Public HR & Risk Management Leader

City of West Covina; West Covina (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of West Covina seeks an experienced Human Resources & Risk Management leader to plan, organize and manage daily HR operations, including recruitment, classification, benefits, training and labor relations. The role provides expert guidance to managers, leads HR staff, and ensures compliance with laws and city policies.

Responsibilities include developing programs, managing budgets, policy development, and advising on complex personnel issues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, organizational development, business or public administration or related field.
• Five years of responsible experience in human resources management including two years as a supervisor or lead; Master’s preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes and manages daily operations of HR and Risk Management programs.
• Oversees recruitment, selection, retention, classification and compensation, benefits, training and development, employee and labor relations and negotiations.

Skills

Leadership

HR policies

Negotiations

Labor relations

Employee relations

Risk management

Staff development

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field

Master’s degree in related field (desired)

Tools

HRIS

Applicant Tracking System (ATS)

Job description

The City of West Covina seeks an experienced Human Resources & Risk Management leader to plan, organize and manage daily HR operations, including recruitment, classification, benefits, training and labor relations. The role provides expert guidance to managers, leads HR staff, and ensures compliance with laws and city policies.

Responsibilities include developing programs, managing budgets, policy development, and advising on complex personnel issues.