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Job Description
This recruitment will establish an employment list to fill current and any future vacancies within the Human Resources & Development Department. The anticipated life of the employment list is six months. If interested in employment for this position for current or future vacancies, please submit an online application for consideration.
Current vacancy is with the Tulare County Human Resources & Development Department located in Visalia, CA. The anticipated life of the list is six months.
Typical Duties
Receive, investigate and resolve sensitive issues and complaints of alleged discrimination or harassment, hostile work environment, or other County policy violations; prepare reports of investigation findings and recommendations, and present to management; receive, review, coordinate and monitor the processing of grievances; make recommendations for resolution; assist in the preparation of the County’s response; prepare materials for hearings and may represent County in hearings; conduct surveys and gather information related to collective bargaining; participate in developing the County’s position on matters within the scope of bargaining; and may serve as a member of the negotiating team; assist with communications and development of collaborative relations with a variety of employee organizations, public agencies, and community groups; develop articles and information for employee/employer communications including website and social media communications; advises supervisory and management staff regarding interpretation and application of Memoranda of Understanding, Meet and Confer obligations and Employee Relations Policy; advises supervisors and managers on disciplinary matters; recommends strategy for handling discipline cases, reviews proposed actions for consistency; train supervisory and management staff regarding County employee relations policies, Harassment/Discrimination Policy, Workplace Violence, and other policies related to the County workforce; analyze and evaluate employee organization requests and proposals for meet and confer negotiation sessions and related meetings and discussions; prepare reports and statistical summaries; may make presentations on proposed agreements for Board or management approval; may supervise professional and technical staff in conducting studies, research and preparing proposals on a project basis.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum qualifications are used as a guide for establishing the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license which are required and equivalent to the following.
Education: Equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with major coursework in public personnel or business administration, organizational development, human resources, investigations/law enforcement, or labor relations.
Experience: Level I: Requires Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in investigation of complaints or legal/criminal matters, labor or employee relations, or human resources administration. Level II: Requires five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in investigations of complaints or legal/criminal matters, labor relations, employee relations, or human resources administration.
Knowledge of : Investigative procedures and techniques applicable to discrimination/harassment complaints or violations of other policies; labor and employee relations functions; Federal and State Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action guidelines, laws, regulations and reporting requirements; meet and confer procedures and the employer's legal obligations; functions of the collective bargaining process; basic principles and practices of public administration or organizational development; administrative procedures and practices for processing grievances, disciplines; research methods and techniques, statistical analysis, sources of available information and accessing resources using online/technological methods.
Skill/Ability to: Work and communicate effectively with people of various education and socioeconomic backgrounds by respecting beliefs, interpersonal styles and behaviors of both clients and co-workers; operate contemporary office equipment inclusive of computer, keyboard, and all applicable electronic equipment; read and interpret professional journals, laws, regulations, and other complex material; interpret and apply labor laws and provisions of Memoranda of Understanding; counsel employees and management regarding various complaints in the workplace; communicate verbally and effectively with employees, individuals and groups of various socioeconomic, cultural, and educational backgrounds including co-workers, departmental officials, complainants, and employee organizations; demonstrate sensitivity to a wide variety of issues and concerns raise by individuals with disabilities and from different protected groups; identify problems, establish and evaluate facts; conduct interviews and investigations, make findings and recommendations to obtain equitable solutions; write and prepare clear, concise reports, letters, memos and other written communication; analyze and evaluate data pertaining to salary, benefits and working conditions and make appropriate recommendations; develop, support and communicate the County's position to employee organizations during meet and confer sessions or in other communications; organize work and establish priorities; prepare and make effective verbal presentations; give and follow verbal and written instructions.
Additional Information
Conditions of Employment:- Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license.
- Candidates selected will be required to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Additionally, a background investigation may also be conducted, which may include a re-investigation every 10 years for some positions.
- An Employment Eligibility Verification using E-Verify may be required on the first day of employment for some positions.
- Some job classes may also require a physical exam.
College Cost Reduction Access Act : This may be a qualifying position for student loan forgiveness through the College Cost Reduction and Access Act (CCRAA). Only student loan payments made after October 1, 2007 and in a qualified repayment plan are eligible. For more information you are encouraged to speak with your student loan service or visit: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Bargaining Unit 19
The information listed is a general summary of benefits. These provisions do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and are subject to change.
Benefit Amount: An annual benefit amount is provided and may be applied towards health insurance premiums (medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability). This benefit is pro-rated and paid on a pay period basis (24 pay periods).
Health Insurance: A choice of PPO and HMO medical plans which include PPO and HMO dental plans and include dental and vision coverage. Dependent coverage is available. Providers include Anthem Blue Cross, Kaiser Permanente, Delta Dental, and Vision Services Plan (VSP).
Retirement : The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the 1937 Act County Employees Retirement Act and integrated with Social Security. In addition to ordinary retirement benefits, the plan provides disability and death benefits. Retirement contributions are made by both the County and the employee. The County has reciprocity with the State of California, contracting PERS agencies, and all County 1937 Act Retirement Systems.
Paid Holiday Leave : 12 set days and 1 personal holiday.
Vacation Accrual :
2 weeks per year (0-3 years of service)
3 weeks per year (3-7 years of service)
4 weeks per year (7-11 years of service)
5 weeks per year (11+ years of service)
Limit of 300 hours.
FLSA exempt employees accrue an additional 5 days of vacation per year.
Sick Leave Accrual : 12 days per year with unlimited accumulation, 60 hours of which may be used toward family sick leave.
Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D: $30,000; Provided by Standard Insurance Company.
Long Term Disability Insurance: A Long Term Disability plan is provided. This provides financial protection for you by paying a portion of your income while you are disabled.
Employees are covered by State Disability Insurance. The premium is paid by the employee.
Deferred Compensation : A voluntary deferred compensation plan is available.
To view more detailed descriptions of Tulare County's benefits, please view the Benefits section of our Web site at https://tularecounty.ca.gov/hrd/benefits-wellness/health-plans-active-employees/
The Provisions Of This Bulletin Do Not Constitute An Expressed Or Implied Contract And Are Subject To Change.
Closing Date/Time: 3/17/2025 11:59 PM Pacific -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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County of Tulare - HR&D
Show moreThe mission of Tulare County Human Resources and Development is to attract, retain, and develop a highly skilled workforce. We provide a wide array of services to our department and agencies including training, payroll processing, employee/labor relations, employee records, wellness programs, and benefits administration. Our dedicated staff supports 20 County Departments and over 5,100 employees in more than 800 job classifications.
Tulare County employees enjoy generous benefits, including a choice of excellent health plans, vacation, paid time off and retirement packages. Working for Tulare County is like working with family. You are encouraged, supported and given flexibility to balance your work life and your private life. You'll have an opportunity to begin or enhance a meaningful career where what you do matters.
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