Sacramento Public Library is seeking a Chief Human Resources Officer. In this role You’ll join the Executive Leadership Team and report directly to the Library Director & CEO. As the strategic HR leader, you’ll oversee and evolve all aspects of the HR functions including:
- Talent and organizational development: Shape recruitment, onboarding, succession planning, and leadership pipelines.
- Employee relations & labor compliance: Lead negotiations, grievances, collective bargaining; ensure adherence to federal/state/local regulations.
- Diversity, equity & inclusion: Drive DEI initiatives and cultivate a workplace culture rooted in respect, integrity, trust, and excellence.
- Performance management & training: Design and manage performance systems, career development, and learning programs.
- Compensation, classification & benefits: Manage pay structures, benefits, leave administration, and benchmarking.
- Budget & team leadership: Oversee the HR budget, staff, and systems to sustain high operational standards.
Ideal candidate will have:
- A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in human resources, labor relations, business administration or closely related field. (required)
- Eight (8) years of progressively more responsible management in human resources, preferably in a public agency or governmental setting. (required)
- A graduate degree or designation as a Senior Professional in Human Resources Management (SPHR) and/or International Public Management Association Certified Professional in Human Resources (IPMA-CP). (preferred)
- Experience in working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders at multiple levels.
- Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of HR administration.
- Expertise in directing, organizing, and motivating HR professionals in executing HR related functions.
- Experience in providing strategic direction and organizational initiatives on cultural competency and diversity.
