Assistant Director, Human Resources

Assistant Director, Human Resources

Under the general direction of the Director, Human Resources, the Assistant Director, Human Resources, provides operational leadership and day-to-day oversight of the Human Resources department. This position directly supervises Human Resources Business Partners (HRBPs), HR Assistants, and Student Employment Technicians to ensure consistent, high-quality HR service delivery across the District. The Assistant Director supports the Director in employee and labor relations, compliance, investigations, and Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) activities;

partners with the Business Analyst assigned to HR to strategize and manage HR information system needs and projects; and leverages HR metrics and data analytics to drive continuous improvement. The role requires a strong blend of operational acumen, collaborative leadership, and the ability to build effective relationships across all levels of the organization.

Compensation & Benefits:
Classification:
Classified Management

Employment Type:

Full-time, 12 months/year Monthly Range: $10,152.21 – $12,414.16 Annual Range: $ – $ FLSA Status:
Exempt Paid time off: 22 Days Vacation, 20 Holidays, 12 Sick Days Retirement:
CalPERS Benefits: 100% District covered Medical, Dental, Vision for employee and dependents

Join a collaborative and mission-driven campus dedicated to student success and employee excellence. As the Assistant Director of Human Resources, you'll provide operational leadership for a dynamic HR team while helping shape a workplace that values equity, integrity, innovation, and exceptional service. You'll partner with leaders across the District to strengthen HR operations, support employees, ensure legal compliance, and implement strategic initiatives that make a lasting impact on our college community.

• Supervises, coaches, and develops Human Resources Business Partners and HR Assistants; establishes workload priorities, conducts performance evaluations, and ensures consistent and equitable HR service delivery district-wide.
• Manages day-to-day HR operations including full-cycle recruitment and selection, onboarding, personnel record maintenance, position control, and HR information systems; ensures compliance with applicable laws, regulations, Education Code, Title 5, and District Board policies.
• Partners with the Business Analyst assigned to HR to identify, assess, and prioritize HR information system needs; collaborates on system projects, upgrades, and process improvements to ensure HR technology supports departmental and District goals.
• Performs comprehensive HR system audits to ensure accuracy, security, and efficiency; prepares findings reports and recommends improvements to enhance system performance.
• Maintains position control data integrity in coordination with HRBPs and Fiscal Services; reviews and approves personnel actions, status changes, and salary adjustments.
• Develops and maintains standardized HR procedures, tools, and templates; facilitates regular HR team meetings to align priorities and build team cohesion.

• Supports the Director in employee and labor relations matters, including the administration and interpretation of collective bargaining agreements, grievance processes, disciplinary actions, and performance management; provides guidance to HRBPs, managers, and supervisors consistent with District policies and applicable law.
• Assists the Director with investigations of employee complaints, including matters involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and workplace conduct; conducts or coordinates assigned investigations and prepares written findings and recommendations.
• Supports the Director in overseeing the employee leave process and integrated disability management programs, including return-to-work and reasonable accommodation under FEHA and ADA.
• Advises managers, supervisors, and employees on District policies, collective bargaining agreement provisions, Education Code, and other applicable laws, rules, and regulations.
• Assists in identifying and resolving potential compliance risks related to…