Salary: $128,668.80 - $156,894.40 Annually
Location : County of San Diego, CA
Job Type: Regular - Full time
Job Number:Department: Health & Human Serv Agcy
Division: Human Resources
Opening Date: 10/07/2026
Closing Date: 10/17/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Job SummaryThe County of San Diego is seeking a highly motivated and experienced human resources professional for
Human Resources ManagerInterviews will be held the week of November 16, 2026. A job offer will be made to the selected candidate the week of December 7, 2026.
The starting salary for this position will be based on the candidate's qualifications at time of appointment.
Future Salary IncreasesJune 2027 - 4.49% increase to base pay (3% Across-the- Board + 1.49% Market Adjustment)
This position may have a mix of teleworking and in-office work available after an initial training period.
Human Resources Managers work in collaboration with department staff and the Department of Human Resources to assist in planning, organizing and directing human resources activities for a department or Group office, which includes talent acquisition and onboarding, compensation, payroll, diversity and inclusion, human resources data and reporting and personnel policies/procedures. The current opening is with the Health and Human Services Agency; however, the list established from this recruitment may be used to fill vacancies in other departments as they occur.
Ideal Candidate- Expansive knowledge of managing all human resources functions, preferably in a public sector environment
- Strategic planner who anticipates future consequences and trends accurately while applying knowledge appropriately
- Possess organizational and political awareness of sensitive projects, programs and services
- Demonstrates a successful management philosophy that is strongly customer-service oriented
- Knowledge of County personnel and payroll terminology, practices and procedures
- Ability to assist departments in the dispute resolution process such as grievances, appeals, complaints, and other employee relations matters by monitoring timelines of such disputes, guiding staff throughout the process, and reviewing and approving recommendations
- Ability to interpret Memoranda of Agreement
- Understanding of and exposure to Labor/Employee Relations
- Ability to monitor and coordinate multi-departmental human resources projects and high priority planning to ensure all risks are identified and correlating controls exist
- Approach problem solving from a global perspective
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to develop goals, objectives, plans, and programs to maximize the use of fiscal and human resources across departments
- Successfully demonstrate the ability to communicate with individuals of all background and professional levels
- Have experience working with Diversity and Inclusion initiatives
Click the following link for the complete , including examples of qualifying education and experience, working conditions, and more information regarding the position.
Hiring Process and Timeline The timeline for this recruitment is outlined below.
- Job Offer and Background Process begins: Shortly after the interviews. Note: 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.
If you are not selected for this interview process, you may have the opportunity to compete for future vacancies.
Minimum Qualifications- A bachelor's degree from an accredited U.S. college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency preferably in public administration, business administration, human resources management, industrial/organizational psychology, or a closely related field, AND, five (5) years of professional human resources experience performing general human resources or training activities, two (2) years of this experience must have been at the full supervisory level; OR,
- Nine (9) years of professional human resources experience performing general human resources or training activities, two (2) years of this experience must have been at the full supervisory level.
Notes: The possession of a master's degree from an accredited U.S. college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency in the fields stated above may substitute for up to one (1) year of the experience requirement stated above.
AttachmentsFor your education and/or certifications to be considered, you must attach a copy of your degree, transcripts, diploma, foreign equivalency report and/or certifications to your application.
Blind Applicant ScreeningThe 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.
EvaluationThe names of qualified applicants will be placed on a
six (6) month employment list based upon scores received during the evaluation of information contained in their employment application and supplemental questionnaire.
AccommodationReasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, on a case-by-case basis.
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Your responses to the following questions may be used to determine your overall score. Please ensure that details related to any area selected below are included in the work history section of the application. Do you understand this information?
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Please indicate how you qualify for Human Resources Manager. (In order for education to qualify, copies of transcripts, diplomas and/or foreign studies equivalency certificate must be submitted at time of application.)
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited U.S. college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency, AND, five (5) years of professional human resources experience performing general human resources or training activities, two (2) years of which must have been at a supervisory level.
- Master's degree from an accredited U.S. college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency, AND, four (4) years of professional human resources experience performing general human resources or training activities, two (2) years of which must have been at a supervisory level.
- Nine (9) years of professional human resources experience performing general human resources or training activities, two (2) years of which must have been at the supervisory level.
- I do not meet the minimum qualifications listed above.
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Please indicate your experience with employee-relations activities and with supporting your employer/department in a business partner capacity. Select all that apply.
Note: Any experience checked below must be described in detail in the "Work History" section of your application. If selected for an interview, you may be asked to provide additional details or clarifications on the areas selected below.
- Opening & Coordinating Management Level Recruitments
- Conducting Workforce & Succession Planning
- Performing Position Analysis (i.e., Classification Action Request)
- Performing Budget/Position Management
- Processing & Reviewing Unemployment/ Worker Compensation Claims
- Marketing & Talent Development
- Advising management on Human Resources related issues, policies, and procedures
- Researching and providing reports to upper-level management
- Assisting with forecasting to ensure ongoing operational needs are met
- Identifying and recommending solutions for employee related issues
- None of the above
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Please indicate your supervisory experience and responsibilities. Select all that apply.
Note: Any experience checked below must be described in detail in the "Work History" section of your application. If selected for an interview, you may be asked to provide additional details or clarifications on the areas selected below.
- Assigning work
- Reviewing staff work
- Presenting trainings in a classroom environment
- Preparing performance reviews
- Serving as a hiring manager
- Coaching, disciplining or dismissing employees
- Supervising "professional" Human Resources staff
- None of the above
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Please indicate if you have experience and responsibilities for the management/enforcement of any of the following. Select all that apply.
Note: Any experience checked below must be described in detail in the "Work History" section of your application. If selected for an interview, you may be asked to provide additional details or clarifications on the areas selected below.
- Human Resources/Payroll policies and procedures
- FMLA
- FLSA
- Title VII
- ADA
- Worker's Compensation
- None of the above
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Please indicate your experience in the areas of recruitment/selection and classification/compensation.
Note: Any experience checked below must be described in detail in the "Work History" section of your application. If selected for an interview, you may be asked to provide additional details or clarifications on the areas selected below.
- Assisting in development of recruitment plans
- Advising the department on the design and scoring of interview questions
- Advising management on the selection and hiring of candidates
- Performing or assisting with job analysis or position study activities
- Preparing letter of justification for re-classifications
- Responding to employee generated classification requests
- Assisting with the planning and implementation of hiring events
- None of the above
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Where did you first hear about this job opportunity?
- San Diego County website
- Governmentjobs.com
- Veteran Outreach / FFSC
- Mana de San Diego
- Family, Neighbors, Friends
- County Employee Resources Group
- College/University Career Site
- County Social Media
- LinkedIn
- Indeed
- Voice and Viewpoint
- Government Alliance on Race and Equity
- Job Fair/Career Event
- Other
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If you answered "Job Fair/Career Event" or "Other" to the question above, please indicate where you first heard about this job opportunity.
If this does not apply, please indicate "N/A" below.
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