Director - Human Resources - Santa Barbara, United States - Santa Barbara City College

Description

Salary : $132, $161,325.00 Annually

Location : Santa Barbara, CA

Job Type: Classified Manager

Job Number: 123

Department: Human Resources Operations

Opening Date: 04/05/2024

Closing Date: 4/30/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

Basic Functions

BASIC FUNCTIONS:

Under the direction of the Vice President-Human Resources & Legal Affairs, plan, organize, control and direct classified human resources operations and activities including labor relations, employee benefits, recruitment, classification and compensation functions; coordinate and direct staff, programs, record-keeping, communications and information to meet the classified personnel needs of the College and assure smooth and efficient activities; supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel.

SALARY & PERSONNEL BENEFITS: The current salary range for the Director, Human Resources position is Salary Table 30, Range 158, $132,452 - $149,831 per year, plus an earned doctoral bonus of $3, This position will increase one step each year and has the potential to reach the current maximum step of $161,325. Starting salary is commensurate with directly related and paid full-time experience. In addition to salary, each full-time employee participates in a "cafeteria-style" Health & Welfare Benefits Programs.
Representative Duties

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Plan, organize, control and direct classified human resources operations and activities including labor relations, employee benefits, recruitment, classification and compensation functions; assure personnel activities comply with established personnel standards, policies and procedures.

Coordinate and direct staff, programs, record-keeping, communications and information to meet the classified personnel needs and assure smooth and efficient activities; assure proper and timely resolution of a variety of personnel issues and conflicts with discretion and confidentiality.

Supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel; interview and select employees and recommend transfers, reassignment, termination and disciplinary actions; assign employee duties and review work to assure compliance with established standards, requirements and procedures.

Provide consultation to administrators, staff, the public and others concerning classified human resources operations, standards, requirements, practices and procedures; respond to inquiries, resolve issues and conflicts and provide technical information concerning labor relations, recruitment, evaluations, benefits, contracts and personnel guidelines, laws, regulations and policies.

Confer and collaborate with employees, supervisors, administrators, employee groups and others in meeting needs and resolving grievances, appeals and other employee relations issues and problems; direct the preparation, processing and distribution of departmental forms and correspondence.

Plan, organize and direct the recruitment, interviewing, selection and placement of personnel; prepare announcements for job openings; place advertisements in various media including newspapers and the internet; coordinate the processing and orientation of new employees.

Research, interpret, analyze and provide technical assistance to other concerning the Ed code, employee group agreements and related laws; participate in the development and implementation of classified human resources programs, services, policies and procedures.

Direct and participate in the screening of employee applications to assure candidates meet minimum qualifications; oversee and participate in the conducting of interviews to determine eligibility of candidates; direct and participate in the analysis and accepting or rejecting of job applicants.

Coordinate employee benefits programs and activities to assure eligible employees receive appropriate insurance, leave and other related compensation; confer with staff and insurance providers to align benefits with employee needs and resolve discrepancies as needed.

Direct and participate in the preparation and maintenance of a variety of records, reports and files related to employees, benefits, recruitment, compensations, job openings and assigned activities.

Provide technical information and assistance in matters related to collective bargaining as directed; assure classified personnel functions comply with collective bargaining agreements.

Plan, organize and conduct classification, reclassification, salary and other personnel studies as requested; compile and analyze related information and statistical data; prepare and revise job descriptions, and provide salary recommendations as necessary.

Monitor and evaluate personnel activities for financial effectiveness and operational efficiency; participate in the development and implementation of policies, procedures and programs to enhance the financial effectiveness and operational efficiency of human resources activities.

Participate in the development of the annual preliminary Human Resources budget; analyze and review budgetary and financial data; control and authorize expenditures in accordance with established limitations.

Provide technical information and assistance to the Vice President-Human Resource regarding personnel activities, needs and issues; assist in the formulation and development of policies, procedures and programs.

Communicate with administrators, personnel and outside organizations to exchange information, coordinate activities and programs and resolve issues or concerns.

Operate a variety of office equipment including a computer and assigned software; drive a vehicle to conduct work; oversee and participate in the development and maintenance of the human resources database including automated employee records and files.

Attend and conduct various meetings as assigned; prepare and distribute agenda items as directed; attend and participate in various committees.

Serve as the Vice President-Human Resources in the absence of the administrator as directed.

OTHER DUTIES:
Perform related duties as assigned.
Education and Experience

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination equivalent to: bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration or related field and five years increasingly responsible human resources experience including work with labor relations, recruitment, classification and compensation functions.

Combination of education and other accomplishments that is equivalent to the above. (If claiming equivalency, attach a separate statement that presents the basis for this claim and submit supporting evidence, e.g., transcripts, publications, and other work products.)

Demonstrated commitment to equity-focused leadership, responsiveness, and sensitivity, to every aspect of human diversity and actively promotes an inclusive educational and working environment.

If the title of your degree as stated on your transcripts does not exactly match one of the degree titles listed in the minimum qualifications, you must complete an equivalency statement and attach it in the "Equivalency field" under the documents needed to apply. Degree titles that are not an exact match will not be considered outside of the equivalency process.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience working in community college settings or K-12 educational environment.
  
• Experience in academic human resources functions including recruitment, assessing of minimum qualifications, and principles of human resources in the area of faculty recruitment and retention.
  
• HR Certification from SHRM or HRCI
  
• Demonstrated commitment to valuing and promoting diversity, equity, inclusion and anti-racism.
  
• Experience working with unions, managers and staff with understanding and adhering to collective bargaining agreements
  
• Strong presentation skills
  
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality at all times, handle sensitive personnel matters, and respond to employee and public personnel inquiries with sensitivity, tact and diplomacy.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Valid California driver's license.
Knowledge and Abilities

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF:
Planning, organization and direction of classified human resources operations and activities including labor relations, employee benefits, recruitment, classification and compensation functions.
Principles, techniques, procedures and terminology involved in the recruitment, selection, processing, orientation and compensation of classified employees.
Common occupations and their requirements.
Principles and techniques of labor relations and collective bargaining.
Bargaining unit contracts, employee benefit packages and salary schedules.
California Ed code and Title V requirements relating to personnel activities.
Policies and objectives of assigned programs and activities.
College organization, operations, policies and objectives.
Budget preparation and control.
Oral and written communication skills.
Principles and practices of administration, supervision and training.
Applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
Operation of a computer and assigned software.

ABILITY TO:
Plan, organize, control and direct classified human resources operations and activities including labor relations, employee benefits, recruitment, classification and compensation functions.
Coordinate and direct staff, programs, record-keeping, communications and information to meet the classified personnel needs of the College and assure smooth and efficient activities.
Supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel.
Provide consultation to administrators, staff, the public and others concerning classified human resources operations, standards, requirements, practices and procedures.
Plan, organize and conduct classification, reclassification, salary and other personnel studies.
Direct and participate in the recruitment, interviewing, selection and placement of personnel.
Assure proper and timely resolution of personnel issues and conflicts with discretion and confidentiality.
Provide technical information and assistance in matters related to collective bargaining. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Interpret, apply and explain laws, codes, 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 reports.
Direct the maintenance of a variety of reports, records and files related to assigned activities.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

ENVIRONMENT:
Office environment.
Driving a vehicle to conduct work.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard.
Seeing to read a variety of materials.
Sitting for extended periods of time.
Hearing and speaking to exchange information and make presentations.

• The District offers a cafeteria style plan in which employees are given a district allowance and may choose from a number of medical and dental plans. Life and income protection insurances are also available.
• Vacation days (based on assigned hours) are earned and accumulated on a monthly basis.
• Sick leave is earned at the rate of one day (based on the number of assigned hours) per month, and is accumulative from year to year.
• Credit Union: The Santa Barbara Teachers Federal Credit Union offers a variety of services.
• Retirement: Employees, who work 20 or more hours per week, are covered by the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), Social Security, and Medicare.
• Coastal Housing Partnership: home buying educational seminars, mortgage refinance benefits, and rental assistance programs available to full-time staff and faculty.
• Employee Assistance Program: provides confidential counseling and referral services for job-related or personal problems to employees, dependents and household members.

Eligibility for the benefits below are dependent on job classification:

• Degree differential for employees who have degrees above required minimum qualifications (upon receipt of official transcripts).
• Bilingual differential (English/Spanish)
• Holidays: 17 holidays per year.

To learn more details,

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What does it mean for you to have a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion? How have you demonstrated that commitment? How would you see yourself demonstrating your commitment in this position at Santa Barbara City College?

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Please describe your experience with preparing and delivering presentations.

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