Senior Human Resources Manager – Health Services

The Department of Health Services is looking for an experienced Senior Human Resources Manager to join their team!  

About the Position

The Senior Human Resources Manager – Health Services is a vital position responsible for administering an effective and comprehensive human resources program within the Department of Health Services, one of the largest departments at the County of Sonoma. The Department of Health Services employs a staff of around 750 and provides services to the community that promote and safeguard the health and well-being of our community members. This position will be expected to manage, plan, organize, implement, and supervise the full complement of human resources activities within the department, while following all County and Department policies, ordinances, Civil Service Rules, collective bargaining agreements, and applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. This position will lead an amazing team of 18 human resource managers and professionals who work in a variety of department program areas, including employee and labor relations, risk management, recruitment, safety, employee benefits, leave administration, disability management, workers’ compensation, training and retention, and payroll. This position will often work with the Health Services executive management team, divisional and administrative managers, and other stakeholders to provide strategic leadership, advice, recommendations, and consultation to ensure effective and timely action.

The ideal candidate for this position will possess prior experience in employee and labor relations, be able to foster a positive and collaborative team environment, and possess many of the following: 

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal 
• Experience supervising a team of individuals with diverse backgrounds 
• The ability to be a trustworthy and approachable leader who can respond to high-stress situations in a non-reactionary manner 
• Demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize multiple high-impact assignments simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and consistent follow-through with minimal oversight
• The ability to proactively bring forward concerns or issues as they arise, accompanied by informed recommendations for leadership consideration
• The ability to assess and resolve issues at a systemic level, paying close attention to the patterns and details that arise
• The ability to maintain flexibility and a constructive, solution-oriented approach in rapidly changing environments

What We Offer

Working at the County of Sonoma offers expansive opportunities for growth and development, the ability to be a part of a challenging and rewarding work environment, and the satisfaction of knowing you’re working to better our communities. You can also look forward to flexible work arrangements and excellent benefits* including:

• Hybrid Telework – A schedule that meets the needs of our staff, department operations, and the communities we serve may be available depending on the assignment
• Salary Advancement – A salary increase after 1,040 hours (6 months when working full-time) for good work performance; eligibility for a salary increase for good performance every year thereafter, until reaching the top of the salary range
• Paid Time Off – Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year
• Staff Development/Wellness – Annual benefit allowances of up to $2,000 and ongoing education/training opportunities
• County Paid Health Premium Contributions – 100% premium contribution for the majority of employee-only and employee + family health plan options
• Post-Retirement Health Reimbursement Arrangement – County contributions to help fund post-retirement employee health insurance/benefits
• Retirement – A pension fully integrated with Social Security
• Incentive Retirement Savings Plan (IRSP) and 457 Voluntary Deferred Compensation – 3% of salary County contribution to a 401(a), in addition to the County matching up to 1% of base salary in 401(a), based upon employee contribution
• Paid Parental Leave – May be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) after 12 months of County employment
• Additional Benefits – Excellent dental, vision, disability, life insurance, employee assistance program, professional development, and more
• Student Loan Debt Relief – County employees may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the U.S. Department of Education

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*Salary is negotiable within the established range for the position and benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice. For more information, including minimum qualifications, & to apply, visit www. yourpath2sonomacounty.org or call 707-565-2331. The County of Sonoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to having a workforce that is representative of the communities we serve.