Director of Human Resources
Mosaic Public Partners Elk Grove, CA, USA
- Location: Elk Grove, CA, USA
- Categories: Human Resources and Personnel
- Job Type: Full Time
- Posted: Apr 22, 2025
Job Description:
Director of Human Resources
Description
THE OPPORTUNITY
The Cosumnes Community Services District offers an exciting opportunity for a human resources leader to serve as its next Director of Human Resources. As the District grows to serve rapidly evolving, diverse communities, the next Director of Human Resources will enjoy a leading role while working collaboratively with a dedicated team. The next Director will assist in elevating the internal service delivery as the District desires to be a stellar employer and service provider.
COSUMNES COMMUNITY SERVICES DISTRICT
Cosumnes CSD is a prominent regional agency dedicated to providing superior service to approximately 215,000 residents across a 157-square-mile area in south Sacramento County. Established in 1985, the District is located just 4 miles south of the City of Sacramento and 92 miles east of San Francisco, with its administrative offices situated in the City of Elk Grove.
As the largest community services district in California by service area, Cosumnes CSD plays a critical role in enhancing the quality of life for the diverse communities it serves. The District provides two essential service lines: Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and Fire Protection and Parks and Recreation.
The Cosumnes CSD employs 390 full-time staff and up to 700 part-time and seasonal employees during the peak season. The three departments within the District are Administrative Services, Fire, and Parks and Recreation, as well as the Office of the General Manager. The District’s 24/25 fiscal year budget is $160 million.
THE DIVISION
The Human Resources Division is organizationally assigned to the Administrative Services Department. It is responsible for managing the recruitment needs of the District, maintaining personnel and salary records, coordinating training and development programs, coordinating occupational health and safety programs, creating, implementing, overseeing, and interpreting collective bargaining agreements, policies, procedures, and legal compliance with state and federal laws, benefit administration, and conducting employee appreciation and recognition programs. The Division has a total staff of seven full-time employees.
THE POSITION
With administrative direction from the Administrator of General Services, the Director of Human Resources administers, plans, develops, directs, and evaluates activities of the Human Resources Division. The Director provides oversight of all human resources-related activities and programs, including, but not limited to, employee benefit programs, talent management, classification and compensation, and employee and labor relations. The Director develops policy and programs, formulates operational objectives, and ensures compliance with local ordinances, state and federal legal requirements, policies, and procedural guidelines. This position serves as a member of the District Senior Leadership Team.
The ideal candidate will be a transformational leader and change agent with a comprehensive understanding of public sector personnel management and organizational development; be team-focused, problem-solving, and collaborative; serve as an advisor and confidant to the General Manager, the Strategic Management Team, and Senior Leadership Team; and have a proven track record in negotiating labor agreements, especially within a unionized environment.
SALARY & BENEFITS
The salary range for the Director of Human Resources is $139,356 to $196,080, with placement in the salary range dependent on qualifications. An excellent executive benefits package is provided including retirement through CalPERS. Classic CalPERS members are eligible for 2% @ 55 formula, while new or PEPRA members are at the 2% @ 62 formula. Voluntary participation in a deferred compensation plan is also available with matching funds from District. Employees do not contribute to Social Security.
For additional benefit information, interested candidates are encouraged to review the detailed recruitment brochure at www.mosaicpublic.com/careers.
APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS
To be considered for this position, interested candidates must submit a cover letter and résumé online. Candidates are encouraged to apply immediately, as this recruitment will close once a sufficiently strong pool of stellar candidates has been established. Apply at:
This recruitment will be handled with strict confidentiality. References will not be contacted until mutual interest has been established.
Confidential inquiries are welcomed to:
Bryan Noblett | bryan@mosaicpublic.com | (916) 550-4100
Greg Nelson | greg@mosaicpublic.com | (916) 550-4100