Departmental Human Resources Officer-24232808

Shape the Culture and Be the Relationship Builder!! The County of San Diego is hiring for Departmental Human Resources Officer.Interviews will take place beginning the week of October 14, 2024 and job offers will be made shortly after interviews are complete.Some positions may have a teleworking and flexible schedule available after an initial training period and as special work projects permit.In collaboration with the County's central Department of Human Resources, Departmental Human Resources Officer's (DHRO) assist in the administration of human resources management programs for a department or agency. The County of San Diego has departments of different sizes which allows this role to either specialize or be more generalized.Departmental Human Resources Officers coordinate selection, hiring, and onboarding of departmental staff, work with the Department of Human Resources to develop recruitment and outreach strategies to attract quality candidates, advise departmental managers on various human resources matters, conduct investigations, and implement County-wide human resources policies. Duties may also include supervising professional, paraprofessional and/or clerical staff.Please click here for the complete Departmental Human Resources Officer job description.The ideal candidate will:• Demonstrate thorough knowledge and a solid understanding of the concepts of Diversity and Inclusion; and the ability to embrace, incorporate, and promote these concepts during the course of work• Demonstrate thorough knowledge and a solid understanding of Human Resources policies and procedures• Have the ability to be self-motivated and work independently under minimal supervision and guidance• Have the ability to communicate and interact effectively with staff, managers, and individuals outside of the department at all levels of the organization; and ability to communicate effectively verbally and in written form• Have the ability to demonstrate a high degree of organizational and multi-tasking skills• Have the ability to practice organizational acumen at all times• Have the ability to promote safe and healthy practices to departmental employees who work in a variety of settings and environments, including offices, laboratories, repair shops, medical/health facilities, and outdoor settings• Demonstrate thorough knowledge and understanding of hiring and recruitment techniques• Have the ability to assist and advise department staff on best hiring and recruitment practicesHIRING TIMELINE AND DATESThe timeline for this recruitment is outlined below:• Interviews, Job Offers and Background Process begin shortly after the recruitment closes. (Current County employees may be excluded from additional background screening.)• Pre-employment Medical Screening: Approximately 3 days following successful background investigation results.• Anticipated Start Date: Start date will be based upon successful completion of medical screening or other mutually agreed upon date.Candidates who are not selected will have the opportunity to compete for future vacancies.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSA bachelor's degree from an accredited U.S. college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency; AND, three (3) years of professional human resources experience.Note: A master's or doctoral degree from an accredited U.S. college or university or a certified foreign studies equivalency may substitute for one (1) year of the required experience; OR, additional years of experience as described above may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.The Department of Human Resources removes personally identifiable information from all recruitments. This practice, called Blind Applicant Screening, hides a candidate’s personal information that could influence or bias a hiring decision. Personal information includes name, phone number, address, gender, age and race. This process helps contribute to a fair and equitable selection process leading to a more diverse and inclusive workforce.The most highly qualified candidates, based on the evaluation results, will be referred for an interview. Be sure to include your experience in meeting the minimum requirements in both the Work Experience section and the Supplemental Questionnaire section of the Application.Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application Work History and/or supplemental questionnaire.CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENTAs part of the County of San Diego’s pre-employment process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment. Additional types of background investigations may be conducted based on the job-related activities of the position. Current County employees may be excluded from this process.EVALUATIONQualified applicants will be placed on a six (6) month employment list based on scores received during the evaluation of information contained in the supplemental questionnaire. Please ensure all information is complete and accurate as the responses you provide on the supplemental application form will be reviewed using an automated evaluation system. If you are successful in the initial screening process, your application will be reviewed individually to confirm that the information you provided is accurate and qualifying.Note: Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis.As an employer of over 19,000 employees, the County of San Diego is an organization committed to veteran hiring, retention, and professional development. We recognize the contributions and sacrifices made by our veterans and value the unique expertise and leadership qualities they bring to our workforce. We strive to provide veterans with the resources and tools necessary to maximize their employment opportunities, and to assist veterans with their transition into civilian life by applying the valuable skills, knowledge and training acquired in service to positions and career paths at all levels within our large organization. Click on the resource links below to learn more about how the County of San Diego supports its veterans.Veteran’s Preference Policy The County of San Diego offers preferential credits for military service to assist qualified applicants in transitioning from military to civilian careers with the County of San Diego.Military Skills Translator Do you need assistance translating your military experience into civilian experience? This tool can help!The County of San Diego and its employees embrace the vision of: a just, sustainable, and resilient future for all. Our values include: integrity, equity, access, belonging, excellence, and sustainability. Each of which are infused throughout our operations. While also embracing a mission of strengthening our communities with innovative, inclusive, and data driven services through a skilled and supported workforce. Click here for more information on our Strategic Plan (sandiegocounty.gov) as well as our commitment to serve everyone, to build a Framework for the Future that will create a County that works for all.Under California Government Code Sections 3100 - 3109, public employees are designated as disaster service workers. The term "public employees" includes all persons employed by the state or any county, city, state agency, or public district. Disaster service workers are required to participate in such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their employer or by law.The County of San Diego is committed to valuing diversity and practicing inclusion because our diverse workforce is our greatest asset and our customers are our number one priority.