Human Resources Manager (HR GENERALIST 4)

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Under the direction of the VMTH Hospital Administrator, provides high level Human Resources consultation, analysis, advice, planning, and management in the areas of employee and labor relations, organizational development and change management, and the fiscal impacts/business plans involving of any proposed personnel changes. Oversees payroll, benefits and personnel functions in compliance with UCOP, UCD, and VMTH policies. Provides management advisement regarding collective bargaining mandates, VMTH administrative guidelines, and VMTH programs. Serves as a direct resource to supervisors and senior managers with regard to human resource law, University policy and collective bargaining agreements. Acts as a VMTH liaison to the campus Employee and Labor Relations office. Provides to Directors and supervisors information, interpretation, and recommendations related to staff collective bargaining agreements. Provides oversight and monitoring of VMTH staff development for mandatory training to remain in compliance with California and Federal Labor laws, University employment policies and VMTH staff requirements.

RECRUITMENT PERIOD ONE MONTH: Applicants will be screened on a weekly basis. The position can be filled prior to the apply by date.

Apply By Date

06/23/2026 by 11:59 pm

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

• Bachelor's degree in related area and /or equivalent experience and / or training.
• Experience with employee and labor relations in a union environment and negotiating complex HR issues.
• Experience implementing effective HR management, organizational development, change management, and staff development/training.
• Experience with analysis, interpretation and implementation of personnel policy and procedure, collective bargaining agreements and employment law, state and federal law, advising management and managing sensitive employee and labor relations issues.
• Experience recognizing and handling difficult/unpleasant situations and/or individuals, including distraught/agitated employees, and act as a conciliator and mediator to resolve conflict.
• Skill to develop effective working relationships with managers, supervisors, campus HR and other campus units.
• Skills to communicate in written form to address personnel issues.
• Skills to develop training programs, make presentations and conduct training to individuals and groups.

Preferred Qualifications

• HR experience within the University of California system, including knowledge of University bargaining unit agreements/contracts.
• Significant experience dealing with unions and progressive discipline.
• Experience in a veterinary or human hospital setting.
• HR credentials as a PHR, SHRM-CP or other comparable advanced HR qualifications.

Key Responsibilities

• 60% - Employee & Labor Relations Management and Analysis
• 20% - Organizational Development Advising
• 10% - Supervision and Office Oversight
• 10% - Training Oversight and Management

Department Overview

VMTH is comprised of approximately 330 FTEs that include managers and supervisors, senior professionals, professionals and support staff, and 103 residents and interns. Staffs are represented by CX, EX, HX, TX, RX and SX bargaining units.

Want to be part of the most innovative veterinary team in the country? We are looking for a Human Resources Manager to work alongside our world leading faculty clinicians and technicians, helping them teach the next generation of veterinarians while also serving the animals and pet owners of our community.

As part of the top ranked UC Davis Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital team, our supervisors are provided with the following benefits:

PERSONAL LEAVE

• Vacation - earn (3) three weeks per year!
• 14 paid Holidays annually
• Sick Leave - eligible to earn up to 8 hours per month (no maximum)

COMPENSATION

• Competitive pay

CE & Other BENEFITS

• $1,500 Continuing Education annual allowance
• 80 hours Paid CE annually (pro-rated based on appointment %)
• Wellness and on-site Employee Assistance Program

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $94 , 700.00 - $177 , 300.00
• Salary Frequency: Annual
• Salary Grade: Grade 24
• UC Job Title: HR GENERALIST 4
• UC Job Code: 007597
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100% Fixed
• Shift (Work Schedule): Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm
• Location: Davis, Ca
• Union Representation: 99 - Non-Represented (PPSM)
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is hybrid (mix of on-site and remote work)

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page.

If you are represented by a union, benefits are negotiated between the University of California (UC) and your union and finalized in a contract. Read your bargaining unit's employment contract, stay abreast of current negotiations and learn about collective bargaining at UC:

• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
• Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
• Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
• Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here

Physical Demands

• Standing - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Walking - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Bending/Stooping - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Twisting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Mental Demands

• Sustained attention and concentration - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Complex problem solving/reasoning - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Ability to organize & prioritize - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Communication skills - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Numerical skills - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Constant Interaction - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Customer/Patient Contact - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Work Environment

UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.

Work hours as needed to complete projects and meet deadlines. Work requires flexibility in hours to meet needs of a 24/7/365 staff. Maintain and manage confidential and sensitive information.

Special Requirements - Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position

• This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding invo

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Job Industries

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