Interim Vice Chancellor of Human Resources

Salary: $284,707.64 - $308,176.72 Annually
Location : (DO) 1919 Spanos Ct, Sacramento, CA 95825
Job Type: Executive
Job Number: REQ02070
College: District Office
Department: Human Resources
Opening Date: 11/10/2026
Closing Date: 11/24/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: LRMA
Management Track: Interim
Beginning (on or about): 12/17/2026
Ending Date: 05/31/2027
Work Schedule: The assignment may include day, evening, weekend, and/or off-campus hours.
Hours per Week: 40; may exceed 40 hrs per week based on department needs
Additional Salary Information: Additional stipend for an earned doctorate from an accredited institution.
Campus Website: https://losrios.edu/about-los-rios/our-values

Position Summary
Under direction of the Deputy Chancellor, the Vice Chancellor of Human Resources plans, directs, organizes and supervises the day-to-day operations of the human resources services for all employees of the District. The Vice Chancellor of Human Resources also advises the Chancellor and Deputy Chancellor regarding employment practices and working conditions, administers employment contracts, and promotes good employer-employee relations. The Vice Chancellor of Human Resources manages the Office of Human Resources, the department record keeping systems, and employee processing/orientation including the complex human resources information system. The position also supervises the implementation of District policies and procedures that affect personnel and prepares and recommends the annual budget for the department.

The Vice Chancellor of Human Resources plans, organizes, and directs the work of others; works effectively with individuals and groups; analyzes situations accurately, identifies appropriate solutions, and taking action. The position also develops and maintains credibility with employees and bargaining units; develops and maintains a strong service orientation; communicates effectively, both orally and in writing, with the public and staff and represents the human resources department and articulates the position of the colleges and district.

The human resources department maintains a focus on:

• Human resources management, practices, and procedures.
• Human relations and dynamics.
• Principles of negotiations.
• Employee development techniques, supervision, and training.
• Laws pertaining to employment in public education.
• Computerized processes for personnel (human resources) transactions.
• Using and supporting the Interest Based Approach (IBA) to problem and conflict resolution.

Typical Duties
Typical duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Planning and supervising the recruitment and selection of all District employees.
• Facilitating human resources processes so that appropriate staff may recommend the appointment, promotion, transfer or reassignment, leave of absence, and termination of employees.
• Supervising and monitoring the Los Rios diversity efforts.
• Compiling and analyzing data.
• Preparing reports.
• Investigating, as needed, and assisting in the resolution of discrimination, harassment, and general workplace complaints.
• Interpreting provisions of negotiated contracts and ensuring all action taken under the employer/employee relations contracts are in conformity with the contract and governing laws.
• Participating in collective bargaining matters and may serve as a chief negotiator.
• Monitoring and expediting the processing of employee grievances.
• Supervising the development and analysis of studies to determine the needed modifications to policies and procedures.
• Assisting in the development or modification of policies and procedures recommended to the Deputy Chancellor, Chancellor, and Board of Trustees.
• Providing training and guidance to individuals on matters such as job classification, compensation, qualifications for positions, employment contracts, and other matters related to employment status with the District.
• Ensuring that laws and regulations related to employment matters are followed.
• Serving as a resource for the development and implementation of staff development and training programs for employees.
• Responsibility for staff development activities for District Office personnel.
• Preparing and analyzing comparative data for studies relating to salary schedules, fringe benefits, and working conditions.
• Responsibility for developing and maintaining job specifications.
• Reviewing the staffing requirements for grant applications and contracts.
• Serving at the direction of the Deputy Chancellor and Chancellor on District, community, state, and national committees requiring representation on human resource matters.

Performing other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Have a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
2. Three years' experience as an administrator in education, government, or industry. Have experience in human resources, preferably as a human resources administrator in an educational setting.
3. Have an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, including those with physical or learning disabilities as it relates to differences in learning styles; and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment.

Application Instructions
Before You Apply:

Follow the steps below to ensure your application is complete and ready for review. Applicants not following the guidelines below may be disqualified. Do not submit additional materials not requested or you may be disqualified.
Required Application Documents:
Applicants must submit the following

1. Los Rios Community College District Application
2. Letter of Interest
3. Resume

Additional Instructions:

• Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.
• Only information listed on the application and transcripts (if requested) will be used to verify Minimum Qualifications.
• Applications stating see other documents e.g. "see resume"or "see transcripts" will be disqualified.
• Applications missing any required documentation will be disqualified.