Benicia Unified School District ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT FOR HUMAN RESOURCES BASIC FUNCTION: Under the direction of the Superintendent, plan, organize, control and direct District-wide Human Resources operations and activities for classified and certificated personnel including employee relations, staff development, Workers' Compensation, safety, benefits, credentialing, record-keeping, recruitment, selection, classification, compensation and evaluation functions; coordinate and direct communications, information, personnel and resources to meet District Human Resources needs and assure smooth and efficient Department activities; supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel. REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES: ESSENTIAL DUTIES: • Plan, organize, control and direct District-wide Human Resources operations and activities for classified and certificated personnel including employee relations, staff development, Workers' Compensation, safety, benefits, credentialing, record-keeping, recruitment, selection, classification, compensation and evaluation functions; assure personnel activities comply with established requirements, laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures. • Coordinate and direct communications, information, personnel and resources to meet District Resources needs and assure smooth and efficient Department activities; establish and maintain Department time lines and priorities; assure proper and timely resolution of classified and certificated personnel issues, complaints and conflicts; develop and implement personnel policies and procedures. • Supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel; interview and select employees and recommend transfers, reassignment, termination and disciplinary actions; coordinate subordinate work assignments and schedules, and review work to assure compliance with established standards, requirements and procedures; assure employee understanding of established requirements; direct the development and implementation of staff development activities. • Monitor, evaluate and determine staffing needs for various departments; coordinate recruitment and related advertising activities for classified and academic job vacancies; direct the screening of employee applications to assure candidates meet minimum qualifications; direct the preparation, distribution and advertising placement of announcements for job openings. • Plan, organize, control and direct the interviewing, selection and placement of personnel; oversee and participate in the conducting of interviews to determine eligibility of candidates; direct and participate in the analysis and accepting or rejecting of job applicants; coordinate and direct the distribution, collection and processing of employment applications; direct and assure proper processing and orientation of new employees. • Provide consultation and technical expertise to District administrators, staff and others concerning personnel standards, requirements, practices and procedures; respond to inquiries, resolve issues and conflicts and provide detailed and technical information concerning employee relations, collective bargaining agreements and related laws, codes, regulations and policies. • Direct collective bargaining activities for classified and certificated bargaining units; serve as a negotiator with representatives of bargaining units; maintain and update collective bargaining agreements as needed; maintain confidentiality of sensitive and privileged information. • Plan, organize, control and direct the review, evaluation and processing of applications and other documents to assure certificated personnel hold valid and proper credentials; direct the processing, evaluation and follow-up on Workers' Compensation claims and accident and injury reports. • Coordinate and direct the development, implementation and maintenance of District safety, loss prevention, Workers' Compensation and insurance programs and activities to protect assets and minimize loss expenses; investigate related employee and public complaints and claims. • Plan, organize, control and direct operations and activities related to District employee benefits programs including enrollment, data collection, record-keeping, accounting, claims processing and fund disbursement activities. • Monitor and analyze personnel activities and functions for financial effectiveness and operational efficiency; respond to administrative input concerning Human Resources needs; direct the development and implementation of policies, procedures and programs to enhance the financial effectiveness and operational efficiency of the Human Resources department. • Plan, organize control and direct the employee evaluation process for certificated and classified personnel; review evaluations to assure compliance with established standards and requirements. • Coordinate and participate in consultation activities to provide staff with information concerning the STRS and credential eligibility, requirements and procedures. • Develop and prepare the annual preliminary budget for the Human Resources department; analyze and review budgetary and financial data; control and authorize expenditures in accordance with established limitations. • Direct the preparation and maintenance of a variety of records, reports and files related to classified and certificated personnel, hires, Workers' Compensation, benefits, credentials, attendance, vacancies and assigned activities. • Serve as a member of the Superintendent's cabinet; provide technical information and assistance to the Superintendent regarding Human Resources issues, needs, services and activities; participate in the formulation and development of related policies, procedures and programs. • Maintain current knowledge of laws, codes, regulations and pending legislature related to personnel activities; modify programs, functions and procedures to assure compliance with local, State and federal requirements as appropriate. • Communicate with administrators, personnel and outside organizations to exchange information, coordinate activities and programs and resolve issues or concerns. • Operate a variety of office equipment including a computer and assigned software; drive a vehicle to conduct work. • Coordinate, attend and conduct a variety of meetings and committees; present materials and information concerning Department programs, services, operations and activities; represent the District at local, regional and State meetings, conferences, in-services, boards, councils and events. OTHER DUTIES: Perform related duties as assigned by the Superintendent KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES: KNOWLEDGE OF: • Planning, organization and direction of District-wide Human Resources operations and activities for classified and certificated personnel including employee relations, staff development, • Workers' Compensation, safety, benefits, credentialing, record-keeping, recruitment, selection, classification, compensation and evaluation functions. • Methods, procedures and terminology used in benefits administration, employee safety and credentialing. • Principles, techniques, procedures and terminology involved in the recruitment, selection, processing, orientation and compensation of classified and certificated employees. • Operations, policies and objectives relating to Human Resources activities. • State credential requirements and procedures. • Practices and procedures related to classified and certificated personnel. • Principles and techniques of labor relations and collective bargaining. • Bargaining unit contracts and salary schedules. • Policies and objectives of assigned programs and activities. • District Office organization, operations, policies and objectives. • Budget preparation and control. • Oral and written communication skills. • Principles and practices of administration, supervision and training. • Applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures. • Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy. • Operation of a computer and assigned software. ABILITY TO: • Plan, organize, control and direct District-wide Human Resources operations and activities for classified and certificated personnel including employee relations, staff development, Workers’ Compensation, safety, benefits, credentialing, record-keeping, recruitment, selection, classification, compensation and evaluation functions. • Coordinate and direct communications, information, personnel and resources to meet District Human Resources needs and assure smooth and efficient Department activities. • Supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel. • Monitor, evaluate, determine and coordinate response to staffing needs for various departments. • Provide consultation and technical expertise concerning classified and certificated Human Resources operations, standards, requirements, practices and procedures. • Direct and participate in the recruitment, analysis and accepting or rejecting of job applicants. • Coordinate and conduct collective bargaining activities for classified and certificated bargaining units. • Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. • Interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures. • Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others. • Operate a computer and assigned office equipment. • Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action. • Meet schedules and time lines. • Work independently with little direction. • Plan and organize work. • Prepare comprehensive narrative and statistical reports. • Direct the maintenance of a variety of reports, records and files related to assigned activities. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s degree and five years increasingly responsible Human Resources experience including work with classified and certificated personnel functions and two years in an administrative capacity. LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: • Valid California driver's license. • Valid Administrative Services Credential. WORKING CONDITIONS: ENVIRONMENT: • Indoor work environment. • Driving a vehicle to conduct work. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: • Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard. • Seeing to read a variety of materials. • Sitting for extended periods of time. • Hearing and speaking to exchange information and make presentations. WORK YEAR: • 220 Days