Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority Hiring for Manager, Human Resources Job at Los Angeles, CA Full Time

Job Summary
The Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA) seeks motivated professionals who want to use their talents and skills to make a difference. Our 500+ FTE staff are adaptive problem solvers and passionate about enriching people’s lives. If you are mission-driven, dedicated to superior service and support, can diligently work independently and in a collaborative environment, join our team. LAHSA is leading the fight to end homelessness in LA County. Here, not only would your work have a real impact on the community, but we also offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package.

Created in 1993, LAHSA is a joint powers authority of the city and county of Los Angeles. As the lead agency in the HUD-funded Los Angeles Continuum of Care, we coordinate and manage over $800 million annually in federal, state, county, and city funds for programs providing shelter, housing, and services to people experiencing homelessness.

Under the leadership of the Associate Director of Human Resources, this position will assist in the daily operations of the Human Resources Unit. This includes effective planning and coordination of all major personnel and human resources related functions. The manager will supervise a team of specialists and coordinators in ensuring effective and efficient HR related activities and practices across the agency.

Essential Job Functions

• Serves as the primary liaison in employee relations and labor/union relations
• Coordinates development of effective employee onboarding.
• Manages benefits, leaves, and workers compensation.
• Serves as primary liaison with insurance carriers.
• Supports the recruitment lifecycle.
• Leads compliance audits.
• Ensures all HR policies are updated in accordance with CA and Federal Laws.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Desired Competencies:

• Ability to help create awareness and understanding of the need to use an equity lens to develop and implement programs, policies and practices across the agency.
• Ability to effectively handle and manage confidential and sensitive information.
• Advanced knowledge in Microsoft Office including proficiency in Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to think critically and strategically.
• Strong written, verbal, presentation and communication skills.
• Ability to adapt rapidly in response to changing information or o needs.
• Demonstrated organizational skills and proven ability to work independently and manage multiple projects and priorities within a multi?disciplinary team environment.
• Sets a high standard for personal and team performance with a focus on results.
• Strong time management skills and the ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment, while exercising sound judgment.
• Must be a confident self-starter who can develop effective business relationships, both internally & externally.

Training & Experience

• Proven professional experience and educational background.

COVID-19 Vaccines

• Effective November 1, 2021, LAHSA will require proof of vaccination for all employees. This requirement is in response to the public health emergency and is intended to reduce the spread of COVID-19 among LAHSA employees, our stakeholders and those we serve – it will remain in effect for the duration of the public health emergency.
• Employees may apply for an exemption if they cannot be vaccinated due to complicating medical conditions or sincerely held religious beliefs. If the exemption is approved, then the employees will be subject to weekly COVID-19 testing.

A_ppointments are typically made between the minimum and the midpoint of the range, depending on qualifications._
Applicants may make a reasonable accommodation request for this job by calling the Human Resources Department at (213) 683-3333; or via email at [email protected].

Medical/Dental Insurance
LAHSA pays a portion of the premiums for medical and dental benefits to all full-time employees and their dependents. Employees are responsible for the difference in the premiums through automatic bi-monthly payroll deductions. Medical plans are administered through ADP TotalSource. The following are enrollment options:

Medical
HMO/PPO: Kaiser Permanente, Aetna

Dental
HMO/PPO: Guardian Dental

VSP Vision Plan
LAHSA offers this voluntary comprehensive vision plan to all full-time employees through ADP TotalSource. It includes yearly comprehensive exams, lenses, frames and contact lenses. All premiums are pre-taxed and paid 100% by the employee through automatic bi-monthly payroll deductions.

AFLAC Supplemental Insurance
LAHSA offers this voluntary supplemental insurance to all full-time employees. Plan options include personal accident, personal cancer indemnity, personal short-term disability, and personal life insurance plans. Most premiums are pre-taxed and paid 100% by the employee through automatic bi-monthly payroll deductions.

ADP Flexible Spending Accounts
LAHSA offers employees this voluntary flexible spending account plan through ADP TotalSource. Employees may elect to participate in dependent care or health care expense accounts. All premiums are pre-taxed and paid 100% by the employee through automatic bimonthly payroll deductions.

LegalShield Legal Benefits
LAHSA offers this voluntary legal benefit which provides access to quality law firms. Other benefits include personal, business and pre-existing conditions medical advice, 24/7 emergency assistance, letter and phone calls on your behalf, legal document review and standard will preparation. All premiums are paid 100% by the employee through direct payment.

VPI Pet Insurance
LAHSA employees may purchase pet insurance through VPI. This insurance provides a financial safety net for unexpected veterinary expenses. All premiums are paid 100% by the employee through direct payment.

Life Insurance
LAHSA pays 100% of premium for $50,000 basic life insurance and AD&D coverage through ADP TotalSource.

Voluntary Life Insurance
Employee may purchase additional life insurance through Lincoln Financial Group for themselves, a spouse, and/or dependent children. Employee benefit may be elected in increments of $ 10,000 not to exceed 5 times your annual salary or $500,000 whichever is less. Guarantee Issue amount: $100,000.

Long Term Disability
LAHSA pays 100% of premium for long term disability coverage through ADP TotalSource.

State Disability/Unemployment Insurance
LAHSA participates in both state insurance programs.

Pension Plan
LAHSA provides a 401A pension plan through Lincoln Financial Advisors Corp. After 6 months of employment, employees are eligible for contributions of 5% of employees’ salaries with a qualification date of 500 hours or 6 months after date of hire.

• Vesting schedule: 3 years = 100%, 2 years = 66%, 1 year = 33%

**Temporary status employees are not eligible for 401A.

Deferred Compensation Plan
LAHSA provides an optional 457 Deferred Compensation Plan through Lincoln Financial Advisors Corp. Employees may elect to defer up to $18,000 per year of their earned salary for income tax purposes. Deferred earnings are not taxable until the time of withdrawal from the plan and/or retirement.

Vacation
Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at a rate of 2 weeks (10 days) per year, with an additional week (5 days) increase after 5 years of employment. Maximum accrual for vacation leave is 200 hours.
Sick Leave
Full-time employees accrue sick leave at a rate of 12 days per year. Maximum accrual for sick leave is 160 hours.

Personal Sick Leave
Full-time employees may use up to forty hours (5 days) of sick leave per calendar year for personal use. Personal sick leave can only be taken if the employee maintains a minimum of twenty-four hours of sick leave.

Paid Holidays
Full-time employees receive 12 paid holidays and 1 “floating” holiday per calendar year.

Parking
Employee parking is paid by LAHSA in an established nearby garage. Employees may elect to take public transportation which is also covered up to the amount of the company parking lot.

Revised: 01/05/2017

Location: 707 Wilshire Blvd,10th floor,Los Angeles,CA 90017,CA, Los Angeles, CA 90017

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $79,704.94 – $115,572.16 per year

Work Location: One location