Vice President of Human Resources Search

The Position

Under the direction of the President/CEO, plan, organize, control and direct College-wide human resources operations activities and support services involved in the processing, recruitment, screening, selection, orientation, classification development, evaluation, employee benefits, and compensation of classified and academic College employees; coordinate and direct communications, resources, programs, policies, services, labor relations, contract administration, and information to meet College human resources needs and assure smooth and efficient Department activities; supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel. Participates as a member of the President’s Cabinet with other senior administrators.
 
To learn more about the Human Resources department and the organizational structure please visit our HR website.

Examples of Essential Functions (Illustrative Only):

• Plan, organize, control, and direct College-wide human resources operations, activities, and support services involved in the processing, recruitment, screening, selection, orientation, classification, development, evaluation, employee benefits, and compensation of classified and academic College employees; establish and maintain related timelines and priorities; assure related activities comply with applicable standards, requirements, laws, codes, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Direct the development and implementation of Human Resources programs, projects, processes, services, labor relations systems, strategies, goals and objectives; assure proper and timely resolution of related issues, conflicts and discrepancies. 
• Supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel, interview, and select employees and recommend transfers, reassignment, termination, and disciplinary actions; coordinate subordinate work assignments and review work to assure compliance with established standards, requirements, and procedures; assure employee understanding of established requirements.
• Direct the planning, development and implementation of policies, procedures, programs, processes, and services to enhance the financial effectiveness and operational efficiency of Human Resources operations and activities; develop, implement, and utilize measures and methodology for determining the effectiveness of Human Resources programs and services.
• Provide technical information and assistance to the President/CEO regarding Human Resources activities, needs and issues; collaborate with the President/CEO and other Vice Presidents and administrators in the development and implementation of plans, strategies, goals, and objectives for the College; develop, analyze, and maintain benchmarks and trend data related to Key Performance Indicators; prepare related reports to assist with College planning and decision-making.
• Provide consultation and technical expertise to administrators, staff, the public and others concerning Human Resources operations and activities; respond to inquiries, resolve issues and conflicts and provide detailed and technical information concerning labor relations, recruitment, evaluations, contracts, and related standards, requirements, practices, procedures laws, regulations, and policies.
• Plan, organize, control, and direct the evaluation process for College-wide employees; coordinate, monitor, and assure smooth and efficient activities related to the performance appraisal system for staff; assure proper preparation and maintenance of related records and documents; direct activities to assure appropriate response to salary increases and promotions.
• Coordinate and direct collective bargaining activities for classified and academic bargaining units; serve as the College’s chief negotiator with bargaining unit representatives; oversee the maintenance and updating of collective bargaining agreements; maintain confidentiality of sensitive and privileged information; direct the development and implementation of labor contracts and grievance procedures.
• Direct classification and compensation studies; assure accurate compiling and comparing of salary data and labor market trends; oversee the preparation of related reports; compose, develop, and maintain job descriptions; assure proper salary placement of College employees; direct the development and implementation of the College’s salary schedules.
• Direct and participate in the preparation and maintenance of a variety of manual and automated records, reports, and files related to employees, applicants, collective bargaining, policies, evaluations, classifications, contracts, and assigned activities.
• Develop and prepare the annual preliminary budget for Human Resources operations and activities, analyze and review budgetary and financial data; control and authorize expenditures in accordance with established limitations.
• Maintain current knowledge of laws, codes, regulations, and pending legislation related to Human Resources activities; modify programs, functions and procedures to assure compliance with local, state, and federal requirements as appropriate.
• Operate a variety of office equipment including a computer and assigned software; drive a vehicle to conduct work; oversee and participate in the development and maintenance of the human resources database including automated employee records and files.
• Attend and conduct various meetings as assigned; serve as a member of the President’s Cabinet.
• Team Leader of the Human Resources Team; prepare and deliver oral presentations concerning Human Resources operations, activities, needs, and issues.

The College and District

Mt. San Antonio College is among the largest of California’s 112 community colleges, serving more than 77,000 students in the San Gabriel Valley and other parts of Southern California.  It is distinguished as a “College of Champions,” because of its reputation for academic excellence and for the numerous state, national, and international honors achieved by its students and faculty each year.  For over 80 years, Mt. SAC has been committed to providing students the highest quality instruction that is accessible, affordable, and in step with the changing needs and demands of the area’s employment sectors.

Mt. SAC Board of Trustees. The Board of Trustees consists of seven elected members representing seven districts and one student-elected student representative.  Its local College District boundaries encompass the communities of Baldwin Park, Bassett, Charter Oak, Covina, Diamond Bar, the southern portion of Glendora, Hacienda Heights, City of Industry, Irwindale, La Puente, La Verne, Pomona, Rowland Heights, San Dimas, Valinda, Walnut, and West Covina.

• Dr. Robert F. Hidalgo, Esq., President
• Ms. Laura Santos, Vice President
• Mr. Jay F. Chen, Clerk
• Dr. Manuel Baca, Board Member
• Judy Chen Haggerty, Esq., Board Member
• Mr. Gary Chow, Board Member
• Mr. Peter Hidalgo, Board Member
• Michelle Obasi, Student Trustee

About the Region.  Mt. San Antonio College sits on 420 rolling acres in Walnut, California, located on the eastern edge of the diverse Greater Los Angeles area.  With equestrian and farm roots, the city combines the charms of suburban living with the benefits of being just 25 miles from Downtown Los Angeles and its incredible cultural and recreational activities.  Regularly ranked in Money Magazine’s Best Places to Live, Walnut is known for its exceptional educational offerings, including Mt. SAC and the prestigious Walnut Valley Unified School District schools.

Our Equity Commitment.  Mt. San Antonio College recognizes that equity and diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students.  We seek employees who possess a genuine interest in serving others because we serve a diverse student body.

Desired Professional and Personal Leadership Qualities

• Create and execute equity diversity inclusion and anti-racism in recruitment and retention of faculty and staff.
• Demonstrated skill in respectful and sensitive communication with people at various levels within an organization who are diverse in their cultures, language groups, ethnicities and abilities.
• Develop strategies for articulating and communicating the college’s vision and commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive environment.
• Create and execute diversity related resources and programming towards the goal of being an anti-racist college.
• Plan organize control and direct College-wide human resources operations activities and support services involved in the recruitment, screening, selection, processing, orientation, classification development, evaluation, employee benefits, and compensation of College employees.
• Coordinate and direct communications, resources, programs, policies, services, labor relations, contract administration, and information to meet College human resources needs and assure smooth and efficient Department activities.
• Supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel.
• Monitor, analyze, and modify policies, procedures, programs, processes, and services to enhance the financial effectiveness and operational efficiency of Human Resources operations and activities.
• Plan, organize, control, and direct the development, implementation, and conducting of staff development and organizational learning programs and activities.
• Provide consultation and technical expertise to administrators, staff, the public and others concerning Human Resources operations, standards, requirements, practices, and procedures.
• Coordinate and direct the interviewing analysis and accepting or rejecting of job applicants.
• Serve as the Chief Negotiator and/or support bargaining negotiations with unit representatives.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Interpret, apply, and explain laws, codes, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Operate a computer and assigned office equipment.
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
• Meet schedules and timelines.
• Work independently with little direction.
• Plan and organize work.
• Prepare comprehensive narrative and statistical reports.
• Direct the maintenance of a variety of reports, records, and files related to assigned activities.

Application Procedures

• To be considered for the first screening, please submit application materials no later than Thursday, May 14, 2026, by 11:59 p.m. The position is open until filled.
• Applicants must submit ALL required documents for the application package to be deemed complete.  
  
  • Online Application
  • Cover Letter not to exceed five (5) pages
  • Resume/Curriculum Vitae
  • College and/or university transcripts showing the awarded/conferred degree
• Out of the country (foreign) transcripts must be evaluated prior to submitting an application. Evaluations provided by any service member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) (http://www.naces.org/) is acceptable.

Education and Experience

• Master’s degree in Human Resources, Personnel Management, Public Administration, Business Administration, Organizational Management, Law, or a related field, from an accredited institution; AND
• Three (3) years of recent responsible successful experience leading, overseeing and administering Human Resources programs, including employee and/or labor relations.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience in higher education.
• Doctorate degree.
• Proven track record of implementing or overseeing programs or policies relating to diversity, equity, inclusion, anti-racism, and accessibility preferably in a minority serving institution such as Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI); OR
• Proven track record of participating in programs relating to diversity, equity, inclusion, anti-racism, and accessibility preferably in a minority serving institution such as Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI).

Special Note to Applicants

To be guaranteed consideration, it is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that all required materials are received before the initial screening date and time indicated on the job posting. Incomplete application packets will not be considered. All application materials will become College Property, will not be returned, and will not be copied. Please visit the Mt. SAC Employment Website to complete and submit your application for this position.
A confirmation number will be assigned when your application packet indicates the supplemental questions have been answered and a document has been attached to each required link. Assistance with the online application process is available through Human Resources at 1100 N. Grand Avenue, Walnut, CA 91789-1399. Human Resources telephone #: (909)274-4225. Human Resources e-mail: employment@mtsac.edu.
Do Not include photographs or personal information (e.g. DOB, place of birth, etc.) on your application or supporting documents.
Long Distance Travel for Interviews: If you are selected to participate in an interview and attendance will require you to travel in excess of 150 miles from your residence, please contact the Human Resources Technician listed on the interview invitation to discuss accommodation and/or travel reimbursement.

Selection Procedure

A committee will evaluate applications, considering the breadth and depth of relevant education, training, experience, skills, knowledge, and abilities. The screening committee reserves the right to limit the number of interviews granted. Meeting the minimum qualifications for a position does not assure the applicant of an interview.
Interviews may include a writing sample, committee presentation, and/or performance test. The start date will follow Board approval and live scan clearance receipt.