Human Resources Project Manager

San Bernardino County • San Bernardino, CA

14h

About The Position

The Human Resources Project Manager supports HR leadership in transforming the workforce through projects and initiatives. The role focuses on project management, process improvement, and implementation of projects and platforms, such as a human capital management system, employee relations database, and onboarding technologies. The position may also plan and direct special events and support the procurement and selection of sites and vendors.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, project management, or a closely related field, plus two years of qualifying full-time-equivalent project management experience or experience professionally administering human resources programs in a public-sector agency. Travel throughout the County may be required. Applicants must pass a background check and job-related physical exam, which may include a drug test. At hire, the person providing transportation must provide and maintain a valid California Class C driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance. Mileage reimbursement is available at the current IRS rate.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, project management, or a closely related field.
• Two years of full-time-equivalent project management experience with primary responsibility for project oversight and coordination, defining project scope, and developing and meeting project timelines; and/or experience with primary responsibility for professionally administering human resources programs in a public-sector agency.
• Successfully pass a background check and job-related physical exam before employment; the exam may include a drug test.
• At hire, provide and maintain a valid California Class C driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance if providing transportation.

Nice To Haves

• Problem-solving ability and a strong customer service focus.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent planning and organizing skills, including the ability to handle and prioritize multiple assignments and projects.
• Ability to work effectively with internal and external people at various organizational levels.

Responsibilities

• Manage project lifecycles from planning and execution through monitoring and reporting progress to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with HR leadership to identify, prioritize, and carry out strategic HR projects aligned with organizational goals.
• Analyze current HR processes and propose solutions to improve efficiency, employee engagement, and operational excellence.
• Coordinate with IT, HR, and external vendors to support project success.
• Plan, organize, and direct special events.
• Develop and distribute requests for proposals, evaluate proposals, select sites and vendors, review contracts, and assist with negotiations.
• Monitor industry trends for opportunities to develop programs and initiatives supporting efficiency and modernization.
• Develop training materials and resources for implementing new systems and processes.
• Evaluate project outcomes and provide actionable insights and recommendations for continuous improvement.

Benefits

• Job-specific Exempt D level benefits are described in the Summary of Benefits for Exempt Group.
• An alternative Modified Benefits Option (MBO) is available and provides a wage differential.
• Mileage reimbursement at the current IRS rate is available for required travel using a personal vehicle.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level