Human Resources Manager - Classification/Compensation
San Bernardino CountyThe Job
To receive priority consideration, apply by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, March 20th, 2026
San Bernardino County Human Resources (HR) is growing and seeks experienced, energetic and innovative HR leaders ready to take up the challenge and help achieve our vision of a high-impact HR Department that empowers its staff to function as creative change agents in serving County and departmental operations.HR is currently recruiting to fill an immediate Human Resources Manager vacancy to oversee the County's Classification and Compensation Team. This team is responsible for maintaining the County's job classification and compensation system; creating and allocating new classifications and positions; and determining and establishing equitable and competitive pay for classifications. In addition, the team provides support to the County's labor negotiations efforts.This excellent opportunity for career growth, also offers a lucrative compensation and benefits package that includes bi-annual step increases of approximately 2.5% up to max step (advanced step placement upon hire is subject to qualifications), and the benefits listed below:EXCELLENT BENEFITS
To review job-specific benefits, refer to:
Summary of Benefits
Exempt Compensation Ordinance
The County also offers an alternative Modified Benefits Option (MBO) that provides a wage differential.Human Resources Managers are responsible for planning, organizing, and directing a section or program of the HR Department. They provide support to a HR Assistant Director and the Director in the development, implementation and delivery of HR programs and services to County departments, management and employees.
Essential duties of this classification include, but are not limited to, the following:Manage programs and/or a support section to meet either countywide or internal departmental organizational needs.
Direct assigned staff; evaluate work; hire; approve salary advances and recommend disciplinary actions as required.
Oversee major departmental projects; provide interface with other departments to meet programmatic needs; evaluate departmental or County organizational needs and recommend new projects, procedures, or policies.
Make presentations to committees, hearing officers, department directors and managers, or elected officials as necessary.
Develop and manage a section or departmental budget; approve and justify expenditures; recommend budget changes; coordinate with other departments as required.
Analyze programs or proposals; develop strategies for meeting organizational needs; determine impact of proposals and assure proper implementation when adopted.
Negotiate and prepare contracts designed to provide specific services; act as contract manager and monitor service delivery.
Work with representatives of employee organizations; meet with County managers to resolve problems within area of responsibility; advise on policy or procedural matters.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENTBackground Investigation: Prior to appointment, applicants must pass a background investigation, which includes fingerprinting, credit check, and/or medical exam, which may include drug and/or TB testing.Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.
Travel: Statewide and nationwide travel is occasionally required. Travel throughout the County is required and employees will be required to make provision for such transportation.Minimum Requirements
Education: A Bachelor's Degree in human resources management, industrial relations, organizational psychology, public or business administration, or another job relevant field.
Experience: Two (2) years of advanced professional human resources experience administering or managing human resources programs (e.g., employee benefits and wellness, employment, employee/labor relations, classification, EEO, etc.) in a public sector/merit-based systems. Qualifying experience must have included full scope supervisory or lead responsibility for professional level staff in a public sector human resources setting.Substitution: An additional two (2) years of qualifying experience may substitute for the required supervisory experience.
Desired Qualifications
The ideal candidate for this position will have extensive HR experience that is commensurate with the knowledge, skills and abilities required for the current vacancy in the Classification and Compensation Section.
The ideal candidate will also excel in the following:- Administer program goals and objectives; implement initiatives and recommendations in support of department and County vision and goals.
- Develop short- and long-range goals; establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stake holders; foster collaborative group processes and efficiently use resources to achieve goals.
- Assess and prioritize multiple tasks, projects and demands in order to adhere to timelines and meet deadlines.
- Broad knowledge of human resources practices and principles with particular emphasis in the areas of the current vacancies.
- Communicate effectively both orally and in writing with the ability to capture, inform and engage all stakeholders using correct grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
Selection Process
- There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on a review of the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire. It is to your advantage to be explicit in your responses on the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire.
To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application.All communications regarding the remainder of the selection process will be via email. Please be sure the email provided on this application is always current; it is your responsibility to update your personal information. Update your Spam, Junk, Bulk and Firewall settings as needed to ensure that you receive all information pertaining to this recruitment.Additional Information and Resources: If you need technical assistance, follow this link to review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by your internet connection, computer, or browser when submitting an application.Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF) within one week of the recruitment filing deadline.
Veterans' Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouses or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans' Preference Policy.
For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process