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Job Description
Job Title: Human Resources & Risk Manager
Organization: Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District
Location: Vallejo, CA
Salary Range: $184,538 - $203,455 annually
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled (First Review of Applications: March 17, 2025)
About Vallejo & The District
The Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District is an independent special district dedicated to providing wastewater management and flood control services to the Vallejo community. With a team of 97 full-time employees and a $74 million budget, the District plays a critical role in ensuring public health, safety, and environmental protection.
Position Overview
The District is seeking a dynamic and experienced Human Resources & Risk Manager to lead its HR and Risk Management Department. This key leadership position oversees a team including a Human Resources Analyst I, a Human Resources Technician II, and a Safety Manager.
The selected candidate will be responsible for a wide range of HR and risk functions, including:
- Employee and labor relations
- Recruitment and selection
- Classification and compensation
- Benefits administration
- Leave management
- Training and development
- Performance management
- Policy development
- Workers' compensation and risk programs
The HR & Risk Manager will work closely with senior leadership, providing strategic direction on workforce planning, employee development, and labor negotiations while fostering a positive organizational culture.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion in HR matters
- Strong leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- Experience in fostering employee engagement and organizational development
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
- High ethical standards, adaptability, and strategic thinking
Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Public/Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred)
- SHRM-SCP or PHR certification is desirable
Experience:
- 5-7 years of progressively responsible HR management experience (public agency experience preferred)
- Minimum of 3 years in a supervisory role
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary ($184,538 - $203,455 annually)
- CalPERS Retirement Plan (Classic: 2.7% @ 55, New: 2% @ 62)
- Fully paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees & dependents
- Generous vacation, sick leave, and 11 paid holidays + floating holiday hours
- Employer-matched deferred compensation plan
- Life insurance, short-term disability, EAP, wellness incentives & more
How to Apply
To be considered, submit your resume, cover letter, and four professional references (one each from a current supervisor, former supervisor, direct report, and colleague).
Apply here: https://apptrkr.com/6002706
Download Brochure here: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/aptcpskh92iznfw8vketp/Vallejo-Flood-Wastewater-HRManager.pdf?rlkey=t6e3rt1ce5c1kpiq0gl9enik8&e=1&st=qhuc7eab&dl=0
For inquiries, contact:
Gene Boucher, Managing Director
Gene@Boucher.Law | (510) 838-1000 (Option 2)
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