Posted: 04-Feb-25
Location: Fresno, California
Type: Full Time
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We are excited you are considering the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District as a place for employment! Our agency is in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley and our mission is to improve the health and quality of life for all Valley residents through efficient, effective and entrepreneurial air quality management strategies. We pride our agency on not only high-quality technical work, but also exceptional customer service. Our customers include the public, the regulated community, other agencies, and fellow employees. The principles of our STAR (Service, Teamwork, Attitude and Respect) culture creates an atmosphere in which providing exceptional service, demonstrating effective teamwork, maintaining a positive attitude, and showing respect to others is a key part of every employee’s job.
The District is seeking a Human Resources Administrator for its Fresno office. The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill the current vacancy and may also be considered for future openings. This management-level, at-will position reports directly to the Director of Human Resources and plays a key role in the department’s operations. The Administrator oversees District HR programs and manages a team of professional, technical, and administrative staff handling a broad range of HR functions. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, training, compensation, benefits administration, leave administration, risk management, legal compliance, and employee/labor relations. Additionally, the HR Administrator provides labor and employment guidance to District managers, supervisors, and staff on matters such as harassment prevention, discipline, hiring, contract negotiations, and policy interpretation and implementation.
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate for this position will have the ability to identify, analyze, and resolve complex human resource issues while fostering collaborative working relationships. A strong knowledge of federal and state employment laws is essential. This position requires expertise in interpreting, applying, and explaining complex laws, policies, rules, and regulations, as well as analyzing problems, evaluating alternatives, and making sound recommendations within legal and policy guidelines.
To fulfill the District’s mission and uphold its core values, the incumbent must demonstrate innovation and creativity while ensuring legal compliance, integrity, and sound judgment. A strong commitment to customer service, a track record of achievement, an entrepreneurial approach to management, and a dedication to continuous improvement are also essential.
The Human Resources Administrator position is best suited for candidates with a combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in business administration with an emphasis in human resources, public administration, psychology, or a closely related field, along with four years of professional-level experience in various human resources functions.
Other Requirements:
When applicable, a valid California Drivers License or the ability to obtain one upon hire.
Selection Process:
Applications must be submitted via our website at www.valleyair.org by 5:30 PM on Monday, February 24, 2025. Applications will be reviewed to ensure they meet employment standards. The most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in an interview.
San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District participates in the E-Verify Program. For more information, visit http://www.valleyair.org/jobs/E-Verify/E-Verify.pdf. If you require accommodations during the application or hiring process, please contact us at (559) 230-6010. Equal Opportunity Employer