Head of Recruiting & HR

Job Description

Position Overview
Ultimate Staffing is actively seeking an experienced HR Manager to join a dynamic team in Los Altos, California. The HR Manager will be instrumental in leading strategic HR initiatives and shaping citywide policies, fostering an environment that prioritizes employee well-being and development. This role is a fantastic opportunity for a forward-thinking HR professional to make a significant impact within a vibrant organizational community.
Responsibilities

Support the HR Director in executing the City's HR strategy and serve as Acting Director as needed.
Provide supervision and guidance to HR staff, consultants, and cross-departmental project teams.
Lead process improvements and ensure HR operations are efficient, compliant, and responsive.
Develop and implement a competency-based recruitment model to enhance the quality, consistency, and fairness of hiring decisions.
Oversee end-to-end recruitment and selection processes, including workforce planning, job analysis, interview design, and selection procedures.
Design and launch a comprehensive performance evaluation system based on clear competencies and organizational goals.
Train managers on delivering feedback, setting expectations, and conducting performance conversations that promote accountability and growth.
Lead the City's employee training and development strategy, including the creation of leadership programs, skill-based training, and compliance education.
Oversee the new employee onboarding program, ensuring a positive and engaging experience that supports early success and long-term retention.
Provide expert guidance on employee relations, labor relations, classification and compensation, benefits, and HR policies.
Qualifications

A strategic mindset with the ability to execute and lead operationally.
Demonstrated success managing organizational development and talent management projects.
Knowledge of public sector HR practices, labor laws, and workforce trends.
Exceptional communication, collaboration, and coaching skills.
A passion for employee development, engagement, and equity.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Human Resources, Public Administration, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a closely related field.
Experience: At least five (5) years of progressively responsible HR experience, including two (2) years in management capacity. Public sector experience and background in competency-based HR practices is strongly preferred.
Licenses/Certifications: Professional certification such as PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP is highly desirable.
Required Work Hours
Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Benefits
The HR Manager position offers a competitive pay range of $81.5 to $99 per hour, reflecting the supervisory nature of the role and the value placed on experienced leadership.
Additional Details
This job is a supervisory position, offering the chance to work directly with the HR Director and contribute to the development of a high-performing, people-first organization.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.

Job Reference: JN -072026-425454