Public Sector HR Strategy Lead

City of Stockton; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Stockton seeks an Assistant Director of Human Resources to assist the Director in planning, directing and managing the HR Department. The role oversees one or more program areas, provides expert professional assistance to management, and may act as Director in their absence.

It emphasizes labor relations, budget administration, policy interpretation, and cross‑training within HR. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in business or public administration and six years of HR

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business or public administration plus six years in HR, employment law or policy interpretation; at least three years in management/supervisory roles.
• Substitutions allowed: MS in HRM, MS in IO Psychology, JD, MPA, MBA on a year-for-year basis.
• Public agency experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and directing the HR department’s goals, objectives, and procedures.
• Coordinate labor relations and negotiate goals and strategies; may serve as Chief Negotiator.
• Administer program areas, monitor budgets, and ensure compliance with laws and internal policies.
• Provide training and professional development for HR staff; supervise professional and technical staff.
• Represent the City in meetings with agencies, unions, and other stakeholders; implement policy improvements.

Skills

Labor relations

Budgeting

Staff supervision

Strategic planning

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business/public administration

MS in HR Management / IO Psychology or JD/MPA/MBA substitute

Job description

City of Stockton seeks an Assistant Director of Human Resources to assist the Director in planning, directing and managing the HR Department. The role oversees one or more program areas, provides expert professional assistance to management, and may act as Director in their absence.

It emphasizes labor relations, budget administration, policy interpretation, and cross‑training within HR. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in business or public administration and six years of HR