County of San Bernardino, CA
Human Resources Business Partner II
County of San Bernardino, CA, San Bernardino, CA, United States
Salary: $103,604.80 - $147,908.80 Annually
Location : San Bernardino, CA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 24-16116-01
Department: Human Resources
Division: 72400-HR Employee Relations
Opening Date: 08/03/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
The Job
Apply by August 16, 2024 for priority consideration.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
This position offers full benefits and a competitive salary range of
$103,605 - $147,909 Annually DOQ
3% Annual Across the Board Salary Increases in February 2025 & 2026
Bi-annual step increases of 2.5% up to Step 16
>>Recruitment Bonus: Up to $3,000 <<
The County also offers an alternative Modified Benefits Option that provides a wage differential of 4% above the base salary rate with modified benefits.
Click the links below for additional details:
Traditional Benefits Option
San Bernardino County's high-impact operating model for HR services empowers the HR team to function as change agents for County and departmental operations. The HR Business Partners (HRBP) are assigned to the Employee Relations Division and play a key role as consultants, advisors and innovators alongside County leaders. They are responsible for aligning business objectives with employees and management in designated county departments. They foster partnerships across HR functions to deliver value-added service to managers and employees that reflects the department's human capital priorities and business objectives.
Key responsibilities include:
***We have multiple opportunities in our growing HR Team. Please visit our to review and apply. A separate application is required for each job posting.***
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Travel throughout the County is required. Employees will be required to make provisions for transportation and may be required to use personal vehicles (mileage reimbursement is available). At the time of hire, a valid California Class C driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced for the individual providing the transportation.
Background: Candidates selected for this position must pass a background investigation and medical examination including drug screening.
Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.
Minimum Requirements
Education: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Science, Human Resources Management, Organizational Psychology, Communications/Marketing or a closely related field.
-AND-
Experience: Eighteen (18) months of public sector or 24 months of private sector, professional level human resources experience as an HR business partner and must include responsibility for
All qualifying experience must be obtained within a public sector (i.e., government) agency or a large private sector employer with a large, union represented workforce (500+ regular employees).
Applicants with an acceptable combination of relevant education and qualifying experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities will be considered.
Desired Qualifications
Key attributes of the ideal candidate:
Selection Process
Application Procedure: To receive consideration for this excellent opportunity, please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the application and/or the supplemental questionnaire.
Priority Application Review: Applications received by March 11, 2024will be included in the first review/processing of applications; subsequent reviews may be conducted as needed to meet business needs. Apply asap as recruitment may close at anytime once sufficient qualified applications are received.
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.
If you require technical assistance, please click to review the Government Jobs , 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 computer or browser used to submit the application.
Selection Process: The selection process will consist of a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the application and responses to the supplemental questions. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the appointing authority for further consideration.
All communications regarding the selection process will be via email. Applicants are encouraged to check their e-mails frequently to obtain any correspondence associated with this recruitment. 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.
EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.
Veterans' Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans' Preference points. Click for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points.
Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process
Exempt Unit-Group C
The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.
For a summary of benefits, please click
Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at
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The supplemental information requested below, in conjunction with your application, will be used to evaluate your qualifications. It is to your advantage to provide complete, organized and detailed responses to each question. (Do not refer to a resume or other documentation.)
Each response must include the name(s) of your employer(s) and dates of employment where you performed the functions, and the percentage of time performing them. Employers listed on this questionnaire must also be listed in the work experience section of your application.
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Indicate your highest level of education:
03
Indicate where your professional Human Resources experience in the areas of Employee or Labor Relations was obtained:
04
Union experience: For each agency or employer with union represented employees where you performed Employee or Labor Relations functions, indicate:Employer name Your position title Name of employee organizations Number of represented employees and bargaining unitsIf you do not possess the requested experience, indicate N/A.
05
Employee Relations: Describe your experience in the research, interpretation, and analysis of cases, administrative regulations (e.g., FLSA, FMLA), and legislation relating to employee relations issues.
If you do not possess the requested experience, indicate N/A.
06
Disciplinary Actions: Describe your professional human resources experience and role in executing disciplinary actions and handling related administrative proceedings and/or hearings. Describe your experience in the following areas:Conducting investigations Advising management of appropriate actions Preparing notices of proposed discipline and disciplinary orders Representing management in pre-disciplinary hearings, formal hearings/arbitrations Case and witness preparation Developing case strategy and presentation Experience as First or Second Chair Negotiating settlements Include specific experience preparing written notices for and handling Skelly and/or Loudermill due process hearings
If you do not possess the requested experience, indicate N/A.
07
Grievance Processing: Describe your professional human resources experience and role in handling labor contract grievances in a union environment. Your response should include experience and level of responsibility in each of the following:Your role and responsibilities in conducting research and investigations for grievances pertaining to labor contract terms Case and witness preparation Negotiating settlements Serving as primary advocate in formal grievance arbitration hearings
If you do not possess the requested experience, indicate N/A.
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Labor Relations: Describe your experience in the following areas:Research, interpretation, and analysis of cases, administrative regulations and legislation relating to labor relations issues Proceedings governed by PERB and/or NLRB, such as Unfair Labor Practices Mediation and fact finding Employee Relations Ordinance matters such as unit representation and elections Labor negotiations
If you do not possess the requested experience, indicate N/A.
09
Human Resources Compliance: Describe your professional human resources experience advising management regarding compliance with human resources laws and regulations. Include levels of management (e.g., executive, administrative, middle, first-line/supervisory) which you advised and with which you regularly interacted.
If you do not possess the requested experience, indicate N/A.
10
Other professional Human Resources experience: Describe your experience in any of the Human Resources functional areas listed below. Include your specific assignment, duties performed, and level of responsibility.Workforce Planning Recruitment and Selection Employee Benefits Administration Labor Relations Equal Employment Opportunity Learning and Organizational Development Other areas not mentioned above If you do not have experience in these areas, indicate N/A.
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Applicant acknowledgement - Notification via email: As part of our efforts to increase efficiency and promote conservation of resources, Human Resources uses email to communicate with applicants. Therefore, all future communications regarding this recruitment, including applicant status and testing notifications, will be made via email.
We strongly encourage you, as an applicant, to ensure that the email address you have provided with your application is current, secure and readily accessible to you. Do not share this email with others and adjust Spam and/or other filters so that our emails are accepted. Please carefully read any notices that we send you and follow any instructions provided in a timely manner. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails (i.e., for the non-delivery of our emails or if you fail to check your e-mail on a timely basis).
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** ATTENTION GMAIL USERS**
We have become aware of an increase in Gmail's spam filter sensitivity. Due to this change, it is possible that emails coming from San Bernardino County Human Resources may be marked as spam and will not make it into your Gmail inbox.
For your convenience, the attached PDF document contains a step-by-step guide to create and apply filters within Gmail. Click this link to Once downloaded, follow the instructions so that you will receive future emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources.
Note: If you apply the filters and still do not receive emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources you can check your (Neogov) account inbox. All notifications will appear there.
Applicant's Acknowledgement - Application Complete: Thank you for taking the time to complete this application and supplemental questionnaire. Please be sure to review all information provided prior to submitting it as you cannot update or revise it once submitted. Your submitted application will be reviewed and evaluated as is. Please do not refer to a resume or other documentation in lieu of completing the employment history section or responding to the supplemental questions; they will not be reviewed or considered.
Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email confirmation will be sent to the email address listed on your application. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records.
Required Question
Location : San Bernardino, CA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 24-16116-01
Department: Human Resources
Division: 72400-HR Employee Relations
Opening Date: 08/03/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
The Job
Apply by August 16, 2024 for priority consideration.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
This position offers full benefits and a competitive salary range of
$103,605 - $147,909 Annually DOQ
3% Annual Across the Board Salary Increases in February 2025 & 2026
Bi-annual step increases of 2.5% up to Step 16
>>Recruitment Bonus: Up to $3,000 <<
The County also offers an alternative Modified Benefits Option that provides a wage differential of 4% above the base salary rate with modified benefits.
Click the links below for additional details:
Traditional Benefits Option
San Bernardino County's high-impact operating model for HR services empowers the HR team to function as change agents for County and departmental operations. The HR Business Partners (HRBP) are assigned to the Employee Relations Division and play a key role as consultants, advisors and innovators alongside County leaders. They are responsible for aligning business objectives with employees and management in designated county departments. They foster partnerships across HR functions to deliver value-added service to managers and employees that reflects the department's human capital priorities and business objectives.
Key responsibilities include:
- Supports departments with employee relations and engagement, strategic workforce planning, policy setting, training and development, succession planning, mentoring/coaching, and coordinated consistent countywide onboarding.
- Conducts regular meetings and maintains open and effective communications with assigned County departments; provides HR policy guidance and interpretation.
- Consults with line management providing HR guidance when appropriate and day-to-day performance management guidance (e.g., coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions).
- Analyzes trends and metrics in partnership with the HR group to develop solutions, programs and policies; identifies training needs for County Departments and individual executive coaching needs.
- Works closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention.
- Manages and resolves complex employee relations issues; conducts effective, thorough and objective investigations.
- Maintains in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance; partners with the legal department as needed/required.
- Maintains an effective level of business literacy about the assigned department's financial position, midrange plans, culture and services; provides guidance and input on business unit restructures, recruitment and retention strategies, workforce planning and succession planning.
***We have multiple opportunities in our growing HR Team. Please visit our to review and apply. A separate application is required for each job posting.***
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Travel throughout the County is required. Employees will be required to make provisions for transportation and may be required to use personal vehicles (mileage reimbursement is available). At the time of hire, a valid California Class C driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced for the individual providing the transportation.
Background: Candidates selected for this position must pass a background investigation and medical examination including drug screening.
Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.
Minimum Requirements
Education: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Science, Human Resources Management, Organizational Psychology, Communications/Marketing or a closely related field.
-AND-
Experience: Eighteen (18) months of public sector or 24 months of private sector, professional level human resources experience as an HR business partner and must include responsibility for
- Advising/supporting management on a wide range of human resource disciplines, including: Workforce planning, talent acquisition, compensation and employee rewards practices, organizational diagnosis, employee and union relations, diversity and inclusion, performance management, and compliance with federal and state respective employment laws. --AND--
- Managing and resolving complex employee/labor relations matters such as employee grievances, investigations, disciplinary actions.
All qualifying experience must be obtained within a public sector (i.e., government) agency or a large private sector employer with a large, union represented workforce (500+ regular employees).
Applicants with an acceptable combination of relevant education and qualifying experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities will be considered.
Desired Qualifications
Key attributes of the ideal candidate:
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply the appropriate sections of applicable laws, guidelines, regulations, ordinances, and policies.
- Ability to acquire a thorough understanding of the organization's hierarchy, jobs, qualifications, compensation practices, and the administrative practices related to those factors.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- Possess SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) credential.
Selection Process
Application Procedure: To receive consideration for this excellent opportunity, please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the application and/or the supplemental questionnaire.
Priority Application Review: Applications received by March 11, 2024will be included in the first review/processing of applications; subsequent reviews may be conducted as needed to meet business needs. Apply asap as recruitment may close at anytime once sufficient qualified applications are received.
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.
If you require technical assistance, please click to review the Government Jobs , 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 computer or browser used to submit the application.
Selection Process: The selection process will consist of a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the application and responses to the supplemental questions. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the appointing authority for further consideration.
All communications regarding the selection process will be via email. Applicants are encouraged to check their e-mails frequently to obtain any correspondence associated with this recruitment. 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.
EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.
Veterans' Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans' Preference points. Click for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points.
Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process
Exempt Unit-Group C
The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.
For a summary of benefits, please click
Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at
01
The supplemental information requested below, in conjunction with your application, will be used to evaluate your qualifications. It is to your advantage to provide complete, organized and detailed responses to each question. (Do not refer to a resume or other documentation.)
Each response must include the name(s) of your employer(s) and dates of employment where you performed the functions, and the percentage of time performing them. Employers listed on this questionnaire must also be listed in the work experience section of your application.
- I have read and understand the above instructions.
02
Indicate your highest level of education:
- Bachelor's degree or higher in business or public administration, behavioral or social science, human resources management, organizational psychology, communications/marketing
- Bachelor's degree in another field not included above
- Associate's Degree
- Some college
- Technical or Certificate Program
- High School or GED
- None of the above
03
Indicate where your professional Human Resources experience in the areas of Employee or Labor Relations was obtained:
- Public sector employer (i.e., federal, state or local government agency)
- Private sector employer with a large, union represented workforce (500+ regular employees)
- Private sector employer with a small to medium, union represented workforce (less then 500 regular employees)
- Private sector employer with a non-unionized workforce
- I do not have professional Human Resources experience in the areas of Employee or Labor Relations, but have experience in other areas of HR.
- I do not have experience as indicated above.
04
Union experience: For each agency or employer with union represented employees where you performed Employee or Labor Relations functions, indicate:
05
Employee Relations: Describe your experience in the research, interpretation, and analysis of cases, administrative regulations (e.g., FLSA, FMLA), and legislation relating to employee relations issues.
If you do not possess the requested experience, indicate N/A.
06
Disciplinary Actions: Describe your professional human resources experience and role in executing disciplinary actions and handling related administrative proceedings and/or hearings. Describe your experience in the following areas:
If you do not possess the requested experience, indicate N/A.
07
Grievance Processing: Describe your professional human resources experience and role in handling labor contract grievances in a union environment. Your response should include experience and level of responsibility in each of the following:
If you do not possess the requested experience, indicate N/A.
08
Labor Relations: Describe your experience in the following areas:
If you do not possess the requested experience, indicate N/A.
09
Human Resources Compliance: Describe your professional human resources experience advising management regarding compliance with human resources laws and regulations. Include levels of management (e.g., executive, administrative, middle, first-line/supervisory) which you advised and with which you regularly interacted.
If you do not possess the requested experience, indicate N/A.
10
Other professional Human Resources experience: Describe your experience in any of the Human Resources functional areas listed below. Include your specific assignment, duties performed, and level of responsibility.
11
Applicant acknowledgement - Notification via email: As part of our efforts to increase efficiency and promote conservation of resources, Human Resources uses email to communicate with applicants. Therefore, all future communications regarding this recruitment, including applicant status and testing notifications, will be made via email.
We strongly encourage you, as an applicant, to ensure that the email address you have provided with your application is current, secure and readily accessible to you. Do not share this email with others and adjust Spam and/or other filters so that our emails are accepted. Please carefully read any notices that we send you and follow any instructions provided in a timely manner. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails (i.e., for the non-delivery of our emails or if you fail to check your e-mail on a timely basis).
- I acknowledge that I have read, understood, and agree to the above.
12
** ATTENTION GMAIL USERS**
We have become aware of an increase in Gmail's spam filter sensitivity. Due to this change, it is possible that emails coming from San Bernardino County Human Resources may be marked as spam and will not make it into your Gmail inbox.
For your convenience, the attached PDF document contains a step-by-step guide to create and apply filters within Gmail. Click this link to Once downloaded, follow the instructions so that you will receive future emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources.
Note: If you apply the filters and still do not receive emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources you can check your (Neogov) account inbox. All notifications will appear there.
- I acknowledge that I have read, understood, and agree to the above statement.
Applicant's Acknowledgement - Application Complete: Thank you for taking the time to complete this application and supplemental questionnaire. Please be sure to review all information provided prior to submitting it as you cannot update or revise it once submitted. Your submitted application will be reviewed and evaluated as is. Please do not refer to a resume or other documentation in lieu of completing the employment history section or responding to the supplemental questions; they will not be reviewed or considered.
Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email confirmation will be sent to the email address listed on your application. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records.
- I acknowledge that I have reviewed my application and understand that I will not be able to update or revise any part of it once submitted.
Required Question