Senior HR Manager (Manager IV)
We are seeking an experienced Senior Human Resources (HR) Manager to oversee our team and manage various functions, including recruitment and retention, staff development, discipline, labor relations, payroll, policies and procedures, disability management, safety and security, equal rights, and position management. Strong leadership abilities, effective engagement with staff, excellent communication skills, and a results-oriented mindset are essential. Your capacity to lead both
independently and as part of a senior executive team will be crucial in addressing a wide range of diverse and complex human resources challenges. The ideal candidate will possess a clear understanding and a genuine passion in aligning their leadership approach and vision for the department’s Human Resources team with the County’s and Department’s Mission, Vision, and Values.
About the Department: The Community Services Agency (CSA) offers a wide array of social services to the community, guided by its Mission Statement: “We Build Community by Cultivating Safety, Stability, and Resiliency—Strengthening the Foundation For All.” With a dedicated team of over 1,100 employees and an
annual operating budget exceeding $369 million, CSA collaborates with County government agencies and various community-based organizations to deliver culturally responsive and accessible services. More than 308,000 residents benefit from CSA’s programs. The Agency is structured into five divisions: (1) Adult, Child, and Family Services Division (ACFSD); (2) StanWORKs Division; (3) Finance and Operations Division; (4) Housing and Homelessness; and (5) Administration.
WHAT OPPORTUNITIES DOES THIS POSITION PROVIDE?
You will hold significant influence within the senior executive leadership team, driving impactful decisions for departmental advancement.
You will have the opportunity to operate independently, leveraging your expertise and experience to inform strategic directives.
Oversight of four divisions within Human Relations, leading a team of 15 employees and four direct reports.
Abundant avenues for professional development, fostering growth opportunities and leadership prospects.
Your decisions will directly shape the department’s trajectory and effectiveness.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in Public or Business Administration, Human Resource Management, Communication, or a closely related field; AND
Possess at least four (4) years of full-time management experience in a California public agency Human Resources division.
Progressively responsible management experience in a related area may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis. Proof of education is required for verification purposes at the time of application. Applicants who are unable to submit proof must call (209) 558-1200 to make other arrangements before 5 pm on the final filing date. Failure to submit proof or make other arrangements before the final filing date deadline will result in disqualification.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in Public or Business Administration, Human Resource Management, Communication, or a closely related field.