Human Resources Director

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HUMAN RESOURCES (HR) DIRECTORBi-weekly Range: $4,191.42 – $5,094.77Hourly Range: $52.39 – $63.68Annual Salary Range: $108,977 – $132,464:Note: This is an exempt, at-will executive management position. Final salary placement will be based on qualifications and experience in accordance with Court policy.The Superior Court of California, County of Calaveras, is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Human Resources Director. This senior management-level role reports directly to the Court Executive Officer and is responsible for leading all human resources functions for the Court.DEFINITION: This classification falls within the Management Job Family and is an executive-level position with court-wide impact. The Human Resources Director is a key member of the Court’s leadership team, responsible for providing strategic direction and oversight of all human resources functions. This role applies advanced management principles to influence court operations, workforce culture, and public service delivery, and ensures alignment of HR strategies with the Court’s mission and long-term objectives. This is a single-incumbent, at-will, exempt management position that serves in a confidential and unrepresented capacity under the Trial Court Employment Protection and Governance Act (Trial Court Act). The position meets the definition of a “confidential employee” under Government Code § 71601(c) due to its direct involvement in labor relations, employee discipline, and other sensitive personnel matters. The incumbent regularly collaborates with the Judicial Council of California, PERB, and other external partners to remain aligned with statewide initiatives and legal requirements.DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICSThis classification is distinguished by its Court-wide scope of responsibility and its high level of authority in planning, directing, and evaluating HR programs that impact organizational performance, legal compliance, and workforce effectiveness. The role requires deep knowledge of public sector human resources practices, California employment law, labor relations under the Trial Court Employment Protection and Governance Act, and experience working in a unionized environment.A core responsibility includes maintaining clear, effective communication with the CEO and Presiding Judge (PJ) to ensure shared understanding of decisions and their impacts. The incumbent exercises authority within their delegated scope and in collaboration with executive leadership to implement strategic goals aligned with available technologies and resources. These decisions guide subordinate staff in fulfilling their duties efficiently and effectively.TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONSThe Court reserves the right to assign or reassign duties as needed, based on the needs of the Court. The essential duties listed below are representative and may not include all possible tasks. This position requires an adaptive mindset, strong decision-making abilities, and expertise in leading high-performing teams, leveraging diversity, and resolving conflicts in a dynamic court environment. Ensures compliance with equal employment opportunity laws, Trial Court rules, and internal court policies.Plans, directs, manages, and evaluates the administrative and operational functions of the Human Resources Division to ensure alignment with the Court’s strategic goals.Provides strategic leadership in the development and implementation of human resources policies, programs, and practices that support a high-performance, service-oriented work culture.Oversee the administration of payroll operations, benefits, retirement plans, HRIS data and reporting, and personnel records to ensure accuracy, legal compliance, and efficient service delivery.Develops and administers divisional goals, objectives, work standards, budgets, and performance metrics for functional areas including recruitment, classification and compensation, benefits, training, employee and labor relations, risk management, and workers' compensation.Provides expert consultation to the Court Executive Officer, judicial officers, and executive leadership on complex and confidential personnel matters, organizational planning, employee performance, and workforce development.Directs labor and employee relations functions, including contract negotiations, grievance handling, Skelly hearings, discipline, and dispute resolution in accordance with labor agreements and legal requirements.Serves as the Court’s ADA Coordinator and EEO Officer, ensuring compliance with applicable federal and state regulations.Monitor, interpret, and advise on changes in legislation, regulations, and employment law affecting human resources, including those under the Trial Court Employment Protection and Governance Act, the Trial Court Interpreter Employment and Labor Relations Act, and other applicable local, state, and federal statutes.Represents the Court in interactions with labor organizations, regulatory agencies, and external stakeholders; participates in mediation, arbitration, and administrative hearings as needed.Leads organizational development efforts, including succession planning, training and development, employee engagement, diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.Evaluates and improves HR service delivery by applying principles of process improvement and quality management.Supervises and evaluates the work of managers and staff; establishes performance expectations, coaches for development, and takes disciplinary action as needed in accordance with court policy and labor agreements.Collaborate with the CEO and court leadership to develop and implement workforce strategies that support the Court’s mission, values, and long-term objectives.Participate in executive management discussions to resolve critical operational issues and align HR initiatives with court-wide goals.Represents the Court at local, regional, and statewide meetings, conferences, and committees to stay current with trends and best practices in court and human resources administration.Performs related duties as assigned.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES(These functions are intended as a general illustration of the work performed in this job classification and are not all inclusive for this position) The IDEAL CANDIDATE should have the following knowledge and abilities: Knowledge of: Principles and practices of public administration, organizational development, and strategic planning in a governmental or court environment.Comprehensive human resources management, including recruitment and selection, classification and compensation, labor and employee relations, benefits administration, workforce planning, risk management, and training and development.Employment law at the federal, state, and local levels, including laws and regulations administered by PERB, CalHR, and those established under the Trial Court Act, Trial Court Interpreter Employment and Labor Relations Act, EEOC, CRD, and related entities.Public sector labor relations, including collective bargaining, grievance handling, Skelly hearings, mediation, and arbitration processes.Equal employment opportunity and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance.Legislative and regulatory analysis related to employment law, workplace safety, and risk management.Administrative and fiscal management, including human resources budgeting, policy development, and internal controls.Court personnel practices, Judicial Council guidelines, and human resources policies applicable to court employees.HR information systems, modern office practices, and technology tools including NeoGov, Phoenix, and other payroll, performance, and applicant tracking systems.Standards for documentation, records management, and preparation of reports, policies, and correspondence.Ability to: Plan, direct, and manage a comprehensive human resources program in alignment with the Court’s mission, values, and strategic goals.Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership and judicial officers on complex personnel matters, workforce planning, and policy interpretation.Lead, supervise, mentor, and evaluate managerial, professional, and support staff; promote accountability, innovation, and high performance. Foster a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and respectful workplace culture.Interpret and apply employment laws, court rules, personnel policies, and labor agreements to ensure legal compliance and operational consistency.Analyze complex problems, evaluate policy alternatives, and implement data-informed solutions.Monitor and assess legislative and regulatory changes; recommend and implement updates to court policies and procedures accordingly.Represent the Court in interactions with labor organizations, professional associations, external agencies, and regulatory bodies.Oversee and participate in labor negotiations, grievance resolution, and disciplinary matters; ensure fair, consistent, and legally defensible outcomes.Foster a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and respectful workplace culture.Conduct research and prepare clear, concise reports, presentations, policy documents, and communications for varied audiences.Maintain confidentiality, exercise sound judgment, and handle sensitive matters with tact and diplomacy.Organize, prioritize, and manage multiple complex projects under tight deadlines in a dynamic environment.Develop and implement HR strategies, programs, and process improvements that enhance operational effectiveness and employee engagement.Establish and maintain productive working relationships with internal leadership, court staff, labor partners, community stakeholders, and external vendors.Utilize computer applications and technology systems relevant to HR operations and court administration.QUALIFICATIONS: Any combination of education and experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the duties of the position may be considered. The following minimum qualifications are typical ways to meet the requirements: PATTERN I: · High school diploma or GED equivalent; ANDFive (5) years of progressively responsible, advanced journey-level human resources experience with a California trial court, county agency, or other public sector employer, including supervisory or management responsibilities in areas such as employee relations, labor negotiations, or workforce planning; ORA minimum of one (1) year of senior management experience directing human resources operations, labor relations, or risk management in a California trial court or other public agency.PATTERN II: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in human resources management, public administration, business administration, organizational development, or a closely related field; ANDThree (3) years of full-time experience performing advanced, journey-level human resources functions in a public agency, with demonstrated expertise in areas such as labor relations, recruitment and selection, classification and compensation, or employee relations; ANDTwo (2) years of management-level experience in human resources.PATTERN III: Master’s degree in human resources management, public administration, business administration, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university; ORPossession of a recognized professional human resources certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, IPMA-HR, PHR, SPHR); ANDA minimum of one (1) year of senior management experience directing human resources operations, labor relations, or risk management in a California trial court or other public agency.EDUCATION SUBSTITUTION CLAUSEAdditional qualifying experience in human resources may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis, at the discretion of the Court. For example, one additional year of full-time, progressively responsible human resources experience may be accepted in lieu of one year of college education. This substitution may be applied up to a maximum of four (4) years toward a bachelor’s degree. Substitution decisions will be based on the nature, scope, and relevance of the experience in relation to the responsibilities of the Human Resources Director classification. Supporting documentation must be provided to demonstrate equivalency.PHYSICAL DEMANDSMust possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone. This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing and walking between work areas may be required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. The Superior Court of California, County of Calaveras, is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state law. OTHER REQUIREMENTS: · Background Check: Final appointment is contingent upon successful completion of a fingerprint-based criminal background check, conducted in accordance with applicable state and federal laws, including the California Fair Chance Act (Government Code § 12952). Criminal history will not be considered until a conditional offer of employment has been made and will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis as required by law. Felony and misdemeanor convictions may be disqualified, depending on the nature of the offense, the time elapsed, and the relevance to the position’s responsibilities.· Core Values: The incumbent is expected to exemplify and promote the Court’s core values, including fairness, impartiality, accountability, transparency, respect, and public service.· Court Policies: Strict adherence to all applicable Court rules, policies, and procedures is required, particularly those related to confidentiality, professional conduct, respectful communication, and workplace behavior.· Employment Eligibility: In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, all persons hired must present original documentation verifying their identity and legal authorization to work in the United States at the time of appointment.

Salary : $108,977 - $132,464