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AN OUTSTANDING CAREER OPPORTUNITY

The Tahoe City Public Utility District is seeking a dynamic and visionary leader who is prepared to shape and implement strategic employee engagement, succession planning, and leadership development, with the motivation and excitement to take on new challenges and grow in a professional setting. We are looking for someone who shares the TCPUD’s strong commitment to public service and our belief that people and our Core Values of Service, Professionalism, Teamwork, Initiative, and Communication are the key to workplace excellence. The ideal candidate will use their outstanding communication skills and enthusiasm to build relationships across the entire organization and move TCPUD’s human resources priorities forward.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate is a dynamic and visionary leader, who leads with integrity, shares TCPUD’s strong commitment to public service, and connects with our Core Values. Candidates should have management experience and ideally, possess current professional human resource certifications and an enthusiasm to thoughtfully move TCPUD’s human resources priorities forward. The Ideal candidate values team success over personal recognition.

The successful candidate is insightful and resourceful and prefers to learn from many viewpoints through exploration, experimentation, and collaboration with others. They must have the ability to communicate effectively and empathetically and build relationships across the entire organization. They are self-motivated, solution-centered leaders with the ability to gather information from multiple sources, use details creatively, and deftly manage multiple projects and priorities.  

THE POSITION

This is a professional position within the Governance & Administrative Services Department. Under administrative direction from the Chief Financial Officer, the Human Resources Manager acts as a strategic partner to the General Manager, responsible for leading TCPUD’s strategic human resources priorities, including employee engagement, succession planning, and leadership development. This dynamic position provides management for the human resources functions of TCPUD and plans, organizes, and directs human resources policies, programs, procedures, and tasks, ensuring compliance and consistency. This position exercises direct supervision over assigned staff.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

TCPUD offers a competitive salary and benefits package. The salary range is $10,675 to $13,878 per month, depending on qualifications.

APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS

Interested and qualified individuals are invited to submit a cover letter, resume, and job application. This position is open until filled. Resumes and applications will be screened relative to the criteria outlined in this brochure and job description. Candidates with the most relevant experience and qualifications will be invited to a second-round screening that may include a questionnaire, panel interview, and/or technical testing.

The next review of applications will be Monday, February 6, 2023.

For more information, including a benefits summary and the job description, and to apply, visit www.tcpud.org/human-resources-manager

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The duties listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

• Administer employee benefits programs; regularly review and monitor benefit programs and provide updates to District managers.
• Direct, oversee, and participate in the recruitment, interview, and onboard processes of the District; provide support and guidance to management and supervisory staff in the employee selection process.
• Monitor and continuously update District Policies and Procedures and guide, train, and ensure compliance with District policies and procedures.
• Analyze trends in compensation and benefits; research and propose competitive base and incentive pay programs to ensure the District attracts and retains top talent; and direct and support the work of consultants, as applicable.
• Partner with the management team to understand and execute the District’s human resource and talent strategy particularly as it relates to current and future talent needs, recruiting, retention, and succession planning.
• Create learning and development programs and initiatives that provide internal development opportunities for employees.
• Provide support and guidance to management and other staff during employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
• Consult with legal counsel as appropriate to ensure compliance with all Federal, State, Local and other laws regarding employer/employee relations and personnel matters.
• Maintain compliance with Federal, State, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; review policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Provide support and guidance to management and other staff when complex, specialized, and sensitive questions and issues arise; may be required to administer and execute routine tasks in delicate circumstances such as providing reasonable accommodations, investigating allegations of wrongdoing, and terminations.
• Maintain and update job descriptions/job analyses, organizational charts/classifications, Personnel Policy Manual, and Summary Plan Description.
• Assist District employees in their benefit utilization and respond to District employee inquiries.
• Maintain employee training compliance and records and advise supervisors of departmental training needs.
• Conduct studies, analyze data, make recommendations and prepare reports and presentations on a variety of subjects.
• Evaluate operations and activities of assigned responsibilities; recommend improvements and modifications; prepare various reports on operations and activities.
• Advise and provide strategic information and analysis in support of budget process.
• Advise and provide strategic information and analysis in support of labor negotiations.
• Plan, prioritize, assign, supervise, and review the work of staff involved in human resources.
• Recommend the appointment of personnel; train, motivate and evaluate personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; conduct performance evaluations; implement discipline procedures as required; maintain discipline and high standards necessary for the efficient and professional operation of assigned workgroup.
• Maintain knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.
• Maintain regular attendance and adhere to prescribed work schedule to conduct job responsibilities.
• Establish, maintain and foster positive and effective working relationships with co-workers and all others contacted in the performance of assigned duties.
• Utilize appropriate safety procedures and practices for assigned duties.
• Work safely and cooperatively with others.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participate in Risk Management Team; maintain and update Hazardous Materials Business Plan and Safety Manual.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

 EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

Knowledge of:

• Health and welfare programs, 457(b) or other deferred compensation programs and retirement programs.
• COBRA, FMLA, CFRA, EEO, FLSA, ADA, Public Employment Relations Board (PERB) and all other employment-related Federal and State regulations required.
• California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS) administrative processes.
• Principles and practices of negotiation, leadership, motivation, team building, conflict management and dispute resolution.
• Principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation.
• Principles and practices of safety management.
• And proficiency with, or the ability to quickly learn, the District’s Human Resource Information System (HRIS) and talent management systems.
• Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment, including relevant software applications.
• Principles and practices of customer service.
• Safe work practices.

 Ability to:

• On a continuous basis, know and understand all aspects of the job; intermittently analyze work papers, reports and special projects; identify and interpret technical and numerical information; observe and problem solve operational and technical policy and procedures.
• On a continuous basis, sit at desk for long periods of time; intermittently twist to reach equipment surrounding desk; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; use telephone; write or use a keyboard to communicate through written means; and lift or carry weight of 50 pounds or less.
• Prepare and execute presentations to various-sized groups of people.
• Prioritize and exercise sound judgment within areas of responsibilities.
• Understand, interpret and apply Federal, State and local laws and codes and regulations pertaining to work assignments.
• Lead, supervise, train and evaluate assigned staff in an effective and positive manner.
• Act independently and make decisions conforming to District policies, procedures, standards and ordinances.
• Act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Perform all job duties in an organized and efficient manner with the ability to adjust priorities and perform multiple tasks.
• Operate and use modern office equipment including computers and applicable software.
• Read, write and comprehend the English language at a level necessary for effective job performance exercising correct English usage, vocabulary, spelling, grammar and punctuation.
• Communicate effectively, tactfully and positively in both oral and written form.
• Understand both oral and written instructions and carry out in a positive manner.
• Establish, maintain and foster positive working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS

Education and Experience Requirements:

Any combination of education and experience which would likely provide the necessary knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education: Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in human resources management, public administration, or a closely related field.

Experience: Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in Human Resources Administration, with at least two (2) years of progressively responsible experience managing Human Resources staff, preferably in the public sector.

Certification & Licensing Requirements:

• Possession of appropriate and valid driver’s license and driving record that complies with District policy.
• Possession of active Professional in Human Resources (PHR) Certification as awarded by the Human Resources Certification Institute (HRCI) and/or active Society for Human Resource Management Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) is highly desired.

About Tahoe City Public Utility District

The Tahoe City Public Utility District was founded in 1938 to provide some of the governmental needs of the residents of Tahoe City. It is the oldest local government in the Tahoe Basin and was formed initially to provide public water service to the local community. Established under the State of California's Public Utility District Act, the founders of the District chose a form of government that could provide multiple types of services. Sewer collection, parks facilities, and recreation services are provided for the entire area of the District. Water service is provided in seven separate systems and serves approximately half of the homes and businesses in the District. The boundaries of the District lie within both Placer and El Dorado Counties, extending from Emerald Bay to Dollar Hill, and along the Truckee River to the Nevada County line. The service area is very large, encompassing over 31 square miles. TCPUD Mission: To serve the people in our community, as well as the environment. It is our responsibility to provide safe and reliable water service, sewer service for the protection of public health, and parks and recreation services to enhance quality of life. ... TCPUD Vision: Building a healthy mountain community through our passion for public service. TCPUD's workplace culture is rooted in our Core Values of Service, Professionalism, Teamwork, Initiative, and Communication.

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