Chief Human Resources Officer

Salary : $145,704.00 - $163,966.40 Annually
Location : Eureka - Main Campus
Job Type: Administrator
Job Number: 27-75
Department: Human Resources
Opening Date: 08/31/2026
Closing Date: 9/14/2026 5:00 PM Pacific


Summary
Under the administrative direction of the President/Superintendent, serves as the District's Chief Human Resources Officer responsible for the leadership, planning, organization, and administration of the District's Human Resources, Payroll, Equal Employment Opportunity, and organizational development functions. As a member of the President's Cabinet and Executive Leadership Team, the Chief Human Resources Officer provides strategic leadership and consultation on workforce planning, labor relations, employee development, classification and compensation, employment compliance, integrated institutional planning, and organizational effectiveness.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides executive leadership and strategic direction for the District's Human Resources and Payroll functions.
• Serves as a member of the President's Cabinet and Executive Leadership Team, providing leadership in integrated institutional planning, policy development, strategic initiatives, and organizational effectiveness.
• Provides strategic leadership for recruitment, selection, employee engagement, professional development, retention, succession planning, compensation, benefits, labor relations, and workplace culture.
• Serves as the District's chief labor relations administrator and participating negotiator with collective bargaining units.
• Provides executive oversight for employee relations, workplace investigations, disciplinary matters, grievances, conflict resolution, and performance management.
• Directs the District's Equal Employment Opportunity, employment compliance, ADA/FEHA, and other employment-related compliance programs.
• Leads the District's classification and compensation programs, including organizational design, salary administration, and internal equity initiatives.
• Ensures that the District maintains a safe, respectful, and nondiscriminatory work environment.
• Develops, recommends, and administers Board policies, administrative procedures, and Human Resources and Payroll practices.
• Oversees departmental budgets, personnel planning, and resource allocation in support of District priorities.
• Represents the District before external agencies, professional organizations, and community partners on Human Resources and employment-related matters.
• Promotes a culture of collaboration, accountability, equity, continuous improvement, and exceptional customer service.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Knowledge and Skills

• Advanced knowledge of human resources management, organizational development, and public-sector employment practices.
• Knowledge of California Community College laws, regulations, collective bargaining, shared governance, and employment compliance, including Education Code, Title 5, EERA, PERB, EEO, ADA/FEHA, PERL, and related employment laws.
• Knowledge of labor relations, employee relations, workplace investigations, classification and compensation, and performance management.
• Knowledge of payroll administration, HRIS, personnel records management, benefits administration, retirement reporting, and integrated business systems.
• Knowledge of strategic planning, organizational effectiveness, workforce planning, leadership development, and change management.
• Knowledge of budget development, fiscal management, policy development, data analysis, and institutional planning.
• Demonstrated leadership, communication, collaboration, negotiation, and relationship-building skills necessary to work effectively with the Board of Trustees, executive leadership, employees, bargaining units, governmental agencies, and community partners.

Physical Abilities

• Hearing and speaking to communicate effectively, exchange information, facilitate meetings, and deliver presentations.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate computers and standard office equipment.
• Visual acuity to read, prepare, and review reports, correspondence, payroll records, and other written materials.
• Ability to travel between District locations and attend meetings, including evening Board meetings, negotiations, and other District functions as required.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree required, master's degree preferred in human resources, labor relations, or a related field.
• Minium of two (2) years related and recent leadership experience in a Human Resources position with Title IX and negotiations experience. Experience in a higher education environment is preferred.
• Six (6) years of progressively responsible professional or management experience in any combination of human resources, payroll, labor relations, employee relations, classification and compensation, or related area.
• At least two (2) years of direct experience conducting or coordinating internal reviews, investigations, grievances, complaint processes, conduct matters, disciplinary actions, appeals, or related resolution processes.

• Experience working in a human resources department or advising supervisors and employees on performance management, workplace concerns, investigations, grievances, or disciplinary processes.

• Demonstrated experience in strategic planning, personnel administration, labor relations, investigations, classification and compensation, employment compliance, and supervision of professional and administrative staff.
• Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and employees.

Licenses and Certificates

A Valid CA Driver's license.
Note: Non-U.S. citizens who cannot provide evidence of authorization to work in the U.S. are ineligible for this position. The Redwoods Community College District does not sponsor non-U.S. citizens to work in the U.S.

Equal Employment Opportunity / Non-Discrimination Statement

The Redwoods Community College District is committed to equal employment opportunity and to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and equitable educational and work environment. The Governing Board supports the intent of the California Legislature to ensure that community colleges build a climate of acceptance and inclusion and that employment opportunities are equalized for all individuals.

It is the policy of College of the Redwoods not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, or sexual orientation in its educational programs and its employment practices.

Position requires sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

College of the Redwoods is committed to equal employment opportunity in its employment and encourages applications from underrepresented group members.
ADA Accommodation Notice

Applicants and nominees who believe they are covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and require accommodation during any part of the interview or selection process must submit a written request with documentation at least five business days prior to the date of need of the accommodation via e-mail to: College of the Redwoods Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io.
APPLICATION PROCESS:

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It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. Applications will be rejected if incomplete.

Please be aware, the District does not reimburse for expenses related to the recruitment process. unless otherwise noted.

All applicants for faculty and academic administrators must meet the minimum qualifications for the discipline as specified in Minimum Qualifications for Faculty and Administrators in California Community Colleges, published by the Board of Governors of the California Community Colleges. All degrees and credits earned in fulfillment of minimum requirements must be from accredited institutions. Faculty applicants who do not meet the minimum stated educational qualifications may apply for equivalency.

FOREIGN DEGREE HOLDERS

For positions requiring a degree, all foreign degree credentials must be evaluated by a third party to determine the equivalent U.S. degree and major, and the Foreign Credential Evaluation must be attached to your application before your application will be considered. Not attaching your Foreign Credential Evaluation will render your application incomplete. Evaluations should provide the name of the institution attended, a description of your credentials, the major field of study, and the U.S. equivalent for each credential. For a list of evaluating agencies, visit the State of California Commission on Teacher Credentialing . Note: Even if you obtained your graduate degree(s) in the U.S., you must attach a Foreign Credential Evaluation for your undergraduate degree if it was obtained outside the U.S.

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We're proud to offer our full-time employees (1,640-2,080 annual hours) a comprehensive, district-paid benefits package that supports both professional and personal well-being. Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your eligible dependents
• CalPERS/CalSTRS retirement to help you plan for the future
• Flexible spending accounts to make your healthcare dollars go further
• Life insurance & long-term disability coverage for added peace of mind
• Paid time off including holidays, vacation, and sick leave

Part-time employees (1,040-1,639 annual hours) also enjoy these benefits on a pro-rated basis.

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Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations, or a related field? (Note: A Master's degree and higher education experience are preferred, rather than required.)

• Yes
• No

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Do you have at least six (6) years of progressively responsible professional or management experience in Human Resources, payroll, labor relations, employee relations, classification and compensation, or a related area?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have at least two (2) years of recent HR leadership experience, including Title IX and negotiations?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have at least two (2) years of experience conducting or coordinating investigations, grievances, complaints, disciplinary actions, appeals, or related resolution processes?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have experience advising supervisors and employees on performance management, workplace concerns, investigations, grievances, or disciplinary matters?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have experience in strategic planning, labor relations, employment compliance, classification and compensation, investigations, and supervising professional or administrative staff?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have experience working with and supporting individuals from diverse backgrounds in a higher education or community college environment?

• Yes
• No

Required Question