Human Resources Manager

The County of Yolo Human Resources Department is recruiting for one full-time, at-will Human Resources Manager.

SALARY

$135,220.80–$164,340.80 annually

LOCATION

Woodland, California

APPLICATION DEADLINE

5:00 p.m. Pacific on Friday, August 14, 2026

ABOUT THE POSITION

Under executive direction, the Human Resources Manager plans, directs, administers and manages a major group of County-wide personnel services and programs within the Human Resources Department; coordinates assigned activities with other County departments and outside agencies; and provides highly responsible and complex administrative support to the Director of Human Resources while adhering to and advancing the County’s principles of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

The Human Resources Manager reports to the Director of Human Resources or other higher-level personnel. The position is responsible for coordinating and directing human resources programs, including recruitment and selection, classification, compensation, position control, workforce development and training, leaves management, employee relations, discipline, payroll and benefits administration.

The position supervises professional, technical and clerical staff and assumes substantive and significant responsibility for County-wide Human Resources programs, projects and initiatives.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan, manage and oversee the functions, operations and activities of multiple human resources programs within assigned service areas.
• Direct, assign, coordinate, review and evaluate the work of staff and delegate appropriate authority and responsibility.
• Manage the development and implementation of departmental goals, objectives, policies, procedures and priorities; assess and recommend appropriate service and staffing levels; and allocate resources accordingly.
• Monitor and evaluate service delivery methods, workload, workflow, administrative and support systems and internal reporting relationships; identify opportunities for improvement; and direct the implementation of changes.
• Interpret, explain and ensure compliance with local, state and federal laws, County policies and procedures, Personnel Rules and Regulations, Memoranda of Understanding and employee agreement provisions.
• Develop strategies and initiatives that integrate diversity, equity and inclusion principles and practices into programs and create fair and equitable access to opportunities.
• Assist in managing the County’s employee relations function; participate in the bargaining process with employee organizations as appropriate; interpret and administer labor contracts; manage grievance and disciplinary processes; conduct administrative reviews of discipline; and lead or participate in investigations as required.
• Select, train and motivate Human Resources staff and provide, coordinate and support County-wide training.
• Assist in developing and administering the Human Resources Department’s budget for assigned work areas and monitor approved expenditures.
• Coordinate Human Resources Department activities with other County departments and outside agencies and organizations; prepare and present staff reports and other correspondence; and respond to difficult and sensitive inquiries and complaints.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Public or Business Administration, Human Resources Management, Organizational Development, Industrial Psychology or a related field; AND

Experience: Five years of full-time experience in a public-sector human resources office or other department performing professional-level analytical work in areas such as payroll, recruitment, classification and compensation, employee and labor relations, benefits administration, organizational development, fiscal and administrative functions related to personnel management and/or staff development.

At least two of the five years must be at the supervisory or management level.

Substitution: A master’s degree in Public or Business Administration, Human Resources Management, Organizational Development, Industrial Psychology or a related field may substitute for one year of the non-supervisory experience.

LICENSE REQUIREMENT

The position requires a valid California driver’s license, Class C or higher, to carry out job-related duties. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a physical or mental disability may request a reasonable accommodation.

BENEFITS

The County of Yolo offers a benefits package that includes:

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• CalPERS retirement
• Deferred compensation plans
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Vacation, sick and administrative leave
• Holidays and floating holidays
• Disability plans
• Social Security and Medicare

HOW TO APPLY

Review the official GovernmentJobs announcement for the complete job description, benefits information and application instructions.

Applicants must submit a cover letter and detailed résumé as directed in the official announcement by 5:00 p.m. Pacific on Friday, August 14, 2026.