Senior HR Manager

The purpose of the Human Resources Department is to maximize the productivity of an organization by optimizing the effectiveness of its employees. The Departments focus is centered on innovative and strategically acquiring developing and retaining talent by continuously nourishing the organizations greatest resource in an effort to affect positive change. Human Resources mission is the development of both the employees and the organization in which they operate. The Department is engaged not only in securing and developing the talents of individual employees but also in implementing programs that enhance communication and collaboration between people in order to nurture organizational development. Employees who are engaged and aligned with the Citys vision and values will always contribute to the overall mission of the organization. Above all else the Human Resources Department values integrity respect and innovative talent management.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The City of Pico Rivera is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Human Resources Manager to join its leadership team. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned HR professional with strong management skills a solid understanding of public-sector personnel operations and a passion for supporting a modern and service-driven organization.

Working under the general direction of the Assistant City Manager this position oversees day-to-day Human Resources operations and provides high-level guidance on recruitment employee relations classification and compensation training and development benefits risk management support and compliance with Federal State and local laws.

The Senior Human Resources Manager provides leadership and supervision to Human Resources staff including Analysts Technicians Coordinators and administrative support personnel. The role requires advanced analytical ability excellent communication skills sound judgment and the ability to foster positive working relationships at all levels of the organization.

The Senior Human Resources Manager will serve as a strategic partner to City leadership and oversee a broad portfolio of HR programs. Key responsibilities include:

• Lead full-cycle recruitment and selection for executive professional technical and represented classifications ensuring equity defensibility and modern hiring practices.
• Oversee employee and labor relations including performance management coaching progressive discipline guidance complaint investigations and MOU interpretation.
• Coordinate and support good-faith bargaining efforts in alignment with the Meyers-Milias-Brown Act (MMBA) including preparing proposals advising leadership participating in negotiations and maintaining legally compliant bargaining practices.
• Manage the Citys classification and compensation program conduct salary studies and make recommendations that support internal equity and market competitiveness.
• Administer benefits leaves and workers compensation ensuring accurate processing compliance with FMLA/CFRA/PDL/ADA/FEHA and effective coordination with TPAs.
• Lead Citywide training and professional development initiatives including supervisory academies compliance training succession planning and organizational development efforts.
• Develop and update City HR policies and administrative regulations ensuring adherence to federal state and local laws and alignment with the Citys values of ethical stewardship and transparent practices.
• Promote collaborative problem-solving with departments fostering proactive communication and supporting operational needs.
• Serve as a departmental leader supervising HR Analysts Technicians Coordinators and support staff while overseeing workflow service delivery and process improvements.

IDEAL CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate will be an experienced and collaborative Human Resources professional who demonstrates:

• Significant public-sector HR experience preferably in a city or agency environment with a strong command of labor and employment regulations.
• Expertise in employee and labor relations including coaching supervisors resolving conflicts conducting investigations and navigating sensitive personnel matters with tact and professionalism.
• Demonstrated experience with good-faith bargaining preparation of negotiation materials supporting managements bargaining positions and ensuring compliance with the MMBA.
• Sound judgment and political acumen with the ability to balance organization-wide priorities with department-level needs.
• A leadership style that reflects the Citys values such as ethical stewardship responsive customer service and effective dialogue throughout the organization.
• Exceptional communication skills including the ability to convey complex information clearly to employees managers union representatives and executive leadership.
• Strong analytical and project management abilities capable of leading HR initiatives streamlining processes and implementing solutions that improve organizational effectiveness.
• A commitment to continuous improvement innovation and modernization of HR practices and technology.
• A collaborative and supportive approach to leadership mentoring staff building team capacity and fostering a positive and solution-oriented department culture.

• Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university in Human Resources Management Public or Business Administration Organizational Development or a related field is required.
• Masters Degree is desirable.

Foreign Education: For international degree(s) submit a foreign equivalency certification (FEC) by an acceptable educational credential evaluator used to establish U.S. educational equivalency of college/university-level degrees.)

Proof of education such as but not limited to university/college transcripts and degrees must be submitted online with your application. Applicants are responsible for attaching proof of education certification and/or license to each position for which they apply.

Failure to provide all required documents will result in elimination from the selection process.

• Eight (8) years of increasingly responsible professional human resources experience including three (3) years in a supervisory or management capacity.
• Public-sector experience is highly desirable.

• Must possess a valid California Class C Drivers License and a safe driving record throughout the course of employment. City employees are registered with the Department of Motor Vehicles Employee Pull Notice Program.
• Professional HR certifications (SHRM-CP/SCP PHR/SPHR IPMA-CP/SCP) are desirable.

Interested candidates must submit a completed City employment application resume and any required supplemental documents.

Qualified applicants will be invited to participate in an evaluation process that may include a written assessment oral interview and/or practical exercise.

Recruitment will remain open until the position is filled; however we reserve the right to close the recruitment at any time without prior notice.

We recognize that Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming part of daily life and can be a valuable tool for learning research and professional growth. We encourage candidates to use AI responsibly as a support in preparing application materials live assessments and interviews. However we value authenticity accuracy and truthfulness. Application responses and interview answers must reflect your own knowledge skills and experiences. While AI can supplement preparation it cannot replace the originality and judgment we look for in our employees. This ensures fairness transparency and equityfor all applicants in the hiring process.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The annual salary range for this position is:
$133356 $154644

The City offers a comprehensive benefits package that include:

• CalPERS retirement plan
• Health dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Deferred compensation options
• Paid holidays vacation and sick leave
• Professional development opportunities

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The City of Pico Rivera is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity at all levels of its workforce.