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HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER

Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization.

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
This recruitment will establish an open eligible list that will be used to fill current and future Human Resources Manager positions. The immediate vacancy to be filled from this list is within the Equal Employment Opportunity Program. 
The eligible list established may also be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower classifications throughout the County of Orange.

DEADLINE TO APPLY
This recruitment will be open for a minimum of five (5) business days and will close on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at 11:59PM (PST). Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately.

HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES
The mission of the County Executive Office, Human Resource Services (HRS) is to attract, retain, and develop a highly skilled and competent work force so that County agencies/departments can provide outstanding services to their customers. HRS supports County departments through the development and administration of human resources policies, programs, and systems in the following areas:

• Benefits and Wellness
• Classification and Compensation
• Disability and Absence Management
• Employee and Labor Relations
• Employee Records and Transactions
• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
• Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS)/Analytics
• Learning and Organizational Development
• Recruitment and Selection

THE OPPORTUNITY
The Human Resources (HR) Manager is responsible for managing and overseeing human resources programs, operations, and staff within a specific County department or Countywide HR function. This position provides operational leadership in areas such as employee and labor relations, recruitment, classification and compensation, training, benefits, compliance, and HR program administration while ensuring adherence to applicable laws, policies, and strategic objectives. 

Key responsibilities of the HR Manager include but are not limited to:

• Supervising and developing professional, paraprofessional, and support HR staff, including performance management, training, hiring, and disciplinary processes. 
• Planning, coordinating, and evaluating HR programs, projects, and daily operations to ensure effective service delivery and compliance with County goals and regulations. 
• Interpreting and applying federal, state, and local laws, regulations, policies, and procedures related to human resources administration and employment practices.
• Advising managers, supervisors, and employees on employment laws, policies, procedures, and human resources best practices. 
• Researching, analyzing, developing, and reviewing reports, policies, presentations, contracts, and other HR-related documents to support operational and executive decision-making.
• Managing budgets, procurement activities, contracts, and resource allocation for assigned HR programs or units. 
• Building collaborative partnerships with County departments, vendors, external agencies, and stakeholders while leading meetings, workgroups, and HR initiatives.
• Managing and overseeing complex human resources programs, operations, and staff in areas such as employee relations, recruitment, classification and compensation, benefits, labor relations, and compliance.
• Communicating effectively with executives, managers, supervisors, and employees by providing strategic consultation and guidance on sensitive and complex personnel and organizational issues.
• Establishing collaborative working relationships and leading cross-functional initiatives with internal departments, external agencies, labor representatives, and other stakeholders.

The immediate vacancy is within the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Access Program. The EEO Program Manager provides strategic guidance and consultation to departments on workplace conduct, discrimination prevention, reasonable accommodation, complaint resolution, and EEO compliance while supporting a respectful, inclusive, and legally compliant work environment.

Additionally, this list may be used to fill future vacancies within this classification.  

The primary duties of the EEO Program Manager include:

• Administering County EEO policies and procedures related to non-discrimination, harassment prevention, disability management, and workplace conduct expectations.
• Investigating and responding to Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH) complaints, including facilitating resolutions and supporting EEO-related litigation matters.
• Coordinating and monitoring Countywide harassment prevention and mandated EEO training initiatives, including education, outreach, and compliance efforts.
• Facilitating the interactive process and providing consultation regarding reasonable accommodation and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) matters.
• Analyzing complaint trends, legislation, and workforce data to prepare statistical reports, recommendations, and compliance-related analyses for executive leadership.
• Collaborating with County departments, County Counsel, Risk Management, labor representatives, and state/federal agencies to ensure consistent EEO compliance and effective resolution of employee concerns.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS 

The ideal candidate will possess more than five years of significant human resources experience performing the job duties described above. A bachelor’s degree or higher in Human Resources, Public Administration, Business Administration or a related field is highly desirable and may be used to substitute a year of the required experience. Professional certifications such as Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or Public Sector HR Association (PSHRA) are highly desirable but not required.  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Click here to learn more about the minimum qualifications for the Human Resources Manager classification as well as the physical characteristics and environmental conditions. NOTE: Foreign degrees require an evaluation of U.S. equivalency by an agency that is a member of the National Association of Credential Services (N.A.C.E.S.).
 
RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Human Resource Services (HRS) will screen all application materials for minimum and desirable qualifications. After screening, candidates who meet the minimum and desirable qualifications will be referred to the next step in the recruitment process.

Application Screening (Refer/Non-Refer)
Applications and supplemental responses will be screened for qualifications that are highly desirable and most needed to successfully perform the duties of this job. Only those applicants that meet the qualifications listed in the job bulletin will be referred to the next step.
 
Online Assessment(s) | (Un-Proctored, Weighted 100%) 
Applicants who meet desirable qualifications will be invited to participate in one or more job related assessments. Applicants will be notified of their test date and access code, if applicable. Only the most successful candidates will be placed on the eligible list. 

Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified.  All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedure. 
 
Eligible List | Score Groups
Once the assessment has been completed, HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies.

Veterans Employment Preference Policy (VEPP)
The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click here to review the policy.

Position Duties

EMAIL NOTIFICATION
Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account.  

NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply.

Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com. 

Minimum Qualifications