Human Resources Manager

The Housing Authority of the County of San Joaquin (HACSJ) is seeking an experienced and people-centered Human Resources (HR) Manager to join its team of dedicated professionals. This is a hands-on relationship-driven role in which the HR function serves as a vital thread running through every corner of the organization and where your work each day directly strengthens the team that supports 19000 residents across San Joaquin County.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Director of Business Services the HR Manager serves as the operational and relational hub of HACSJs human resources function. As HR Manager you will lead and manage a comprehensive range of functions including:

Employee relations performance management coaching and disciplinary procedures in a unionized environment

Union contract administration grievance handling and collective bargaining negotiation support in coordination with legal counsel

Bi-weekly payroll processing and administration via ADP including CalPERS reporting and workers compensation

Benefits administration across medical dental vision life disability retirement and pre-tax plans including open enrollment

Recruitment selection onboarding and background screening for all agency positions

HRIS management including performance appraisal and attendance systems

Leave of absence administration (FMLA ADA and related state/local regulations)

Training program development and delivery focused on compliance leadership and employee development

HR records management and policy development and interpretation

What HACSJ is Looking For

HACSJ is looking for an HR Manager who leads with empathy and follows through with precision. The ideal candidate brings genuine care and professionalism to every interaction whether supporting a concerned employee navigating a grievance or closing out payroll. An ideal candidate will be a natural coach who earns the trust of both managers and frontline staff a skilled communicator who adjusts their approach to their audience and a calm steady presence when workplace situations get complicated.

Required Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Human Resources Business Administration or related field

5 years of experience in HR with substantial payroll administration experience (ADP preferred)

Demonstrated experience in a unionized work environment labor relations grievance handling and CBA administration (preferred but not required)

Strong knowledge of federal and California employment and labor law including FMLA ADA CFRA and wage and hour regulations

Proficiency in HRIS systems and Microsoft Excel (advanced functions pivot tables data reporting)

HR certification preferred

Valid California Drivers License

Why Join HACSJ

At HACSJ HR is a strategic partner to every department and every employee at the Housing Authority. You will work alongside a leadership team that genuinely values people in an organization where your expertise shapes culture ensures compliance and helps deliver on a mission that matters.

A close-knit team of approximately 80 employees where your impact is visible and your relationships are real

Mission-driven work supporting an agency that shelters and assists 19000 San Joaquin County residents

A flexible 9/80 schedule; work hard and get every other Friday off

Competitive compensation and a comprehensive public employee benefits package

An organizational culture that values innovation inclusion and continuous learning

Compensation Location and Benefits

The compensation range for this position is between $78900 to $111540 commensurate with experience. Preferred candidates will be in a commutable distance to HACSJs office in Stockton CA.

HACSJ offers a generous slate of benefits including medical dental vision life short-term and long-term disability insurances CalPERS Retirement Plan optional 457(b) plan Flexible Spending Account (medical and dependent care) annual leave sick leave and holidays and professional development opportunities.

About HACSJ

For over 84 years HACSJ has provided and advocated for safe affordable and attractive living environments for low-income working families seniors and residents with disabilities across San Joaquin County. They oversee a $100 million budget and serve approximately 19000 people through Public Housing the Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) program and mixed-finance development projects. Their affiliated nonprofit Delta Community Developers Corp. extends that reach further through education counseling and housing development.

Application Instructions and Deadline

Questions: For questions regarding this opportunity please contact Kristin Richards

Application Deadline: Please submit your required application materials (e.g. Resume and Cover Letter) by July 15 2026.