the recruiting, interviewing, testing, selecting and placement of personnel.
• Supervise the performance of assigned personnel.
• Coordinate communications between administrators and personnel.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Operate a computer and assigned office equipment.
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
• Meet schedules and time lines.
• Work independently with little direction.
• Plan and organize work.
• Prepare comprehensive narrative and statistical records and reports.
• Direct the maintenance of a variety of reports and files related to assigned activities.
• Maintain consistent, punctual and regular attendance.
• Hear and speak to exchange information and make presentations.
• Move hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard.
• See to read a variety of materials.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Any combination equivalent to: bachelor’s degree in human resources, public administration or related field and five years increasingly responsible experience in the administration of public personnel.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Valid California Class C driver’s license

WORKING CONDITIONS ENVIRONMENT

• Office environment
• Driving a vehicle to conduct work.

SALARY & WORKYEAR:

• Management Salary Range 45
• 225 days Calendar