DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCESCOUNTY OF MARIPOSA, CALIFORNIA

Salary: $118,857The County of Mariposa seeks a Human Resources (HR) Director who is an experienced HR generalist, with a combination of strong communication skills, relationship building, and assertiveness. This position will manage a variety of HR functions including employee and labor relations, recruitment and selection, classification and compensation, and organizational and employee development. We seek a creative problem solver with emotional intelligence, professional ethics, and integrity. We are looking for someone who is an effective collaborator, negotiator, and leader. Our ideal candidate will be an organizational development expert who transforms strategy into operational goals and objectives, achieves desired outcomes, and effectively leads people through change. The right candidate will thrive in a rural community, desire a professionally challenging and rewarding career where they can enjoy working with a dedicated Board, leadership team, and employees. This is an excellent opportunity to live and work in a rural community with breathtaking beauty and enjoy a rewarding career where the daily work translates directly into the well-being of those served.

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THE COMMUNITY/COUNTY MARIPOSA COUNTY IS A DESIRABLE PLACE to live, work and play! Located in the western foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountains, Mariposa is the home of Yosemite National Park, Lake McClure Recreation Area, the California State Mining and Mineral Museum and the longest continually operating courthouse west of the Rockies. As one of only three counties with no incorporated cities, Mariposa towns, most of which date back to the California gold rush, retain their small-town charm and old west feel. Mariposa County offers a variety of stunning landscapes, moderate climate, and is a popular year-round vacation destination. Yosemite National Park has awe-inspiring vistas, granite icons, and breathtaking waterfalls. You’ll never hear anyone visiting Mariposa County say, “there’s nothing to do today.” Fishing, biking, hiking, camping, gold panning, arts and culture, spas, breweries, golfing, rafting, shopping, festivals, and museums are just some of the options for entertainment in the community.

Our community is poised for building with future plans for new housing and development and economic growth is underway. Our County is quiet, rural, resourceful, includes good schools, and is a great place to raise a family. The County of Mariposa has 19 departments, an annual operating budget of nearly $62 million, employs approximately 476 employees, has 18,000 permanent residents, and over 4 million annual visitors. Mariposa is a general law county governed by a five-member Board of Supervisors and offers a stable political environment.

THE JOB / DEPARTMENT IF YOU ARE SEEKING a professionally challenging and rewarding career, and you enjoy living and working with friendly townspeople and dedicated County leaders and staff, then this job is made for you. The County’s Human Resources (HR) Department is responsible for maintaining and updating the County’s classification and compensation system, overseeing labor relations, collective bargaining, administering the County’s recruitment process, organizational and employee development, insurance coordination and workers’ compensation, and employee personnel records. The HR programs are operated to provide a fair and equal employment opportunity to all.

In addition to overseeing all HR activities for the County, the HR Director is responsible for the overall direction and vision of the department, including oversight of an annual budget and staff of three. The HR Director provides professional support and consultation and makes recommendations regarding operational, policy guidance and personnel matters to County executive and department leaders and the Board of Supervisors. The ideal candidate will be masterful at having difficult conversations to address organizational structure, employee and labor relations, and politically or emotionally charged issues. This is an at-will position, which is appointed by the Board of Supervisors, and works closely with the County Administrative Officer.

uHR has updated various policies, including remote/telework, dog friendly office, etc.

uDeveloped a Supervisory and Leadership Training Academy.

uCompleted a comprehensive salary and compensation study.

uNegotiated five contracts including: SEIU and MCMCO through 2023, DSA and SMA through 2021 and IHSS through 2022.

OpportunitiesuParticipate on the leadership team

implementing a new ERP human resource, payroll, and accounting system.

uAddress challenges related to recent economic downturn/COVID19.

uKeep County stakeholders and elected officials informed and ensure the County stays up-to-date on current trends and changes.

RECENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS / FUTURE OPPORTUNITIES

THE IDEAL CANDIDATETHE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL find a good balance between visionary leader, producer, and delegator. The ideal candidate is an experienced HR professional and generalist, who communicates effectively regarding a variety of HR functions. The successful candidate will be a relationship builder, creative problem solver, demonstrate emotional intelligence, and professional ethics and integrity. Our ideal candidate will be an organizational development expert to transform strategy into goals and objectives, achieve desired outcomes, and effectively lead people through change.

THE HR DIRECTOR WILL:

LeadershipuUse effective listening skills to identify the Department’s

course of action now and in the future.uBuild collaborative partnerships with unions, executive and

department leadership.uDemonstrate strong political savvy and emotional intelligence

and be comfortable having frank and open discussions with others.

uEffectively advise and provide consultative services across the organization on a variety of HR matters.

uServe as the County’s Chief Labor Negotiator.uProvide strategic direction and planning on department and

County organizational goals.uBe accessible and responsive to others. uDemonstrate sound judgment, make tough decisions and

understand decision impacts.uUnderstand and incorporate the County’s desired policy

direction.uBuild, mentor and provide resources and opportunities

for staff, set clear goals and expectations, and hold people accountable.

HR Technical AcumenuEnsure a fair and equal employment selection

process, and employee relationships decisions.uUnderstand and implement job classification and

salary administration.uOversee workers’ compensation administration

and have knowledge of risk management programs.uRemain informed and up to date on HR local, state,

and federal laws, rules, and regulations.

Interpersonal & Communications uHave the ability to appropriately stand one’s

ground. uHave emotional intelligence.uCommunicate effectively.uValue customer service.uBe genuine and bring a sense of humor and the

ability to build an enjoyable work atmosphere.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS uFive years of increasingly responsible

experience in public sector personnel/human resources management, with a minimum of two years in a supervisory capacity.

uPossession of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, with major course work in business, public, or personnel administration, or directly related field.

uPossession of a valid California driver’s license or ability to obtain one within 3 months of hire.

uAbility to pass the California State Department of Justice fingerprinting clearance and the County’s pre-employment physical.

uA master’s degree in business or public administration is desirable.

HOW TO APPLYThis position is open until filled, however for first consideration apply by JULY 2; candidates are encouraged to submit as soon as possible.

APPLY AT: wbcpinc.com/job-board/

Please contact your recruiter, Wendi Brown, with any questions: 866.929.WBCP (toll free) | 541.664.0376 (direct) wendi@wbcpinc.com

COMPENSATION & BENEFITSThe annual salary for Human Resources Director is $118,857. In addition, Mariposa County offers an attractive benefits package, including:

Public Employees’ Retirement System (CALPERS): 2% at 62 for new, and 2% at 55 for classic employees; the County contributes 6.2% toward Social Security.

Medical Insurance: the County contributes $500/month toward medical insurance.

Dental and Vision: fully paid plan for employee.

Flexible Spending Account: maximum of $690/month, that may be applied toward the cost of qualified non-taxable benefits under the 125 Plan; taken as cash or applied to deferred compensation.

Life Insurance: $50,000

Holidays: 11 annual paid holidays.

SAVE THE DATESInterviews will take place on JULY 30 & 31; candidates will need to be available for both days.