ABOUT THE COLLEGE 
Palo Verde College is a publicly supported 2-year college located in the beautiful Southeastern California desert.  Yearly enrollment is approximately 7,000 students (full and part-time).
 
Palo Verde Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing an educational environment which affirms and supports diversity in its faculty, staff, and administration, and promoting an environment of inclusion. At Palo Verde College, we value every team member’s contribution in achieving the mission of providing excellent educational programs and services that contribute to the success of our students and the vitality of the community we serve. We are looking for individuals who enjoy working collaboratively in an environment of diversity, culture, thinking, and learning.  

Palo Verde College is designated as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and proudly offers many programs to serve and support our diverse student body. College faculty are expected to be willing to utilize different learning and teaching methods appropriate to the students they serve. Palo Verde College expands access to higher education and learning opportunities by providing education via  in person, online,  correspondence education, hybrid classes, and interactive television (ITV) modalities. Further information on the College's distance education programs can be found in the College Catalog. In addition, Palo Verde College is committed to serving students who have been impacted by the criminal justice system through education. Resources for teaching classes for incarcerated or formerly incarcerated students are available through the Rising Scholar Network.
 
LOCATION
Palo Verde College is located in the City of Blythe at one of the busiest entrance points to California.  The college is located in a desert oasis adjacent to the beautiful Colorado River and the Palo Verde Valley.  Blythe, and the fertile Palo Verde Valley, is primarily a farming and ranching area.   Boating, fishing and hunting attract many tourists.  The Palo Verde Valley is centrally located between Phoenix and Los Angeles, Las Vegas and the Mexican border.  The valley’s great climate, with more than 350 days of sunshine and mild winters, attracts thousands of winter visitors every year.

NATURE OF THE POSITION
Under the supervision of the Superintendent/President, the Vice President of Human Resources is responsible for providing overall leadership to plan, develop, implement and coordinate Human Resources services, including equal employment opportunity, employee relations, employee evaluations, benefit programs, employee health and welfare programs, training and development, District policies and procedures development,, collective bargaining agreements, staff diversity, classification and compensation, and other Human Resources functions. Serves as the Chief Human Resource Officer (CHRO) of the district, on the Superintendent/President’s Cabinet, as a resource and advisor on policy development and implementation, personnel matters and District strategic planning; advocates for the rights and responsibilities of faculty, student and staff. The Vice President of Human Resources is a forward-thinking leader expected to provide administrative leadership to achieve a high standard of institutional excellence, to foster a supportive and inclusive environment, and to promote student success and institution-wide continuous quality improvement.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Provides planning, implementation, direction, and evaluation of Human Resources programs and services, such as, collective bargaining and employee relations, the Human Resources Information System, leadership and professional development, personnel diversity, EEO compliance, recruitment, employment, and retention.
2. Administers the review of and approves selection criteria, interview questions, applicant, and interview pool diversity and EEO reports; coordinates recruiting efforts and job fair participation; screens for minimum qualifications; facilitates the equivalency process; trains selection committees.
3. Maintains the classification/compensation system; researches and confers on placement for new hires; conducts and responds to reclassification reviews and salary surveys; analyzes information, provides reports, and makes recommendations; develops accurate and current job descriptions.
4. Directs and supervises the activities of Human Resources personnel in providing services to faculty, administrators, managers, classified, students, and other personnel in the areas of employment, compensation, benefits, classification, trainings, and performance evaluation; trains, supervises, and evaluates the performance of assigned personnel; interviews and selects employees and recommends transfers, reassignments, disciplinary actions, and terminations.
5. Serves as the District Equal Employment Opportunity Officer; develops and administers the District Equal Employment Opportunity Plan and related policies and programs to ensure compliance with federal, state and District regulations; monitors procedures and practices for compliance with established hiring policies and Affirmative Action guidelines; designs and implements training in equal employment opportunities, discrimination, sexual harassment, and multi-cultural awareness for District personnel.
6. Oversees District efforts to increase the diversity of faculty and staff, to address student achievement gaps, and in the creation of a welcoming and inclusive work and educational environment; designs, implements, advances, supports, and evaluates programs, initiatives, and activities to increase the diversity, ensure equity, and promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, and belonging.
7. Prepares and interprets required state, federal, and District reports, including personnel diversity reports, Governing Board reports, Chancellor’s Office reports, contract documents, and other materials; updates District policies, procedures, forms, contracts, and publications to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and executive orders.
8. Provides consultation and technical expertise to administrators, faculty, management, classified, students, and other personnel concerning Human Resources operations and functions; monitors Human Resources practices for compliance with Board Policy and governmental regulations; ensures adherence to collective bargaining agreements by providing direction to administrators and managers regarding negotiated collective bargaining agreements.
9. Coordinates benefit services for employees; facilitates benefit committees; administers benefit contracts; facilitates and directs the implementation of changes in benefits.
10. Participates in collective bargaining and employee relations activities.
11. Ensures the development and implementation of appropriate professional development opportunities for District personnel.
12. Receives and resolves complaints and employee disciplinary issues; participates in grievance processes and monitors disciplinary actions; discusses situations with personnel and attorneys; investigates personnel matters as appropriate; prepares related reports and maintains District official records of personnel proceedings; researches legal matters and coordinates with legal counsel on personnel matters.
13. Prepares a variety of items for Board review and approval, including resolutions for the Board agenda; makes presentations to the Board of Trustees in matters concerning human resource, legal, administrative, or other concerns as requested by the Superintendent/President.
14. Directs the preparation and maintenance of a variety of narrative and statistical reports, records, and files related to personnel and assigned activities.
15. Administers and promotes District-wide Human Resources development programs, including new employee orientation, training, performance evaluations, employee assistance, personnel diversity plan, and exit interviews.
16. Develops annual and long-term plans in conjunction with budget development and program management; exercises budget authority in assigned areas ensuring fiscal responsibility.
17. Oversees the maintenance of personnel files as required by state, federal and District regulations.
18. Prepares strategic plans and program reviews for Human Resources operations and assists in the preparation of the District’s Comprehensive Plan and other strategic plans as directed.
19. Assists in the development and recommendation of personnel policies, procedures, and programs to meet the needs of the District; maintains current knowledge of changes in legislation and court decisions affecting community colleges; apprises others of pending changes to current practices; drafts suggested policy changes for Cabinet and employee groups.
20. Oversees and directs voluntary deduction plans, payroll processes, and leave plans including FMLA and disability programs.
21. Develops, oversees, and maintains Human Resources computer needs; operates a computer and assigned software; incorporates the use of assigned technology in performing computerized presentations.
22. Ensures District compliance with Mandatory Sexual Harassment Training (AB 1825) and FERPA training.
23. Attends and conducts meetings related to assigned activities; participates in trainings to remain current with changes in laws, rules, and regulations with regard to all Human Resources processes and all assigned duties; Serves as chair or member of committees as needed.
24. Collaborates with District personnel and other stakeholders to identify goals and resources needed to achieve the District’s mission, vision, and values, and to establish a basis for accountability and responsibility in meeting the same.
25. Communicates with other administrators, personnel, and outside organizations to coordinateactivities and programs, resolve issues and conflicts, and exchange information.
26. Maintains currency with trends in the field of education and provides leadership to keep theDistrict on the forefront of best practices in the industry.
27. Participates in professional organizations to enhance own professional development as wellas the District’s local, state, regional, national, and international profile.
28. Represents the District at community activities by actively participating in communityorganizations and events to enhance the District’s image in the community.
29. Fosters and supports innovation and continuous quality improvement with a focus on data- driven decision-making throughout the organization.
30. Provides leadership and support in developing and implementing the District’s long-term vision and plans and works collaboratively with all constituencies to further the institutional mission, vision, and values, and to resolve any conflicts that might arise.
31. Ensures institutional compliance with the regional accrediting agency, as well as other specialized accrediting bodies.
32. Provides leadership and direction in all areas of responsibility, as well as institutionalcompliance with District policies, state and federal laws, rules, and regulations.
33. Participates in the Superintendent/President’s Cabinet to advise the Superintendent/President and other Cabinet members on policies, procedures, and management issues related to the areas of responsibility of the position
34. Performs other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
KNOWLEDGE OF:
1. Professional management practices, principals and trends related to Human Resources management, labor relations, diversity programs and personnel development.
2. Equal Employment Opportunity laws, California Education code, Title 5, relevant collective bargaining unit contracts and HIPPA/FERPA regulations.
3. Personnel training in Human Resources management.
4. Principles and practices of administration, supervision and training.
5. Personnel record keeping systems and requirements.
6. Benefits program management.
7. Wage and salary administration.
8. Recruitment procedures and practices.
9. Applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures including employment discrimination laws.
10. Investigative practices related to employment complaints.
11. Budget preparation and control.
12. Operation of a computer and assigned software.
13. Oral and written communication skills.
14. Principles and practices of administration, supervision and training.
15. Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.

ABILITY TO:
1. Plan, organize and administer a variety of Human Resources projects and related matters.
2. Deliver clear and concise oral presentations.
3. Demonstrate consensus-building skill.
4. Evaluate department programs and functions for ongoing improvement.
5. Establish goals and maintain timelines.
6. Coordinate a District-wide training program for employees.
7. Demonstrate effective analytical, organizational and leadership skills.
8. Conduct informal and formal employment complaint investigations as required by law.
9. Use independent judgment and take initiative in solving problems and making decisions.
10. Carryout effective interpersonal communications, long-range planning and Human Resource program development.
11. Train, supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel.
12. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
13. Interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
14. Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
15. Operate a computer and assigned office equipment.
16. Work independently with little direction.
17. Direct the maintenance of a variety of reports, records and files related to assigned activities.
18. Assist in the collective bargaining negotiation process.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
1. Masters degree in a related field from an accredited college or university.
2. Three (3) years of recent successful experience in personnel administration.
3. Demonstrated ability to effectively manage a complex academic institution including strategic planning, policy development, budgeting, and personnel administration.
4. Exemplary written, oral, and personal communication skills.
5. Demonstrated commitment to collegial, consultative, participatory governance.
6. Demonstrated sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and employees.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
1. Three (3) years of personnel management experience working in higher educational setting.
2. Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the mission of the California Community Colleges.
3. Demonstrated successful experience with regional accreditation compliance.
4. Demonstrated successful experience with service area outcomes, program review, and institutional set standards for regional accreditation compliance.
5. Experience with collective bargaining in an educational environment.
6. Experience in the California Community College system.
7. Experience in building and developing Human Resources programs and services within a system of collegial governance.
LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
1. Hold and maintain valid Driver’s License.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
1. The physical demands and work environment are typical of an administrative job in an office environment.
2. The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without a reasonable accommodation.

CLASSIFICATION/SALARY
1. This is an Administrator position.
2. Row 15 of the District’s Administrator/Management/Confidential salary schedule with placement appropriate to experience.
3. The District offers an attractive package of fringe benefits including medical, prescription, dental, vision and life insurance.

APPLICATION PROCESS
Our employment online application process is designed to assist the search committee in evaluating whether or not you possess the required knowledge and skills for the position for which you are applying.  Job-related information from all applicants will be evaluated to identify those best qualified.  Only the best-qualified applicants will be selected for testing and further consideration.  Therefore, the online application must be completed to allow a comprehensive review and evaluation.  Failure to complete the online application (and supplemental material, when required) will constitute failure to comply with the selection process and the application will be rejected.
 

1. To guarantee consideration, a completed application and any other required material listed, must be submitted with the online application by the published closing date.
2. Applications are only accepted for positions currently open for recruitment.
3. Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee you an interview.
4. Current employees who are applying for a position should be aware that material from their personnel files will not be included as part of the application packet, and they should provide information on past and present employment in the same degree of detail as any other candidate.
5. Applicants wishing to apply for more than one position must submit a separate application and required materials for each position.
6. Legible photocopies of documents will only be accepted.
7. Travel costs related to the interview process will be borne solely by the candidate.
8. Please read the job announcement/description carefully to ensure your background and education meet the requirements of the position
9. The selection process may also include practical exercise (i.e., training demonstration and/or other written, technical manipulative, or simulation exercises), or skilled testing to evaluate candidates’ qualifications.
10. Applicants with foreign transcripts must be evaluated by an Accredited United States Institution, please see the approved organizations listed in the following link: https://www.ctc.ca.gov/docs/default-source/leaflets/cl635.pdf?sfvrsn=bb4f6e6a_6  or the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services link: https://www.naces.org/