
Manager - Human Resources/ Employment Services at Santa Clara County Office Of Education
Requirements / Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Any combination equivalent to:
- Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in human resources, organizational development, public administration, public policy, psychology, or another field of study reasonably related to the overall concept of this classification, AND
- Experience: Four years increasingly responsible experience in human resources.
Requirements / Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Any combination equivalent to:
- Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in human resources, organizational development, public administration, public policy, psychology, or another field of study reasonably related to the overall concept of this classification, AND
- Experience: Four years increasingly responsible experience in human resources.
Comments and Other Information
THE POSITION
The Personnel Services Division is now accepting applications for Manager – Human Resources/ Employment Services.
Under the direction of the Director III - Human Resources/Certificated, organizes and manages the activities and operations of the Santa Clara County Office of Education’s Employment Services Unit; supervises the day-to-day operations and activities involved in recruitment, screening, selection, processing, and compensation of certificated personnel; participates in the development of personnel policy; advises and confers with management regarding the application of personnel management practices; assists with contract administration and interpretation; manages and conducts certificated and/or classified layoff and reemployment activities; trains and evaluates the performance of assigned personnel.
This position will oversee supervisors for the Employment Services, Resource Support Services, and Onboarding/Recruitment teams.
The ideal candidate for the Manager – Human Resources/Employment Services role is a strategic and collaborative leader with a strong background in managing change and driving innovation in human resources operations. They bring demonstrated experience in leading the successful adoption and integration of productivity tools and software that enhance efficiency, compliance, and service delivery within a public education or similarly complex environment. This individual excels at building and developing high-performing teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, and mentoring staff to reach their full potential. With a deep understanding of employment services, recruitment, and credentialing processes, the ideal candidate is adept at navigating policy, labor agreements, and regulatory frameworks while maintaining a focus on service and operational excellence.
This position is full-time, in-person and has a work year of 12 months / 261 days / 8 hours per day.
Leadership team members are eligible to receive a $2,500 annual stipend for a master’s degree and a $2,500 additional stipend for a doctorate, provide official documentation is submitted.
To learn more about this position, click here to view the job description.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
The following application materials are required:
1. Completed SchoolJobs.com Online Application
2. Cover Letter
3. Resume
4. Answers to supplemental questions (embedded in the online application)*
*NOTE: Supplemental questions are included in the application form and will be used in the initial screening process. Please answer these questions as fully as possible.
The application and materials must be received by the application deadline. Incomplete or late applications will not be accepted. If you are unsure if your application and all required materials have been received, please contact the recruiter for this position, prior to the final filing date.
EXAMINATION PROCEDURES
- Assessments and interviews may take place virtually or in-person.
- Following the final filing date, the qualifications of all candidates will be evaluated.
- The most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in a written exam, tentatively scheduled for July 2, 2025.
- Those who pass the written exam will be invited to participate in an oral examination with subject matter experts, tentatively scheduled for the week of July 15, 2025.
- Based on the oral examination of qualified candidates, Classified Personnel Services will establish an unranked candidate list.
- Selected candidates from the list will be invited to a second interview with the hiring authorities, tentatively scheduled for July 22, 2025.
- Candidates will be invited over email to participate in examination and selection steps, using the email supplied within their SchoolJobs.com applications, or as updated by candidates in their SchoolJobs.com master profiles. Therefore, it is recommended that candidates check their email at least daily.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Employee Health and Wellness Program, including Employee Assistance Program and Mental Health and Well-Being resources
- Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
- California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS)
- 403b or 457 Retirement Accounts
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Sick Leave
- 16 Paid Holidays (including 2 floating holidays)
- Tuition Reimbursement
Comments and Other Information
THE POSITION
The Personnel Services Division is now accepting applications for Manager – Human Resources/ Employment Services.
Under the direction of the Director III - Human Resources/Certificated, organizes and manages the activities and operations of the Santa Clara County Office of Education’s Employment Services Unit; supervises the day-to-day operations and activities involved in recruitment, screening, selection, processing, and compensation of certificated personnel; participates in the development of personnel policy; advises and confers with management regarding the application of personnel management practices; assists with contract administration and interpretation; manages and conducts certificated and/or classified layoff and reemployment activities; trains and evaluates the performance of assigned personnel.
This position will oversee supervisors for the Employment Services, Resource Support Services, and Onboarding/Recruitment teams.
The ideal candidate for the Manager – Human Resources/Employment Services role is a strategic and collaborative leader with a strong background in managing change and driving innovation in human resources operations. They bring demonstrated experience in leading the successful adoption and integration of productivity tools and software that enhance efficiency, compliance, and service delivery within a public education or similarly complex environment. This individual excels at building and developing high-performing teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, and mentoring staff to reach their full potential. With a deep understanding of employment services, recruitment, and credentialing processes, the ideal candidate is adept at navigating policy, labor agreements, and regulatory frameworks while maintaining a focus on service and operational excellence.
This position is full-time, in-person and has a work year of 12 months / 261 days / 8 hours per day.
Leadership team members are eligible to receive a $2,500 annual stipend for a master’s degree and a $2,500 additional stipend for a doctorate, provide official documentation is submitted.
To learn more about this position, click here to view the job description.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
The following application materials are required:
1. Completed SchoolJobs.com Online Application
2. Cover Letter
3. Resume
4. Answers to supplemental questions (embedded in the online application)*
*NOTE: Supplemental questions are included in the application form and will be used in the initial screening process. Please answer these questions as fully as possible.
The application and materials must be received by the application deadline. Incomplete or late applications will not be accepted. If you are unsure if your application and all required materials have been received, please contact the recruiter for this position, prior to the final filing date.
EXAMINATION PROCEDURES
- Assessments and interviews may take place virtually or in-person.
- Following the final filing date, the qualifications of all candidates will be evaluated.
- The most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in a written exam, tentatively scheduled for July 2, 2025.
- Those who pass the written exam will be invited to participate in an oral examination with subject matter experts, tentatively scheduled for the week of July 15, 2025.
- Based on the oral examination of qualified candidates, Classified Personnel Services will establish an unranked candidate list.
- Selected candidates from the list will be invited to a second interview with the hiring authorities, tentatively scheduled for July 22, 2025.
- Candidates will be invited over email to participate in examination and selection steps, using the email supplied within their SchoolJobs.com applications, or as updated by candidates in their SchoolJobs.com master profiles. Therefore, it is recommended that candidates check their email at least daily.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Employee Health and Wellness Program, including Employee Assistance Program and Mental Health and Well-Being resources
- Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
- California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS)
- 403b or 457 Retirement Accounts
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Sick Leave
- 16 Paid Holidays (including 2 floating holidays)
- Tuition Reimbursement