VP of HR

Berkeley Search Consultants • San Diego, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The San Diego Housing Commission (SDHC) seeks a Vice President of Human Resources to provide strategic leadership and coordination of the Commission’s Human Resources functions. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, this executive-level leader will join the Commission’s leadership team and help advance HR strategies, programs, policies, and services that support the organization’s goals. The Vice President of Human Resources will support an organization of approximately 350 employees and lead a Human Resources team that includes two Program Managers, one Analyst, one HR Technician, and two Benefits team members. This executive will oversee all activities of the Human Resources Department, including recruitment and selection, training and organizational development, classification and compensation, benefits administration, labor relations, employee relations, compliance, and HR data management. This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned HR leader to oversee a full-service HR function in a complex, mission-driven public agency environment. The Vice President will participate in labor contract negotiations, administer employee labor contracts, advise on grievances and disciplinary matters, and support the investigation and resolution of complaints. This leader will also monitor changes in employment laws, regulations, and technology, recommending and implementing policy and procedural changes as needed. The successful candidate will serve as a key liaison with other Commission departments, outside agencies, committees, and task forces, and may present to the Housing Authority, Housing Commission, and other boards and commissions. This position calls for a thoughtful, credible, and hands-on HR executive who can provide sound leadership, build strong relationships, and support the Commission’s workforce and mission.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university in business, or a related field
• Ten (10) years of progressively responsible Human Resources leadership or management experience
• At least five (5) years in a management capacity
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Driver’s License by time of appointment
• Possession of a Human Resources certification from an accredited college or university program

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree (Master’s or Juris Doctor), preferably with coursework in employment or labor law
• Significant experience in labor relations, including collective bargaining and employee relations
• Strong knowledge of California employment law and federal labor regulations
• Experience in public sector, quasi-public, or other highly regulated environments
• Experience leading organizational change or workforce transitions
• Demonstrated ability to operate as both a strategic and hands-on leader
• Experience working in a unionized environment
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills across diverse stakeholder groups

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight of all Human Resources programs, services, and operations
• Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership on workforce strategy, organizational structure, and employee-related matters
• Lead labor relations efforts, including collective bargaining, contract negotiations, and ongoing employee relations matters
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations
• Oversee classification and compensation programs to maintain internal equity and market competitiveness
• Direct benefits administration and evaluate opportunities for program enhancements and cost efficiencies
• Lead organizational development initiatives, including training, leadership development, and workforce planning
• Evaluate and improve HR policies, processes, and systems to enhance operational effectiveness
• Partner cross-functionally, including with Finance, to support payroll strategy and overall organizational alignment
• Build, lead, and develop a high-performing HR team
• Serve as a visible leader across the organization and represent HR in executive, Commission, committee, and stakeholder settings.

Benefits

• 9/80 compressed work schedule (office closed every other Friday)
• 15 paid holidays, including three floating holidays
• Employer-paid pension contribution of 14% of base salary
• 457 tax-deferred savings plan
• Social Security exempt status
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000 annually
• Medical coverage options (Sharp PPO/HMO and Kaiser Permanente HMO)
• Dental and vision coverage
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Health and wellness programs
• Employee rewards and recognition program
• Executive auto allowance

What This Job Offers

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