Interim Vice Chancellor of Human Resources

Los Rios Community College District; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 285,000 - 308,000; Full time

Job summary

Los Rios Community College District in Sacramento seeks a Vice Chancellor of Human Resources to oversee day-to-day HR operations for all district employees, advise senior leadership on employment practices, administer contracts, and manage HR information systems. The role directs staff, develops policies, and prepares the department budget.

It requires strategic leadership, strong communication, and experience in negotiations, employee development, and district-wide HR programs.

Qualifications

• Have a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• Three years' experience as an administrator in education, government, or industry.
• Have experience in human resources, preferably as a human resources administrator in an educational setting.

Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise the recruitment and selection of all District employees.
• Facilitate HR processes for appointments, promotions, transfers, leaves, and terminations.
• Supervise the Los Rios diversity efforts.
• Prepare reports and analyze data.
• Interpret negotiated contracts and support bargaining activities.
• Provide staff development and training on compensation, job classification, and employment status.

Skills

Equity-minded focus

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution

Job description

Position Summary

Under direction of the Deputy Chancellor, the Vice Chancellor of Human Resources plans, directs, organizes and supervises the day-to-day operations of the human resources services for all employees of the District. The Vice Chancellor of Human Resources also advises the Chancellor and Deputy Chancellor regarding employment practices and working conditions, administers employment contracts, and promotes good employer-employee relations. The Vice Chancellor of Human Resources manages the Office of Human Resources, the department record keeping systems, and employee processing/orientation including the complex human resources information system. The position also supervises the implementation of District policies and procedures that affect personnel and prepares and recommends the annual budget for the department.

The Vice Chancellor of Human Resources plans, organizes, and directs the work of others; works effectively with individuals and groups; analyzes situations accurately, identifies appropriate solutions, and taking action. The position also develops and maintains credibility with employees and bargaining units; develops and maintains a strong service orientation; communicates effectively, both orally and in writing, with the public and staff and represents the human resources department and articulates the position of the colleges and district.

The human resources department maintains a focus on:

• Human resources management, practices, and procedures.
• Human relations and dynamics.
• Principles of negotiations.
• Employee development techniques, supervision, and training.
• Laws pertaining to employment in public education.
• Computerized processes for personnel (human resources) transactions.
• Using and supporting the Interest Based Approach (IBA) to problem and conflict resolution.

Typical Duties

Typical duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Planning and supervising the recruitment and selection of all District employees.
• Facilitating human resources processes so that appropriate staff may recommend the appointment, promotion, transfer or reassignment, leave of absence, and termination of employees.
• Supervising and monitoring the Los Rios diversity efforts.
• Compiling and analyzing data.
• Preparing reports.
• Investigating, as needed, and assisting in the resolution of discrimination, harassment, and general workplace complaints.
• Interpreting provisions of negotiated contracts and ensuring all action taken under the employer/employee relations contracts are in conformity with the contract and governing laws.
• Participating in collective bargaining matters and may serve as a chief negotiator.
• Monitoring and expediting the processing of employee grievances.
• Supervising the development and analysis of studies to determine the needed modifications to policies and procedures.
• Assisting in the development or modification of policies and procedures recommended to the Deputy Chancellor, Chancellor, and Board of Trustees.
• Providing training and guidance to individuals on matters such as job classification, compensation, qualifications for positions, employment contracts, and other matters related to employment status with the District.
• Ensuring that laws and regulations related to employment matters are followed.
• Serving as a resource for the development and implementation of staff development and training programs for employees.
• Responsibility for staff development activities for District Office personnel.
• Preparing and analyzing comparative data for studies relating to salary schedules, fringe benefits, and working conditions.
• Responsibility for developing and maintaining job specifications.
• Reviewing the staffing requirements for grant applications and contracts.
• Serving at the direction of the Deputy Chancellor and Chancellor on District, community, state, and national committees requiring representation on human resource matters.

Performing other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Have a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
2. Three years' experience as an administrator in education, government, or industry. Have experience in human resources, preferably as a human resources administrator in an educational setting.
3. Have an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, including those with physical or learning disabilities as it relates to differences in learning styles; and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment.

Position Details

• Salary: $284,707.64 - $308,176.72 Annually
• Location: (DO) 1919 Spanos Ct, Sacramento, CA 95825
• Job Type: Executive
• Job Number: REQ02070
• Department: Human Resources
• FLSA: Exempt
• Bargaining Unit: LRMA
• Management Track: Interim
• Beginning (on or about): 12/17/2026
• Ending Date: 05/31/2027
• Work Schedule: The assignment may include day, evening, weekend, and/or off-campus hours.
• Hours per Week: 40; may exceed 40 hrs per week based on department needs
• Additional Salary Information: Additional stipend for an earned doctorate from an accredited institution.

As a Los Rios employee, you have access to a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that offers flexibility and security both inside and outside of work.