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T H E C O M M U N I T Y

Ideally located on the Pacific Ocean south of Los Angeles and just west of Orange County, Long Beach is the seventh largest city in the State of California. Offering all the world class amenities of a large metropolitan city, coupled with its strong sense of community and pride, Long Beach is one of the most vibrant communities in the country. The City has been referred to as the “Most Diverse City” in the country by USA Today and one of the “Best Communities for Young People” two years in a row. With its ideal location in Southern California, year-round comfortable climate, healthy business environment and far-ranging cultural pursuits, the City is alive with activity. Long Beach is home to an abundance of cultural and recreational options. Expansive beaches, three marinas, five golf courses, the Aquarium of the Pacific, the Queen Mary and the annual Grand Prix of Long Beach serve to draw 6.5 million visitors a year. The City’s full-service commercial airport has preferred flight schedules, carriers, and an overall accessibility that makes it the travel friendly alternative to other Southern California airports. In addition, Los Angeles’ rail transit system, the most used light rail system in the country, connects the city to the entire region. Long Beach continues to make significant investments in its parks, beaches, streets and other amenities (including a new city hall) indicative of the financial stability and health of the City.

C I T Y G O V E R N M E N T

Long Beach is a full-service Charter City governed by nine City Council members who are elected by district and a Mayor that is elected at-large. Elected officials also include the City Attorney, City Auditor, and City Prosecutor. The Council Members and the Mayor are subject to a three-term limit, which allows them to serve for a maximum of twelve years. The City Council appoints a City Manager and a City Clerk. The City Manager is responsible for the efficient administration of all City departments, excluding those under the direction of a separately elected official, Board or Commission. The City of Long Beach provides all traditional public services. In addition to its traditional services, the City also maintains one of the world’s busiest seaports, which serves as a leading gateway for international trade. Long Beach also has its own full-service commercial airport, and is one of only three cities in California with its own Health Department. Long Beach is supported by a total FY 2021 budget of approximately $2.6 billion, with the General Fund budget totaling $543.6 million. More than 5,581 full and part-time employees support municipal operations with the majority being represented by eleven employee associations. To learn more about the City of Long Beach, go to www.longbeach.gov.

T H E D E P A R T M E N T

The Long Beach Police Department’s mission is public safety through partnerships. The Department provides a diverse array of services in order to safely and constitutionally address a variety of public safety concerns; its core services include 24/7 response to 9-1-1 emergencies and general calls for service, criminal investigations, victim support, police contract services supplied to external agencies, and a growing workload stemming from federal and state legislative mandates. The Police Department has over 1,187 employees with a budget of $269 Million. The Business Operations Bureau has 38 employees and an operating budget of over $10.8M Million. The Personnel Division is one of two divisions in the Business Operations Bureau. The Personnel Administrator is a member of the Department's Command Staff Team and reports directly to the Business Operations Bureau Chief.

T H E P O S I T I O N

The Personnel Administrator is an at-will management position that that reports to the Manager of the Business Operations Bureau and is responsible for directing the Department’s Personnel Services Division to ensure efficient human resources and payroll services. The Division, which includes two Administrative Analysts, one Assistant Administrative Analysts, one Administrative Aide, five Payroll Personnel Assistants, and two Clerk Typist, provides payroll, personnel, and human resources-related support to the Department’s six bureaus and 1,200+ personnel. Working with the Department of Human Resources, the Personnel Administrator interprets departmental and citywide personnel and administrative policies and procedures and ensures that uniform and consistent human resources best management practices are followed.

The Personnel Administrator will be an innovative manager who will provide experienced leadership in the provision of human resource services to Police Department personnel. This demanding position requires an energetic, organized, flexible individual who responds well in a fast-paced environment and has exceptional customer service skills.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Serves as a member of Command Staff and provides guidance regarding the City’s personnel policies and procedures, Civil Service Rules and Regulations, and human resources best practices;
• Oversees all aspects of payroll and benefits for the Department, including record management;
• Manages department labor relations including joint labor/management committees, grievances, negotiations/meet and confers, and application of collective bargaining agreements;
• Develops and revises Department policies and procedures;
• Advises supervisors regarding personnel related issues and reviews applicable documentation for appropriateness, etc.;
• Develops, administers, and interprets Departmental personnel and administrative policies and procedures in coordination with Department team;
• Reviews classification specifications and utilization, employee salaries, and policies and procedures on an ongoing basis and coordinates updates, as needed;
• Oversees recruitment, selection and onboarding processes;
• Interprets and applies federal and state laws, as well as the City's policies and procedures, rules and regulations, and memoranda of understanding (MOUs);
• Represents the Department on various Citywide committees;
• Serves as the department liaison to the City Attorney's Office, Civil Service Department, and Human Resources Department; and,
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

T H E I D E A L C A N D I D A T E

The following are desirable qualifications:

• Professional human resources certification (e.g. PHR, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, IPMA-SCP, etc.).
• Experience working on public safety related issues.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Broad understanding of Human Resources practices and procedures;
• Background in labor relations, with an understanding of meet and confer/clarify guidelines and labor management meetings specifically.
• Highly developed organizational and planning skills so that workflow is managed efficiently and accurately.
• Skill at assessing work and setting priorities, taking initiative and exercising sound independent judgement;
• Ability to handle frequent interruptions while completing multiple assignments with competing deadlines.
• Ability to gather information, identify research resources, and find solutions;
• Ability to establish, build, and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of the organization;
• Ability to handle confidential department and employee information with complete discretion; use a high degree of tact, diplomacy, and discretion in dealing with sensitive and confidential situations;
• Ethical behavior and a high level of integrity;
• Dedication to quality customer service and continuous improvement.
• Excellent written and oral communication with the ability to communicate ideas in a concise, easily understandable manner.
• A high level of proficiency in the use of MS Office, including Word and Excel, Outlook, and other related applications;

REQUIREMENTS TO FILE

• A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience performing a variety of personnel-related duties of a complex nature;
• A minimum of two (2) years of supervisory experience;
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Human Resources Management, or a related field (proof required*).
• Valid motor vehicle operator license (Required to obtain a California motor vehicle operator license within 6 months of employment if license is out of state. DMV K4 driver license information report printout required during onboarding if selected for position).
• Willingness to be on call and work after hours either remotely or in person to respond to urgent human resources issues.

*Required documents, such as transcripts, degrees, certificates, or licenses, must be uploaded to the online application in PDF format at the time of filing. Any proofs submitted must contain either the applicant's name or other identifying characteristic on the document. Proof of education for academic degrees should indicate the type of degree and date of degree conferral. Candidates who possess degrees or units from outside the United States must attach proof of educational equivalency at the time of filing.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

This recruitment will close at 11:59 p.m. on January 15, 2022. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants must submit an online application, including resume, cover letter, and proof of education, that reflect the scope and level of their current/most recent positions and responsibilities. Candidates must also complete the online supplemental questionnaire. Incomplete applications or applications that do not meet the minimum requirements will not be considered. Online applications can be filed at www.longbeach.gov/jobs.

For technical support with your governmentjobs,com application, please contact (855) 524-5627.

Following the close of the filing period, applications will be reviewed and those candidates determined to be the most qualified will be invited to participate in the selection process which will include an oral interview by a selection panel.

Please note: All Police Department employees are required to undergo and successfully complete an extensive background investigation.The final appointment is contingent upon the successful completion of a thorough reference/background check and a City-provided pre-employment physical.

AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: The City of Long Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce. The City of Long Beach intends to provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If a special accommodation is desired, or if you would like to request this information in an alternative format, please call (562) 570-7120.

The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $101,227.00 - $147,283.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Night shift
• On call
• Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:
The City requires all employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to their first day of employment unless a medical or religious accommodation is approved by the City of Long Beach’s HR Department for the duration of the vaccination mandate.

Work Location: One location

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