The City of Vernon is a dynamic full-service city of 5.2 square miles located about five miles to the southeast of downtown Los Angeles. Founded in 1905 as the first exclusively industrial city in the Southwestern United States, Vernon is home to 250 residents and has embarked on ambitious plans to increase its residential population and establish itself as an ideal place to live and work. The Director of Human Resources directs a comprehensive Citywide human resources program, including planning, coordinating, and directing the operations and activities of the Human Resources Department which includes recruitment and staffing, classification and compensation, employee benefits, organizational development, safety, training, employee/labor relations, workers compensation and regulatory compliance. The Director provides expert professional assistance and guidance to City management on human resources and employee relations matters and works in a cooperative and interest-based manner with employees and their representatives to resolve concerns. The City is seeking an engaged, flexible, and compassionate candidate to serve as the next Director of Human Resources. The ideal candidate has a customer service mindset along with a track record of advocating for employees. A seasoned and approachable candidate who has the ability to develop and implement appropriate procedures and controls is desired. The incoming Director should also be proactive with the ability to bring balance and build trust in the department.
The annual salary range for the Director of Human Resources position is $199,063 - $241,963; placement within this range is dependent on qualifications and experience. The City has a 4/10 work schedule and there is an option for participation in a Hybrid Work Program that provides both onsite and remote work opportunities.