DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES (Barstow)
Barstow College, Barstow, California, United States, 92312
Salary :
$7,093.67 - $10,480.58 Monthly Location :
BARSTOW, CA Job Type:
FULL TIME Job Number:
252611 Department:
HUMAN RESOURCES Opening Date:
02/02/2026 Closing Date:
2/28/2026 11:59 PM Pacific FLSA:
Exempt Bargaining Unit:
MG
Barstow Community College is an open-access, comprehensive two-year institution serving a diverse student population in the Mojave region of San Bernardino County, California. The College's campus is located in the City of Barstow, California, situated in California's high desert, between Los Angeles, California and Las Vegas, Nevada.
Established in 1959, the Barstow Community College District (BCCD) encompasses a vast service area, stretching from the Nevada border on the East to Kern County on the West, and from Inyo County in the North to the San Bernardino Mountain range in the South. BCCD serves the communities of Barstow, Lenwood, Newberry Springs, Daggett, Yermo, Hinkley, Ludlow and Baker. The institution also maintains a satellite learning center at the U.S. Army National Training Center in Ft. Irwin, California, which serves military personnel and their families.
Barstow Community College is committed to providing an equitable, accessible, and affordable education to its diverse student body, including local, military, distance education, and historically marginalized student populations. Through a variety of high-quality and comprehensive degree, certificate, and job skills training programs, we provide holistic student support with clear and diverse educational pathways that provide students with life-long learning and networking opportunities, critical thinking skills, and success in a globalized world.
Barstow Community College serves as a hub of innovation and educational excellence, fostering a culture of growth, partnership, and inclusion as the premier college of the California High Desert.
Under the general direction of the Vice President of Human Resources, the Director of Human Resources plans, manages, reviews and coordinates operations of assigned areas, including but not limited to recruitment, onboarding, payroll operations, benefits and retirement, collective bargaining, employee relations, staff equity and diversity, unlawful discrimination, and/or ADA accommodations; is responsible for ensuring the continuity, effectiveness, and successful delivery of Human Resources and Payroll services to all college employees, and analyzes and develops process improvement procedures to advance operational effectiveness. This position provides consulting services to the Vice President of Human Resources and district departments related to all aspects of human resources and payroll operations.
Examples of essential functions are interpreted as being descriptive and not restrictive in nature. The description below is intended to provide a summary of the typical functions of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible responsibilities, tasks, and duties of the position. Plans, manages, reviews, and coordinates operations of assigned areas; assists the Vice President of Human Resources in completing time-sensitive and priority issues. Participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for assigned areas and programs; recommends and administers policies and procedures. Monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; recommends appropriate changes and allocation of resources to improve efficiency and equity outcomes. Plans, directs, coordinates, and reviews the work plan for assigned functions. Participates in the development and administration of the Human Resources annual budget. Provide leadership and oversee employee data collection, analysis, and reporting; ensure effective and efficient administration of software, management tools, and database systems. Promote sand implements the District's Equal Employment Opportunity and Diversity Plans in the administration of human resources policies, procedures, services, and Programs, including recruitment and selection, and compliance with ADA and FMLA. Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations, as well as District Board policies and administrative regulations. Participate in the participatory governance system; collaborate on a variety of institutional issues, including employee relations, human resources administration, union relations, new employee programs, collective bargaining agreements, and related human resources topics. Promote a work culture that values diversity and demonstrates the delivery of exemplary customer service, innovation, and quality services to employees and the community. Establish and maintain strong, cooperative, and effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students, and community partnerships. Coordinates a variety of organizational studies and operational studies; recommends modifications to human resources programs, policies, and procedures as appropriate. Serve as a liaison for Human Resources to other departments, divisions, and outside agencies, including staff, faculty, students, union representatives, vendors, contractors, outside educational institutions and businesses, community representatives, and governmental agencies. Provide accurate and consistent application of Education Code and Title 5 human resources requirements across the District. Attend and participate in committees, professional group meetings; maintain awareness of new trends and developments in the field of human resources. Respond to and resolve sensitive inquiries and complaints. Perform related duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Individuals must possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to perform the essential functions of the assigned classification, with or without reasonable accommodation(s), using some other combination of skills and abilities. Necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities are as follows: District and college organizations, operations, policies, procedures, rules, laws, regulations, goals, and objectives related to the area of assignment. California Education Code and other applicable laws and regulations related to the area of assignment. Division, department, and/or program organization, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations related to the area of assignment. Policies, procedures, rules, and regulations related to accessing and processing confidential information and materials. Federal Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Principles, practices, laws and trends of public personnel administration and risk management. Project management and process assessment. Applied statistics. Job analysis and evaluation methodologies. Principles of sound employer/employee relations and practices. Equal opportunity employment guidelines, laws, regulations, and practices Benefits and safety programs administration. Budget preparation and maintenance. Office administration and management practices and procedures. Emerging technologies and trends related to the area of assignment. Principles and practices of effective communication. Terminology, work processes, and local, state, and federal requirements applicable to the area of assignment. Public agencies, organizations, elected officials, and appointed committees. Principles and practices of public administration procedures. Basic accounting principles and practices related to budgeting, purchasing, and maintenance of assigned accounts. Record keeping, filing, file sharing, and filing systems methods and techniques. Modern office practices, methods, and techniques. Confidential record keeping, filing, file sharing, and filing systems methods, techniques, and procedures. Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary. Computer software programs, applications, databases, and Enterprise Resource Planning Systems (ERP) systems; computer software programs and applications, hardware and peripheral equipment related to the area of assignment. Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
ABILITY TO:
Perform the essential responsibilities of the position. Oversee multiple and changing priorities related to the area of assignment. Learn and apply emerging technologies and advances related to the area of assignment. Compose correspondence and other written materials. Edit, update, and maintain written materials to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance to District and/or college policies and procedures. Make mathematical calculations quickly and accurately. Assist in the development, direction, and coordination of personnel policies, programs and services. Interpret, apply, and explain a variety of rules, regulations, policies, and guidelines, including Federal and state legislation and California Education Code. Analyze problems. Effectively counsel and assist staff, faculty, administrators, and the general public. Assist with employee benefits, rec
$7,093.67 - $10,480.58 Monthly Location :
BARSTOW, CA Job Type:
FULL TIME Job Number:
252611 Department:
HUMAN RESOURCES Opening Date:
02/02/2026 Closing Date:
2/28/2026 11:59 PM Pacific FLSA:
Exempt Bargaining Unit:
MG
Barstow Community College is an open-access, comprehensive two-year institution serving a diverse student population in the Mojave region of San Bernardino County, California. The College's campus is located in the City of Barstow, California, situated in California's high desert, between Los Angeles, California and Las Vegas, Nevada.
Established in 1959, the Barstow Community College District (BCCD) encompasses a vast service area, stretching from the Nevada border on the East to Kern County on the West, and from Inyo County in the North to the San Bernardino Mountain range in the South. BCCD serves the communities of Barstow, Lenwood, Newberry Springs, Daggett, Yermo, Hinkley, Ludlow and Baker. The institution also maintains a satellite learning center at the U.S. Army National Training Center in Ft. Irwin, California, which serves military personnel and their families.
Barstow Community College is committed to providing an equitable, accessible, and affordable education to its diverse student body, including local, military, distance education, and historically marginalized student populations. Through a variety of high-quality and comprehensive degree, certificate, and job skills training programs, we provide holistic student support with clear and diverse educational pathways that provide students with life-long learning and networking opportunities, critical thinking skills, and success in a globalized world.
Barstow Community College serves as a hub of innovation and educational excellence, fostering a culture of growth, partnership, and inclusion as the premier college of the California High Desert.
Under the general direction of the Vice President of Human Resources, the Director of Human Resources plans, manages, reviews and coordinates operations of assigned areas, including but not limited to recruitment, onboarding, payroll operations, benefits and retirement, collective bargaining, employee relations, staff equity and diversity, unlawful discrimination, and/or ADA accommodations; is responsible for ensuring the continuity, effectiveness, and successful delivery of Human Resources and Payroll services to all college employees, and analyzes and develops process improvement procedures to advance operational effectiveness. This position provides consulting services to the Vice President of Human Resources and district departments related to all aspects of human resources and payroll operations.
Examples of essential functions are interpreted as being descriptive and not restrictive in nature. The description below is intended to provide a summary of the typical functions of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible responsibilities, tasks, and duties of the position. Plans, manages, reviews, and coordinates operations of assigned areas; assists the Vice President of Human Resources in completing time-sensitive and priority issues. Participates in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for assigned areas and programs; recommends and administers policies and procedures. Monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; recommends appropriate changes and allocation of resources to improve efficiency and equity outcomes. Plans, directs, coordinates, and reviews the work plan for assigned functions. Participates in the development and administration of the Human Resources annual budget. Provide leadership and oversee employee data collection, analysis, and reporting; ensure effective and efficient administration of software, management tools, and database systems. Promote sand implements the District's Equal Employment Opportunity and Diversity Plans in the administration of human resources policies, procedures, services, and Programs, including recruitment and selection, and compliance with ADA and FMLA. Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations, as well as District Board policies and administrative regulations. Participate in the participatory governance system; collaborate on a variety of institutional issues, including employee relations, human resources administration, union relations, new employee programs, collective bargaining agreements, and related human resources topics. Promote a work culture that values diversity and demonstrates the delivery of exemplary customer service, innovation, and quality services to employees and the community. Establish and maintain strong, cooperative, and effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students, and community partnerships. Coordinates a variety of organizational studies and operational studies; recommends modifications to human resources programs, policies, and procedures as appropriate. Serve as a liaison for Human Resources to other departments, divisions, and outside agencies, including staff, faculty, students, union representatives, vendors, contractors, outside educational institutions and businesses, community representatives, and governmental agencies. Provide accurate and consistent application of Education Code and Title 5 human resources requirements across the District. Attend and participate in committees, professional group meetings; maintain awareness of new trends and developments in the field of human resources. Respond to and resolve sensitive inquiries and complaints. Perform related duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Individuals must possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to perform the essential functions of the assigned classification, with or without reasonable accommodation(s), using some other combination of skills and abilities. Necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities are as follows: District and college organizations, operations, policies, procedures, rules, laws, regulations, goals, and objectives related to the area of assignment. California Education Code and other applicable laws and regulations related to the area of assignment. Division, department, and/or program organization, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations related to the area of assignment. Policies, procedures, rules, and regulations related to accessing and processing confidential information and materials. Federal Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Principles, practices, laws and trends of public personnel administration and risk management. Project management and process assessment. Applied statistics. Job analysis and evaluation methodologies. Principles of sound employer/employee relations and practices. Equal opportunity employment guidelines, laws, regulations, and practices Benefits and safety programs administration. Budget preparation and maintenance. Office administration and management practices and procedures. Emerging technologies and trends related to the area of assignment. Principles and practices of effective communication. Terminology, work processes, and local, state, and federal requirements applicable to the area of assignment. Public agencies, organizations, elected officials, and appointed committees. Principles and practices of public administration procedures. Basic accounting principles and practices related to budgeting, purchasing, and maintenance of assigned accounts. Record keeping, filing, file sharing, and filing systems methods and techniques. Modern office practices, methods, and techniques. Confidential record keeping, filing, file sharing, and filing systems methods, techniques, and procedures. Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary. Computer software programs, applications, databases, and Enterprise Resource Planning Systems (ERP) systems; computer software programs and applications, hardware and peripheral equipment related to the area of assignment. Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
ABILITY TO:
Perform the essential responsibilities of the position. Oversee multiple and changing priorities related to the area of assignment. Learn and apply emerging technologies and advances related to the area of assignment. Compose correspondence and other written materials. Edit, update, and maintain written materials to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance to District and/or college policies and procedures. Make mathematical calculations quickly and accurately. Assist in the development, direction, and coordination of personnel policies, programs and services. Interpret, apply, and explain a variety of rules, regulations, policies, and guidelines, including Federal and state legislation and California Education Code. Analyze problems. Effectively counsel and assist staff, faculty, administrators, and the general public. Assist with employee benefits, rec