Assistant Director of Personnel Services - City of Fresno

Fresno Regional Workforce Development Board•Fresno, CA

11h•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Fresno is seeking an experienced professional to bring innovation, leadership, and strategic expertise to the Personnel Services Department, serving as a key partner in advancing the department goals. Reporting to the Personnel Services Director, the Assistant Director assists in the planning, direction and organization of the day-to-day operations of the Personnel Services Department. In this at-will capacity, the incumbent exercises judgment and discretion in the administration and direction of personnel policies, procedures, and programs; and carries out the management responsibilities in one or more of the following functional areas: recruitment and selection, Equal Employment Opportunity, salary and benefits administration, risk management, civil service process, training and development, labor relations and organizational matters, including performance evaluations, corrective actions, grievance investigations, negotiation preparation, and workers compensation. The incumbent will plan and coordinate major research or administrative projects; compile and analyze data pertaining to personnel program policies, and issues; and assist in the administration, coordination and development of the department budget. The Assistant Director engages with members of the public and city employees by addressing questions and concerns, delivering accurate information, and effectively resolving sensitive and complex organizational issues and complaints. While the City operates within a Civil Service environment, the ideal candidate will be able to deliver innovative workplace solutions while navigating and adhering to established rules and processes. The Personnel Services Director is seeking a dynamic leader who is innovative, understands current employment laws and regulations, and has the ability to empower employees to accomplish the department goals and mission. The ideal candidate will be an organizational problem solver that can provide positive and proactive solutions, use sound judgment, encompass a high level of commitment to public service, and can demonstrate the ability to work well in a fast paced and demanding environment. Exceptional communication skills, both oral and written, along with a collaborative, team oriented operational style will be essential to success in this role.

Requirements

Extensive, well-rounded HR generalist foundation with professional level experience in many facets of HR.
Ability to confidently navigate the full spectrum of human resources functions while providing strategic leadership.
Background that includes five years of increasingly responsible management experience in personnel administration, risk management, or related field.
Two years at the supervisory level.
Bachelor’s degree in human resources, public or business administration or related field.
Possession of a valid California Driver’s License.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in public administration or related field is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Assists in the planning, direction and organization of the day-to-day operations of the Personnel Services Department.
Exercises judgment and discretion in the administration and direction of personnel policies, procedures, and programs.
Carries out management responsibilities in one or more of the following functional areas: recruitment and selection, Equal Employment Opportunity, salary and benefits administration, risk management, civil service process, training and development, labor relations and organizational matters, including performance evaluations, corrective actions, grievance investigations, negotiation preparation, and workers compensation.
Plans and coordinates major research or administrative projects.
Compiles and analyzes data pertaining to personnel program policies, and issues.
Assists in the administration, coordination and development of the department budget.
Engages with members of the public and city employees by addressing questions and concerns, delivering accurate information, and effectively resolving sensitive and complex organizational issues and complaints.
Delivers innovative workplace solutions while navigating and adhering to established rules and processes.
Empowers employees to accomplish the department goals and mission.
Provides positive and proactive solutions.
Uses sound judgment.
Works well in a fast paced and demanding environment.
Demonstrates exceptional communication skills, both oral and written.
Exhibits a collaborative, team-oriented operational style.

Benefits

City contributes toward the current monthly premium for medical, dental, and vision for employee and dependents.
Flexible Spending Account Program: IRS 125 Plan for health/dependent care.
Auto Allowance: Dependent upon approval of the City Manager, employees in this classification may be provided with an auto allowance of $300 per month.
Deferred Compensation: 457 plan available which allows tax contribution up to IRS determined limits.
Management Leave: 108 hours per fiscal year with cash out provision.
Annual Leave: Accrue 15.50 hours monthly with cash out provision.
Ten (10) City-observed holidays annually, plus birthday and two (2) personal days per year.
Life Insurance: Equal to annual salary; premium paid by City.
Long-Term Disability: City pays premium for 66.66% of monthly salary up to $7,500 per month after 30 days.
Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP): DROP is an optional, voluntary program that allows for retirement benefits deposited in a special savings account within your Retirement System while continuing to work for the City of Fresno. To participate, must be at least age 50 with 5 years of service. Benefits include ownership of DROP account monies; compound interest earnings; and alternative distribution options.
Healthcare Plan
Life Insurance
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Retirement Plans
Paid Time Off