Head of Recruiting & HR

Human Resources Manager

City of Rosemead invites your interest for the position of Human Resources Manager. The City of Rosemead offers an outstanding career opportunity for an innovative, knowledgeable, and dedicated professional to develop, plan, and manage the programs and activities of the Human Resources Division. The ideal candidate will be well-versed in recruitment, onboarding, classification and compensation, labor relations, among other areas of expertise, and has tangible experience with federal and state laws and regulations, in the areas of Human Resources.

Required Application Materials: Completed City of Rosemead employment application, cover letter, and resume are required. Failure to include a cover letter and resume with your completed application, may be subject to disqualification from the recruitment and selection process.

How To Apply: For an opportunity to work for an outstanding, dynamic, and progressive City committed to public service and quality programs, please visit our website and apply online. The examination process will consist of a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on a review of the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire; therefore, it is to your advantage to provide as much detailed and relevant work experience. A resume will not be accepted or reviewed in-lieu of the required application materials. Recruitment Schedule Application Deadline: Wednesday, November 25th, 2026 **All dates are subject to change at the discretion of Human Resources. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and may close at any time with or without prior notice**

Under general direction of the City Manager or his/her designee, plans, organizes, oversees, coordinates, and manages the staff and operations of the Human Resources Division; Essential Functions: As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. Manages the Human Resources Division (HR) to achieve the City's customer service and team orientation goals; provides leadership and guidance to assure that HR policies are consistent with City guidelines and regulatory compliance requirements; exercises independent judgment within broad policy guidelines; Manages all HR functions and activities, including recruitment & selection, employee & labor relations, classification & compensation, training & development, benefits & claims administration, organizational development, and worker's compensation; develops and implements personnel policy updates, and develops recommendations for HR policy and procedural improvements.

Evaluates HR programs, services, and activities to assure that appropriate services are provided; prepares and presents staff reports of HR activities.

Provides advice and consultation to management on dispute resolution, performance issues, and the interpretation and application of City policies and procedures; mediates employee relations issues and disciplinary actions, while exercising the highest degree of confidentiality and professionalism.

Counsels employees on personnel policies and procedures; investigates complaints and provides advice and assistance on employment issues and procedural options; assures the consistent interpretation and application of federal and state rules, regulations, and labor law.

Coordinates labor relations functions, including contract language, cost proposals and negotiations; interprets policies and collective bargaining agreements; confers with bargaining units to coordinate discussions and proposals with the employee association; Manages assigned staff; monitors work, develops skills, and evaluates performance; assures the quality of the HR activities, services, and work products, and assures required deadlines are met.

Manages the technical HR recordkeeping process and procedures; Education, Training, and Experience Guidelines: Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business or Public Administration, or a related field; AND four years of public sector Human Resources generalist experience; Knowledge Of: City organization, operations, policies, and procedures. Federal and state laws and statutes governing HR functions and procedures, including California Public Employment Relations Board, and the Meyers-Milias-Brown Act. Techniques for effective management of Human Resources and employee relations issues. Principles and practices of public sector personnel administration, performance management, recruiting, organizational development, budgets, and effective customer service. Principles and practices of benefits program design, compensation and classification, risk management and safety, contract management, and project management. Legal, ethical, and professional rules of conduct for public sector employees. Principles and practices of confidential records management and file maintenance.

Skill In: Understanding, interpreting, and applying City policies and procedures, applicable federal and state rules and regulations, and prevailing labor law. Analyzing problems, identifying alternative solutions, projecting consequences of proposed actions, and making appropriate decisions, while assuring compliance with City rules, goals, and objectives. Monitoring and controlling the confidentiality of City information, according to the standards of the Privacy Act of 1974, {5USC § 552A}. Monitoring changes in state and federal regulations, standards, legislation, labor law and best practices; and developing and recommending improvements in HR policy and procedures. Developing and recommending compensation and benefits programs, policies, and practices. Negotiating labor agreements and writing labor contract provisions. Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands. Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with co-workers, elected officials, contractors, and representatives from other local, state and federal agencies. Operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of business software. Must possess a valid Class C California driver's license and maintain a satisfactory driving record. Physical Demands and Working Environment: Work is performed in a standard office environment. May be required to travel to various sites, locations and/or events. It is the policy of the City of Rosemead to provide employment opportunity for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, religion, sex (including gender, gender identity, gender expression and pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics or information, marital status, age, sexual orientation (including homosexuality, bisexuality, or heterosexuality), military and veteran status. Reasonable Accommodations The City of Rosemead is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Individuals with qualified disabilities who need reasonable accommodation during the selection process must specify the accommodations needed, in writing, at the time when the employment application is submitted. Legal Right to Work in the United States The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires all new hire employees to submit verification of the legal right to work in the United States within three (3) business days beginning with the first day of work. In the event of a declared emergency, City employees shall initially remain at work, or if recalled, shall report to work after completing critical personal and family emergency responsibilities. Provisions The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute a contract, expressed or implied, and any provision contained in this job announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.