MANAGER I

CA Science Center; California; Hybrid; USD 97,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The California Science Center in Los Angeles seeks an experienced Human Resources Director and Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Officer. This role oversees HR programs for multiple state agencies and advises executive management on sensitive personnel matters.

Leading a team of HR professionals, the incumbent ensures compliance with civil service laws, labor agreements, and EEO requirements while fostering inclusive, diverse stakeholder relationships.

Qualifications

• Experience leading comprehensive HR programs, preferably in CA state government.
• Extensive knowledge of CA civil service laws, rules, regulations, and personnel policies.
• Experience administering labor relations, interpreting CBAs, advising on complex employee relations.
• Knowledge of EEO laws, policies, complaint processes, and compliance requirements.
• Leadership, development, and evaluation of staff; setting priorities and ensuring operations.
• Experience developing and implementing HR policies and organizational improvements.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills for sensitive matters.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with executives, employees, and external agencies.
• Ability to exercise discretion, maintain confidentiality, and build diverse stakeholder relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead HR programs for the California Science Center, CA African American Museum, and Exposition Park Management.
• Advise executive management on complex personnel matters and direct HR teams.
• Ensure compliance with civil service laws, regulations, and collective bargaining agreements.
• Oversee recruitment, examinations, classification and pay, labor relations, and health and safety programs.

Skills

HR leadership

CA civil service laws

labor relations

EEO knowledge

staff development

policy development

analytical skills

communication skills

confidentiality

Job description

Job Posting: Human Resources Director / EEO Officer

California Science Center

JC-538366

$8,715.00 - $9,899.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: Until Filled

The California Science Center is seeking an experienced and highly motivated professional to serve as its Human Resources Director and Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Officer. This position provides leadership and oversight of comprehensive human resources programs supporting the California Science Center, California African American Museum, and Office of Exposition Park Management. Under the general direction of the Deputy Director of Administration, the Human Resources Director oversees personnel administration, recruitment and examinations, classification and compensation, labor and employee relations, EEO, workforce planning, and health and safety programs. The incumbent serves as a key advisor to executive management on complex and sensitive personnel matters, directs a team of human resources professionals, and ensures compliance with applicable civil service laws, regulations, and collective bargaining agreements. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, sound judgment, excellent communication skills, and the ability to navigate complex personnel matters while fostering collaborative relationships and delivering effective human resources services. We actively cultivate an inclusive atmosphere that embraces individuals from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and life journeys, empowering them to excel and flourish. We enthusiastically welcome your distinctive contributions to our organization and the meaningful work we undertake. If you’re a detail-oriented professional with a commitment to excellence, we invite you to apply. We especially encourage veterans and persons with disabilities to apply. To learn more about the California Science Center, visit our website at www.californiasciencecenter.ca.gov.

Working Conditions

PLEASE REFER TO DUTY STATEMENT IN THE WORK ENVIRONMENT SECTION.

Minimum Requirements

• MANAGER I

Number of positions: 1

Work Location: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Work Shift: 8:00am - 5:00pm

Work Week: Monday - Friday

Department Information

The California Science Center, a prominent state scientific and technological museum, is located south of Downtown Los Angeles at Exposition Park and is open to the public seven days a week, 362 days per year, with free general admission to its permanent exhibit galleries. One of California’s premier family destinations, it features award-winning exhibits that aim to inspire science learning and the permanent home for the Space Shuttle Endeavor.

Mission: The California Science Center aspires to stimulate curiosity and inspire science learning in everyone by creating fun, memorable experiences because we value science as an indispensable tool for understanding our world, accessibility and inclusiveness, and enriching people’s lives.

Note: In July 2025, the State of California implemented the Personal Leave Program (PLP) 2025. This program temporarily reduces employees’ monthly base pay in exchange for paid leave credits. This position is subject to PLP 2025 and will have a monthly base pay reduction of 3% in exchange for 5 hours of leave credits through June 2027. The salary ranges shown on this job posting do not reflect the salary reduction.

Special Requirements

The selected candidate will be required to submit to pre-employment hiring clearances which include the following: Department of Justice Live Scan fingerprint and medical testing for tuberculosis, within three business days of receipt of a conditional offer of employment.

Eligibility and Additional Information

To be considered for the job vacancy you MUST satisfy one of the following requirements:

List Eligibility – Successfully complete the civil service exam for the classification (see Examination Information section below).

Transfer Eligibility – Must have current employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable. If in a different classification, you must meet the minimum qualifications (see Minimum Qualifications section and associated links above).

Reinstatement Eligibility – Previously obtained permanent employment with the State of California in the same classification or in a classification that is comparable. If in a different classification, you must meet the minimum qualifications (see Minimum Qualifications section and associated links above).

Desirable Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience managing and overseeing comprehensive human resources programs, preferably within California state government.


• Extensive knowledge of California civil service laws, rules, regulations, and personnel policies, including classification and pay, recruitment, examinations, and personnel administration.


• Experience administering labor relations programs, interpreting collective bargaining agreements, and advising management on complex employee relations matters, including grievances, progressive discipline, and adverse actions.


• Knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws, policies, complaint processes, and compliance requirements.


• Demonstrated ability to lead, develop, and evaluate professional and technical staff while establishing priorities and ensuring operational effectiveness.


• Experience developing and implementing human resources policies, procedures, and organizational improvements.


• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to evaluate sensitive and complex personnel matters and recommend appropriate solutions.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to provide clear guidance and effectively communicate with executive management, employees, labor representatives, and external agencies.


• Demonstrated ability to exercise discretion, maintain confidentiality, and establish effective working relationships with diverse stakeholders.

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.