Classified Human Resources Manager

Montebello Unified School District•Montebello, CA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

This is an Open Competitive recruitment to create an eligibility list for one (1) current vacancy. Incumbents in this classification perform technical duties that require specialized subject matter expertise in principles and techniques associated with Human Resources Management, including research and analysis, job analysis and employment examination development, public administration and analysis. Incumbent is expected to work eight (8) hours a day, five (5) days a week, and twelve (12) months a year. Duration of eligibility list: Successful candidates will be placed on the eligibility list that will remain valid for six months from the date of approval by the Personnel Commission. GENERAL PURPOSE Under direction of the Director of Classified Human Resources, manages, oversees, and supervises staff assigned to the Classified Human Resources and Personnel Commission functions. With limited supervision, performs analytical and technical analytical work relating to employee recruitment, selection, classification compensation, training, rules, and enforces personnel commission rules and regulations governing employment services; answers all inquiries from District Administration in consultation with Director of Classified Human Resources; and, as assigned, performs related duties. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS Incumbents in this class perform complex, technical duties that require specialized subject matter expertise in principles and techniques associated with Human Resources Management, including research and analysis, job analysis and employment examination development, public administration and analysis. Incumbents have direct technical supervisory responsibility over support staff; report to the Director of Classified Human Resources and may perform the duties of the Director in the event of the Director's absence. Incumbents in this classification act with a high level of independence and provide advice and counsel to District administrators, staff, applicants and the general public.

Requirements

Knowledge of principles and practices used in the development and administration of positions classification and compensation plans.
Knowledge of Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and California Wage Orders.
Knowledge of Cal/OSHA mandates pertaining to health and safety in the workplace.
Knowledge of principles and practices used in employment exam development and validation.
Knowledge of job analysis methodologies.
Knowledge of correct English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.
Knowledge of Merit System Provisions of the Education Code, and public human resources law.
Knowledge of job audit procedures.
Knowledge of recruitment strategies and sources.
Knowledge of basic statistics.
Knowledge of principles of staff training and development.
Knowledge of Federal, State and local laws, guidelines and court decisions governing public employment practices.
Knowledge of Personnel Commission and Board of Education policies, rules and structure.
Knowledge of employee diversity principles.
Knowledge of salary survey techniques.
Knowledge of laws and regulations, including PERB rulings, pertaining to public employee unions and associations.
Ability to use computers and computer software that is related to human resources work.
Ability to effectively organize and prioritize workload under the pressure of multiple projects and deadlines.
Ability to write clear, concise reports and other materials, in accordance with professional business writing methods and standards.
Ability to deliver oral presentations, proposals and recommendations clearly, logically and persuasively.
Ability to understand and explain merit principles, rules, laws and guidelines and general procedures.
Ability to perform complex analytical work.
Ability to analyze and resolve problems in the areas of classification, compensation and employee selection.
Ability to supervise and evaluate the work of subordinate staff.
Ability to provide guidance and training to staff.
Ability to listen effectively, establish and maintain effective working relationships with administrators, co-workers, employees, candidates and members of the public.
Ability to understand the concepts of diversity in the workplace.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of information.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to make sound decisions and show accountability for actions taken.
Ability to demonstrate flexibility by considering alternative solutions and/or being receptive to change where appropriate.
Ability to demonstrate initiative when making decisions and recommendations.
Ability to demonstrate effective customer service skills.
Ability to exercise tact and diplomacy in dealing with sensitive, complex and confidential issues; and resolve conflicts.
Ability to work variable hours, including weekends.
Ability to be service and team oriented.
Ability to compile, tabulate, analyze and compute data accurately.
Ability to read, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
A bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in either Human Resources, Business Administration, Educational Administration, Public Administration, Psychology, Sociology, or Behavioral Sciences, or a related field; and Five (5) years of public sector human resources experience, including two (2) years of supervisory or management experience.
A master’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in either Human Resources, Business Administration, Educational Administration, Public Administration, Psychology, Sociology, or Behavioral Sciences, or a related field; and Three (3) years of public sector human resources experience, including one (1) year of supervisory or management experience.
For each of the above two options, work experience in a position in a public or private school district or public entity that generally involved some human resources knowledge or tasks (such as a district office or school administrator, executive assistant, school secretary, or other supervisor) may be substituted for the required experience on a two-year-to-one-year basis and work experience on the Personnel Commission staff or as a Commissioner on a Personnel Commission in a California merit system school district may be substituted for the required experience on a year to year basis.
A valid California Driver License.
Proof of insurability.
Use of private transportation.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a K-12 unified school district and/or a merit school district and serving in a diverse community is highly desirable.
Ability to speak Spanish is highly desirable.
CSPCA Merit System Academy Certificate is desirable.
School Action for Safety and Health (SASH) Certification is desirable.

Responsibilities

Assists the Director in planning, organizing, controlling, integrating and evaluating staff; assists in development, implementation, and monitoring of work plans to accomplish objectives; measures department and employee performance; monitors budget, tracks expenses, and provides details; assists in staff management including plans, evaluations, alerts, cautions, and warnings; mitigates, moderates, and recommends disciplinary action when appropriate; follows rules and contract obligations; and, supervises job analysis studies.
Supervises and evaluates staff pursuant to performance standards and professional development; monitors, coaches, instructs staff, and notes exceptional performance to Director and Personnel Commission; and, assists and recommends evaluations and disciplinary actions in accordance with policies, rules, and contract obligations.
Follows direction and works with district administrators, directors, managers, and classified personnel to develop and retain competent personnel through the recruitment and selection process to support District objectives and to report concerns and violations regarding rules and procedures; and, composes correspondence, memoranda, and reports.
Assists Director in ensuring compliance with laws, regulations, and Merit System.
Assists the Personnel Commission and Director with the distinction between classification, compensation, recruitment, eligibility, and selection as core commission functions as separate from District employment processing and retention in conformity with applicable laws, regulations, rules, policies, and contract obligations; presents factual and legal issues for review and scrutiny; and, ensures compliance with the Merit System.
Assists the Director and guides the subordinate staff with use of technology to support both recruitment, applicant tracking, examination, scoring, eligibility, statistical analyses, and employment processing.
Provides information regarding rules and violations; reports, recommends and suggests modifications; assists Director to provide advice and counsel to the Personnel Commission and District administrators; and, coordinates with the District Finance and Procurement departments to process expenses, purchases, and other budget related items.
Assists in providing background information supporting action items on agendas; ensures accuracy of minutes, personnel records, and documentation; and, may certify documents.
Provides support in the absence of the Director of Classified Human Resources.
Monitors, oversees, and supervises the development and implementation of classification and compensation studies and general personnel reports related to employee processing.
Provides support to Personnel Commission and Director in providing direction and guidance throughout the District.
Provides statistical reports and coordinates with Risk Management to share information with Director regarding safety and training programs and statistics.
Responsible for the maintenance and security of employee files and personnel records.
Assists and supervises probationary status for classified employees, provides documents to District administrators, and ensures authenticity and retention of documents.
Provides support to the Director in enforcement of the Merit System; and, monitors journals and explores avenues to expand recruitment and selection and improve human resources processing.
Provides back up data and information for inclusion in the annual report from recruitment and selection and employee processing.
Reviews initial appointments, including provisional, and transfer requests; and, ensures accuracy and compliance.
Provides classification and compensation information to Director and responds to any other requests relating to bargaining unit negotiations.
Compiles and supervises transfer lists and makes recommendations.
Assists in maintaining seniority lists and ensuring accuracy; and, supervises layoff and reemployment procedures.
Participates in review of conviction records and makes recommendations based on existing law.
Assists in the notice, preparation, conduct, and deliberations related to hearings and appeals.
Assists in checking qualifications of Personnel Commission applicants and ensures process is correctly followed.
Prepare factual and legal memoranda for further action or inquiry; and, assists in investigations as required.
Cooperates with certificated personnel management team on a variety of projects, including cross-training for assigned personnel and allocation of resources to meet the District needs.
As assigned, performs related duties.