Date Posted:

August 7, 2014

Salary:

$7,124 – $9,725 monthly

Description:

Monterey County Health Department 

Invites your interest for the position of Departmental HR Manager

Summary of Position
The Health Department seeks a results oriented Human Resources Manager who demonstrates excellent communication and analytical skills to join the Monterey County Health Department. The position works under the direction of the Director of Health, and in consultation and collaboration with the County’s Human Resources Department. The individual will manage and direct the Department’s complex human resources programs and projects.

This HR Manager is responsible for achieving the unit goals and objectives; and implementing and maintaining programs, developing policies, procedures, and systems. The position is responsible for directing, administering, and evaluating the effectiveness of all departmental human resource functions including recruitment, employee relations, classification and compensation, labor relations, Workers’ Compensation and safety, timekeeping, staff development and training. The position serves as the departmental equal employment opportunity liaison; and ensures compliance with County personnel policies and regulatory agencies. 

Qualifications:

The Ideal Candidate

Will have a proven track record demonstrating the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Interpret and apply Federal, State, County and other local laws, codes, regulations, ordinances, policies, and memorandum of understandings, pertaining to employment practices, labor relations, and Equal Employment Opportunity.
• Analyze complex human resource issues, make sound recommendations and/or develop alternative solutions; utilize strong oral and written communication skills to move complex issues forward to positive resolution.
• Possess a solid foundation in each of the functional areas of human resources in order to direct program areas; and train, supervise, and manage the work of technical and professional personnel staff and consultants.
• Effectively manage employee relations program areas/issues; conduct investigations, prepare disciplinary actions, grievance processing/resolutions; assist legal counsel in arbitrations and litigation, and resolve EEO/AA issues.
• Apply the principles and practices of project management and administration, including strategic planning.
• Keep abreast of developments and implementation of current legislation in Health administration and Human Resources impacting the department.

Conditions of Employment:
• Incumbents will be required to possess a valid California class C driver license or be able to provide suitable transportation that is approved by the appointing authority by the time of appointment.
• Successfully pass a background investigation. 

How to Apply:

Benefits:

The County of Monterey offers an excellent benefits package.

Application & Selection Procedures

Submit the following application materials to the Monterey County Health Department, Human Resources Division, 1270 Natividad Road, Salinas, CA 93906 by the final filing date: OPEN UNTIL FILLED. Priority screening date: Friday, September 5, 2014.

• Monterey County Employment Application
• Response to the Supplemental Questions
• Cover Letter
• Resume
Or apply on-line at www.co.monterey.ca.us/personnel

All application material must be received by the priority screening date for a guaranteed review. Applications received after this date will be considered on an as needed basis until the position is filled.

For more information, please visit our website at http://www.co.monterey.ca.us/personnel/
or contact Irene Espinoza at espinozai@co.monterey.ca.us or (831) 755-4515.

An Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace

Filing Deadline:

Open Until Filled; Priority Screening 9/5/14