Vice President of Human Resources

Salary : $154,026.16 - $233,348.96 Annually
Location : San Diego
Job Type: Full-Time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 202500034
Department: Human Resources
Opening Date: 04/10/2026
Closing Date: Continuous


Description

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Department: Human Resources

Benefits include, but are not limited to:

• 9/80 Compressed Work Schedule (office closed every other Friday)
• 15 paid holidays (including 3 floating holidays)
• Employer paid pension contribution of 14% to base salary
• 457 tax-deferred savings plan
• Social security exempt
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000 annually
• Sharp PPO or HMO Plan, Kaiser Permanente HMO Plan,
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible spending account
• Health and wellness perks
• Rewards & Recognition program
• Executive Auto Allowance

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About SDHC

The San Diego Housing Commission (SDHC) is an award-winning public housing agency in the City of San Diego that provides innovative housing assistance programs for households with low income or experiencing homelessness. The San Diego City Council, in its role as the Housing Authority of the City of San Diego, oversees SDHC. SDHC helps pay rent for more than 17,000 households with low income annually; is a leader in collaborative efforts to address homelessness, such as the Community Action Plan on Homelessness for the City of San Diego and SDHC's homelessness initiative, HOUSING FIRST - SAN DIEGO, which has created more than 11,000 housing solutions since November 2014 for people experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness; and creates and preserves affordable rental housing, with more than 23,000 affordable units in service in the City today with SDHC's participation.


About the Department

The Human Resources Department (HR) provides overall policy direction on human resource management issues and administrative support functions related to the management of employees for all Commission departments. The mission of the department is to be a strategic partner by providing Human Resources programs that attract, develop, retain, and engage a skilled and diverse workforce.
About the Position:

The San Diego Housing Commission is seeking a strategic, forward thinking Vice President of Human Resources with robust experience to lead all facets of the agency's HR operations. This role oversees employee relations, compliance, benefits, leave administration, total rewards, labor negotiations and agreements, and partners closely with the Finance Department on integrated payroll strategies.

A critical requirement for this position is exceptional expertise in local, state, and federal labor law compliance, with a proven ability to interpret and apply complex regulatory requirements in a public sector environment.

The ideal candidate will be a hands on, strategic leader who drives organizational effectiveness through strong cross departmental collaboration.

Examples of Essential Job Functions

• Assumes full management responsibility for all Human Resource programs, services, and activities.
• Develops, directs, and coordinates the implementation of goals, objectives, policies, processes, initiatives, procedures, and work standards for the department; establishes, within Commission policy, appropriate budget, service, and staffing levels.
• Manages and participates in the development and administration of the department's annual budget; directs the forecast of additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; directs the monitoring of and approves expenditures; directs and implements adjustments as necessary.
• Develops and standardizes procedures and methods to improve and continuously monitor the efficiency and effectiveness of assigned programs, service delivery methods, and procedures; assesses and monitors workload, administrative, and support systems, and internal reporting relationships; identifies opportunities for improvement.
• Participates in negotiating employee labor contracts; administers contracts; advises staff on employee and labor relations issues, including grievances and disciplinary procedures and actions.
• Participates in the investigation and resolution of discrimination and other complaints; represents the Commission in dealing with State and Federal compliance agencies; works with legal counsel to develop and present the Commission's position for hearings and litigation.
• Maintains and directs the maintenance of working and official human resources databases and files.
• Serves as a liaison for the division with other Commission departments, divisions, and outside agencies; provides staff support to commissions, committees, and task forces; explains and interprets divisional programs, policies, and activities.
• Attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of human resources and other types of public services as they relate to the area of assignment.
• Selects, trains, motivates, and directs department personnel; evaluates and reviews work for acceptability and conformance with department standards, including program and project priorities; works with employees on performance issues; implements discipline and termination procedures; responds to staff questions and concerns.
• Contributes to the overall quality of the department's service by developing, reviewing, and implementing policies and procedures to meet legal requirements and Commission needs; continuously monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; assesses and monitors the distribution of work, support systems, and internal reporting relationships; identifies opportunities for improvement; directs the implementation of change.
• Conducts a variety of departmental, organizational, and operational studies and analysis; recommends modifications to programs, policies and procedures as appropriate.
• Participates in and makes presentations to the Housing Authority, Housing Commission, and a variety of boards and commissions; attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the fields of Human Resources. Maintains and directs the maintenance of working and official departmental files.
• Coordinates and works to resolve employee relations and legal issues including but not limited to litigation, grievances, EEO/DFEH complaints, Department of Labor issues, and collective bargaining matters.
• Monitors changes in laws, regulations, and technology that may affect Commission or departmental operations; implements policy and procedural changes as required to ensure compliance with all federal, state and local employment laws.
• Prepares, reviews, and presents staff reports, various management and information updates, and reports on special projects as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Typical Qualifications
Knowledge of:

• Administrative principles and practices, including goal setting, program development, implementation, and evaluation, and supervision of staff, either directly or through subordinate levels of supervision.
• Budget development and administration, Commission-wide administrative practices, and general principles of risk management related to the functions of the assigned area.
• Organizational and management practices as applied to the analysis and evaluation of projects, programs, policies, procedures, and operational needs.
• Principles, practices, methods, and procedures of Human Resources.
• Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility.
• Principles and practices of employee supervision, including work planning, assignment, review and evaluation, and the training of staff in work procedures.
• Methods and techniques for the development of presentations, business correspondence, and information distribution.
• Research and reporting methods, techniques, and procedures.
• Record keeping principles and procedures.
• Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications related to the work.
• English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation.
• Techniques for effectively representing the Commission in contacts with governmental agencies, community groups, and various business, professional, educational, regulatory, and legislative organizations.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the Commission staff and public.

Ability to:

• Develop and implement goals, objectives, policies, procedures, work standards, and internal controls for the department and assigned program areas.
• Provide administrative and professional leadership and direction for the department and the Commission.
• Prepare and administer budget; allocate limited resources in a cost effective manner.
• Interpret, apply, and ensure compliance with Federal, State, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
• Plan, organize, direct, and coordinate the work of management, supervisory, professional, and technical personnel; delegate authority and responsibility.
• Select, motivate, and evaluate the work of staff and train staff in work procedures.
• Research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods, procedures, and techniques.
• Effectively manage special projects through to completion.
• Conduct effective negotiations and effectively represent the Commission and the department in meetings.
• Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, policies, procedures, and other written materials.
• Conduct complex research projects, evaluate alternatives, make sound recommendations, and prepare effective reports.
• Establish and maintain a variety of filing, record-keeping, and tracking systems.
• Organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner; organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines.
• Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and specialized software applications programs.
• Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Education and Experience:

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university in business, or a related field and ten (10) years of progressively responsible Human Resources leadership or management experience, including at least five (5) years in a management capacity. Master's degree or JD with coursework in employment law preferred.

Supplemental Information

Physical Demands:

Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; to operate a motor vehicle and to visit various Commission and meeting sites; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone. This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing in work areas and walking between work areas may be required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
Environmental Elements:
Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.
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