Human Resources Manager (At-Will)

THE POSITION

The Human Resources Manager is an at‑will “working manager” position reporting directly to the Director of Human Resources & Risk Management. Under general direction, this position plans, manages and performs advanced‑level professional human resources and risk management program/service delivery for the City. The Human Resources Manager provides responsible support to the Human Resources Director to accomplish department goals and objectives as well as formulating and overseeing the execution of operational objectives as outlined in the City Strategic Plan. Technologies utilized by the department include Eden, NeoGov Insight, Laserfiche, Monday.com, OpenGov, Granicus, KnowBe4 and CivicClerk. The City is currently replacing the Eden Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) with Tyler Munis EERP which is expected to be completed this year.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate will be a generalist with depth of technical knowledge in employee and labor relations, employment, labor and retirement laws, benefits administration, recruitment and selection, classification and compensation, and risk management. He/she will possess a high degree of emotional intelligence, political astuteness and the ability to build effective working relationships with labor associations, supervisors, managers and city committees. The ideal candidate will be an excellent communicator, very skilled at process improvement and time management with a proven record of bringing projects to completion. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent writing and research skills and will display an innovative approach to problem solving.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The salary for this position is $10,070 to $14,787 per month with placement in the range dependent on qualifications. The Human Resources Manager is a full‑time at‑will position in the City’s Management and Confidential Group with the following benefits package: 9/80 or 4/10 Work Schedule: fully on‑site with no remote work options. Retirement: California Public Employee Retirement System (CalPERS) plan with matching formulas and contributions as described. Social Security & Medicare: City matches employee contributions of 6.2% for Social Security and 1.45% for Medicare. Health Benefits: CalPERS medical, MetLife Dental and VSP plans are offered. Monthly contribution of $1,850 (including flex dollars) provided. Retiree Medical: Eligible employees receive PEMHCA amount plus City contribution. Voluntary Binding Arbitration: $10,000 payment. Leave Benefits: Vacation and sick leave accrual schedules as listed. Administrative Leave: Up to 56 hours per calendar year. Holidays: Twelve paid holidays including one floating holiday added to your leave bank each year. Cell Phone: City phone provided. Life Insurance: City paid policy of $50,000. Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts: Optional participation. Section 457 Deferred Compensation Plan: Optional participation in Mission Square plan.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Develops and administers administrative policies and procedures for human resources management and risk management; ensures appropriate data and files are maintained for employee and payroll records; prepares or oversees preparation of contracts, statistical reports and other documentation related to human resources and risk management; develops and implements effective recruitment and retention programs; facilitates organizational communication between and among departments, programs and functions regarding human resource matters. Manages the recruitment and selection program for the City; conducts classification and compensation studies of existing and proposed positions and classes; provides for and/or conducts staff development; reviews, submits and manages unemployment insurance claims and manages the City’s safety and workers compensation program. Confers with and advises department staff and City employees by providing advice, problem solving assistance, answers to questions and interpretation of Personnel Rules and Regulations, MOU and other related provisions. Responds to program administration questions, ensuring necessary follow‑up occurs; provides assistance and direction to management regarding employee discipline and grievance processes; serves as liaison with the community, professional groups and other external contacts and resources for the City. Provides technical assistance and support to the Chief Negotiator and members of the management team during MOU negotiations; develops costing criteria and data and prepares material for negotiation meetings and executive sessions. Assists in the preparation and administration of the department budget; conducts a variety of special studies and projects regarding sensitive personnel management issues and problems, analyzes data and develops/recommends resolutions; writes reports; assigns, schedules and reviews work of other department staff. Assists City managers and supervisors in the application of all aspects of supervision including recruitment and selection and performance evaluation; assists with corrective and/or disciplinary actions, grievances and complaints according to City policy, procedures and best practices in human resource management. Recruits, hires, schedules, assigns, monitors and evaluates staff; provides for and/or conducts staff development; establishes work methods and standards; initiates corrective and/or disciplinary action and responds to grievances and complaints according to established personnel policies and procedures and relevant MOUs.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS

Knowledge of: Principles, practices and policies of public personnel administration, including job classification, pay and benefits, recruitment and selection, and training and labor relations. Risk management and safety practices. Organization and operations of municipal government. Principles and practices of effective leadership, management and supervision. Project management principles and practices. Skill in: Performing public personnel administration, including job classification, pay and benefits, recruitment and selection, and training and labor relations functions. Managing risk management and safety programs. Project/program development, implementation, operations and evaluation. Preparing statistical reports. Analyzing, evaluating and recommending improvements to department operations, programs and services. Managing, developing, motivating and evaluating professional and support staff. Conducting research and preparing clear, concise and comprehensive reports. Understanding and applying complex regulations, procedures and guidelines. Communicating effectively orally and in writing. Using personal computers and office software in a Windows‑based operating environment. Working under pressure, handling significant problems and tasks that arise simultaneously and/or unexpectedly. Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other City employees, and the public.

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience: Five (5) years of professional level human resource management and development experience including two (2) years of supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, Industrial Relations, Public Administration, Business Administration or a closely related field.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position may require weekends, evenings, and extended hours. In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, employees may be called in as disaster service workers and expected to respond accordingly. The City of El Segundo is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to supporting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives to build and sustain an environment that values diversity, welcomes opportunities to engage and understand others, and fosters a sense of belonging. #J-18808-Ljbffr City of El Segundo