About the Department

DEFINITION:

 Under the direction of the Superintendent/President, the Associate Vice President of Human Resources serves as 1) the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), 2) Equal Employment Opportunity and Diversity Officer (EEO), 3) Title IX Officer for the college and 4) Administrative Executive Leader responsible for the recruitment, employee record-keeping, union negotiation, contract administration, policy development, labor relations and staff development functions; coordinate and direct personnel, payroll and benefits, fiscal management, resources, communications and information to meet district needs; and supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel. 

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

 • Plan, organize, direct, and provide leadership for assigned human resources functions, services, and activities including recruitment programs and selection activities for academic, classified, and administrative personnel; classification and compensation studies and programs; and workers’ compensation activities and related programs.

 • Manage and participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for assigned programs; recommend and administer policies, procedures, and programs.

 • Monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of departmental service delivery methods and procedures and recommend, within departmental policy, appropriate service and staffing levels.

 • Oversee and participate in the development and administration of the human resources department and permanent labor annual budget; participate in the forecasting monitoring and approving expenditures; implement adjustments and applying zero-budgeting practices.

• Ensure the labor budget aligns with the organizational staffing model and complies with current laws and regulations.

• Evaluate, recommend, and implement strategies to improve institutional policies and practices to foster high levels of campus engagement, improve employee morale, and reduce employee turnover.

• Plan, direct, and coordinate the work of assigned staff, review and evaluate work products, methods, and procedures; and organize and meet with staff to plan, develop, and implement effective programs and services in assigned areas of responsibility.

 • Responsible for the oversight of payroll and benefits programs.

• Consult with and advise administrators, managers, and supervisors on a variety of human resources matters including in the interpretation and application of policies and procedures related to personnel, collective bargaining agreements, federal laws, state laws, California Education Code, and other applicable legal guidelines and rulings; and ensure personnel actions are in compliance with current law and internal policies.

• Recommend, plan, design, and implement training sessions for employees throughout the District, , including trainings on effective management practices, customer service, performance management, leadership development, and succession planning. Plan schedule, and arrange for trainers/facilitators to present appropriate staff development activities and sessions;

• Coordinate and present personnel training programs and informational presentations, 

• Provide assistance to the Superintendent/President as requested research background information related to labor negotiations; participate in reviewing and analyzing bargaining proposals from labor unions; serve as lead negotiator in bargaining unit contract negotiations, conduct meet-and confer discussions with unrepresented groups; and participate in the preparation of management proposals and counter-proposals.

• Participate in monitoring District adherence to collective bargaining agreements; participate in investigating and addressing employee grievances arising out of the application and interpretation of the collective bargaining agreements.

• Conducts or oversees a variety of employment investigations including complaints and allegations of: unlawful discrimination, sexual harassment, hostile work environment, etc. and according to approved District procedures.

• Manage and oversee the human resources management computer systems; participate in the development of new systems and in solving problems with existing systems in collaboration with Information Systems staff; and oversee and participate in the development and implementation of web-based human resources management systems including web-based recruitment activities.

• Oversee the processing of personnel transaction documents, maintenance of department records and files, and security and accessibility of those documents and records.

• Conduct a variety of studies and investigations; prepare a variety of statistical and narrative reports including governing board reports, Chancellor’s Office reports, contracts, documents, and other materials.

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive classification plan for positions within the District; conduct studies related to compensation, benefits, and classification of positions in the District; audit positions, recommend new classifications as needed, and allocate positions using established methods of job evaluation; gather, analyze, and interpret compensation and benefits data;

• Serve as designee for the District’s EEO and Diversity and Title IX Compliance Officer; assist in developing and administering the District’s Staff Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Plan and related policies and programs to assure compliance with federal, state, and District regulations.

• Serve as Chair of the EEO & Diversity Committee and Chairs or participates in committees related to professional development. Participates in other governance and adhoc committees as member of executive cabinet.

• Administer assigned employee relations programs including the District’s Incentive Program and Employee Rewards and Recognition Program.

• Keep abreast of laws, regulations, legislation, and court decisions pertaining to human resources programs and services; recommend and assist in implementation of changes in policy or procedures as necessary to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

• Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of human resources, program development, and implementation.

• Continuously review, evaluate, and modify performance evaluation tools to ensure alignment with the district goals, priorities, and job descriptions to administer effectively performance evaluations.

• Plan, organize, prepare, or direct the preparation and maintenance of a variety of narrative and statistical reports, records, and files related to assigned activities and personnel, including but not limited to employee retention studies, campus/department climate, and budget analysis; plan, organize, and present a variety of written and oral reports to the Board of Trustees, Superintendent/President, District Management Team and other District constituent groups.

• Participate and contribute to the college grant and fund raising development strategy.

• Participate in local outreach and community development. 

• Serve as the primary liaison to the District’s retirees, as it relates to benefits and relevant campus activities to keep them informed.

• Contribute and ensure the comprehensive master plan, institutional goals, and district priorities are achieved.

• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

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Position Duties

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: • Possession of a Master's degree with a major in human resources management, business administration, public administration, or related field. • Three years of increasingly responsible professional public personnel or related experience including one year of supervisory and management experience.

IMPORTANT:  To be considered for the position applying for, applicants must submit the required items by the deadline, which include: online IVC application, current resume, and ALL unofficial transcripts(transcripts must show degree was awarded or conferred with a completion date).  All attachments will be uploaded into the online application. Applications which do not include all of the required materials will not be forwarded to the screening committee for consideration. Materials submitted become property of the District and will not be returned, copied, or considered for other openings.

FOREIGN TRANSCRIPTS: 
Candidates who are applying for faculty and/or academic administrator positions and are submitting foreign transcripts must include a U.S. evaluation and translation from a NACES member organization. Please attach the documents to your online application.

Minimum Qualifications

RANGE 11 ON THE UNREPRESENTED  GROUPS SALARY SCHEULE: Initial Salary placement is normally at Step 1, no higher than Step 3.  Please click here to review current salary schedule.  

• First Review of Applications: Complete application packets will be accepted until the position is filled; but those received by August 7, 2026, are assured consideration. The College reserves the right to extend time limits or reinitiate the recruitment/selection process at any point.
• All application communications, including interview invitations, are sent through our applicant tracking system (NeoEd). Applicants are responsible for regularly monitoring their NeoEd account and ensuring that their contact information (including email address and phone number) is accurate and up to date. Failure to respond to interview invitations or other time-sensitive communications within the specified timeframe may result in removal from further consideration for the position. Due to the volume of applications received, candidates who do not respond may be considered withdrawn (no-show), and interview opportunities may be extended to other qualified applicants.

Benefits

Employer/employee paid medical coverage options, dental, vision, and life insurance.  For additional information, click here.

Earned annual sick leave.   

Earned annual vacation leave for classified and confidential classified employees.

Enrollment in a California Retirement System.

Supplemental Questions

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Please answer the following questions specifically and completely. These supplemental questions will be used with other application materials to screen applicants for interview. Applicants should submit at least one well-developed paragraph for each of the supplemental questions. Answers should be thoughtful, substantive, carefully edited and may be much longer than one paragraph. If your response exceeds the maximum 600 character limit, you may continue your response by attaching an additional typed document. Please make sure to identify the questions by number. I have read and understand the above statements.

• Yes
• No

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Supplemental Question A: What in your background and experience make you particularly well suited for this position at Imperial Valley College?

03

Supplemental Question B: How do you define Diversity? Please share an example of how your personal and professional experience have informed your perspective on diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA). How do you plan to integrate DEIA in your position?

04

Supplemental Question C: Discuss your experience working with diverse populations. How do you encourage and empower individuals from all backgrounds and abilities to overcome obstacles and achieve their goals? Please provide examples to help us better understand.

Required Question

Agency Information

Employer

Imperial Valley College

Address

380 E. Aten Rd.








Imperial, California, 92251

Phone

(760) 355-6210

Website

http://imperial.edu/faculty-and-staff/human-resources/