Director of Human Resources

Santa Margarita Water District; Rancho Santa Margarita (CA); On-site; USD 201,000 - 276,000; Full time

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Benefits package

Job summary

Santa Margarita Water District in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA is seeking a strategic and people-focused Director of Human Resources to join its executive team. This role partners with the General Manager to lead a modern, high-performing HR function in support of SMWD's mission.

The Director will oversee a dedicated team delivering full HR services and risk management programs while shaping organizational culture and refining systems at the executive level.

Job description

Santa Margarita Water District (SMWD) is seeking a strategic and people-focused Director of Human Resources to join its executive team as the District capitalizes on a period of meaningful organizational growth. This is a rare opportunity to serve as a true partner to the General Manager and lead a modern, high-performing HR function in support of SMWD's mission. The new Director will oversee a dedicated team delivering the full suite of human resource services and risk management program, while collaborating at the executive level to refine systems and shape organizational culture.

Salary & Benefits

This position will receive an annual salary of $201,489 - 276,040 DOE/DOQ, PLUS an attractive benefits package.

In-person interviews will take place on Tuesday morning, December 1st. While submissions will be accepted through Monday, November 23, candidates are encouraged to apply early as virtual screening conversations with top candidates will occur on a rolling basis prior to the interview date.