HR Leadership: Deputy Director of People & Programs

City of Stockton, CA; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Stockton, CA is seeking a Deputy Director of Human Resources to lead multiple HR divisions, including workforce planning, benefits, risk services, and labor relations. The role supervises HR professionals, develops programs, and ensures compliance with laws and City policies.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in a related field with at least five years of professional HR experience, including two years in a supervisory capacity. Public sector experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business/public administration, industrial relations, human resource management or related field; with five years of professional HR experience.
• Minimum two years managerial or supervisory experience in multiple HR areas.
• Public agency experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and direct divisions of the HR department; supervise staff and conduct performance evaluations.
• Develop and direct programs in workforce planning, benefits, risk management, employee relations, and labor relations.
• Oversee budget development, justify expenditures, and manage division budgets.
• Interpret laws and regulations; draft policies and ordinances affecting HR.
• Negotiate contracts with bargaining units and vendors; present reports to City Council.

Skills

Strategic planning

Budgeting & financial acumen

Staff supervision

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/public administration or related field

Tools

HRIS/RMIS

Job description

City of Stockton, CA is seeking a Deputy Director of Human Resources to lead multiple HR divisions, including workforce planning, benefits, risk services, and labor relations. The role supervises HR professionals, develops programs, and ensures compliance with laws and City policies.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in a related field with at least five years of professional HR experience, including two years in a supervisory capacity. Public sector experience is preferred.