Department(s): Human Resources
Reports to: Director III
FLSA status: Non-Exempt
Salary Grade: M - $85,000 - $141,086

Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. The deadline for the first review of applications is on Thursday, November 16, 2023 at 11:59 PM. ** Applicants are encouraged to apply early. Applicants that apply after the first review are not guaranteed to be considered for this recruitment. This recruitment may close at any time without notice after the first review date.** ****

About CalOptima Health

CalOptima Health is the single largest health plan in Orange County, serving one in four residents. Our motto — "Better. Together.” — is at the heart of our mission to serve members with excellence, dignity and respect. We are a public agency made up of compassionate leaders and professionals working together to strengthen our community’s health. We are continuing to build a culture that promotes diversity and inclusion within our community where employees have a sense of belonging, and are valued for their ideas, contributions, and their unique individual perspectives they bring. CalOptima Health has been recognized as one of Orange County’s best places to work, so we know there is something special about our organization. It is why people choose to work here and why they choose to stay!

About the Position

The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) will provide varied and complex human resource consultation on Human Resources (HR) and organizational issues through the implementation of strategic initiatives and processes in Employee Relations (ER). The HRBP will serve as a key contributor and liaison on ER matters, including administrative investigations, corrective actions, recommendations for training, relationship/team building, HR process improvement initiatives, HR policy review and development and administration of the performance evaluation and performance improvement processes. The incumbent will work with internal customers to develop tailored solutions and will implement key HR initiatives agency-wide to meet business needs requiring a high degree of professional, organizational, interpersonal knowledge, skill and sensitivity. The incumbent will work independently, may train and advise others and will exercise confidentiality, discretion and judgment within the HR department and with CalOptima Health’s stakeholders.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Participates in a mission-driven culture of high-quality performance, with a member focus on customer service, consistency, dignity and accountability.
• Assists the team in carrying out department responsibilities and collaborates with others to support short- and long-term goals/priorities for the department.
• Oversees ER matters, including but not limited to counseling and assisting department management with determining the need for an appropriate implementation of corrective actions, conducting and documenting administrative investigations/actions, triaging complaints, terminations, performance management, allegations of discrimination, harassment, retaliation, workplace violence and other policy violations.
• Assesses and refines current HR handbook, policies and practices to align with best practices and addresses existing laws and regulations.
• Implements, interprets, communicates and maintains HR policies, procedures and ER process improvements.
• Analyzes ER trends, proposes integrated solutions and proactively conveys the items to the Director of HR.
• Drafts well-written and comprehensive investigative reports that contain factual and objective support for any conclusions and provides accurate and timely briefings regarding the results of the pending and completed investigations, inquiries or other personnel matters.
• Counsels employees seeking ER advice and when appropriate refers to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Develops and maintains partnerships with department leadership by communicating and interpreting ER policies and practices and supporting management decision-making processes in related matters.
• Manages off-boarding, involuntary termination meetings, including a reduction in force, supports exit interviews, access removal, company equipment/property retrieval, the compliance termination report, termination action forms and exit surveys.
• Creates and maintains ER data, maintains terminated employee personnel files and ER files according to file retention policy. Compiles and retrieves files for litigation holds or public records requests.
• Manages the unemployment insurance (UI) claim process, responds to claims and participates in UI hearings.
• Partners with internal and external legal on the California Civil Rights Department Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) and related external complaints and participates in court hearings.
• Supports the administration of the performance management process; assists leaders with expectations and objective setting, coaching conversations, documentation, 90-day reviews, mid-year reviews, annual performance appraisals, performance evaluation rebuttals and implementation of performance improvement processes.
• Assists with department reorganizations including analysis of current structure, reviewing the distribution of functions and span of control, developing a reorganization proposal and determining resources to facilitate.
• Completes other projects and duties as assigned.

Experience & Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Human Resources Management or related field required.
• 6 years of progressively responsible human resources experience required, of which 4 years of experience must be in ER required.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the position such as those listed above is also qualifying.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Public sector ER experience.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical demands: While performing duties of job, employee may be required to move about the organization. Employee must be able to sit for extended periods of time, as well as work at the computer for long periods. Employee is required to use hands and fingers, especially for typing on the computer and using the mouse. Must also be able to reach with hands and arms and must occasionally lift office supply boxes or laptop case, up to 25 pounds. Employee must be able to communicate, particularly for regular phone use, in meetings, face-to-face interaction and while presenting.

• Work environment: Typical office environment with minimal to moderate noise levels and controlled office temperatures.

About our Benefits & Wellness options:

At CalOptima Health, we know that a healthy and happy workforce is a thriving workforce, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including participation in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), low-cost medical/vision/dental insurance options, and paid time off. To support quality work-life balance, we allow flexible scheduling during core business hours, telework options for some positions, work schedules that allow every other Monday or Friday off (9/80 schedule), and a wellness program featuring diverse activities. Additionally, CalOptima Health contributes 4% of pensionable earnings to a 401(a) retirement program with no required employee contribution. Employees also have access to 457(b) retirement plans with pre/post-tax contribution options.

CalOptima Health is committed to attracting, hiring, and retaining a diverse staff, where we will honor your unique experiences, identity, and perspectives. Our organization strives to create and maintain a workplace environment that is inclusive, equitable and welcoming so we can truly be Better Together.

CalOptima is an equal employment opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit. CalOptima wants to have qualified employees in every job position. CalOptima prohibits unlawful discrimination against any employee, or applicant for employment, based on race, religion/religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, sex stereotype, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transitioning status, age, sexual orientation, immigration status, military status as a disabled veteran, or veteran of the Vietnam era, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. CalOptima also prohibits unlawful discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has, or is perceived as having, any of those characteristics.

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Required Skills

Required Experience

** Minimum Qualifications:

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- Ability to successfully work in a fluid, changing work environment.
- Ability to operate Microsoft Office programs and applications, or similar platforms.
- Ability to keep others and oneself, in remote locations, accountable to expectations.
- Valid Driver’s License and Insurable Driving Record per Personnel Policies.
- Must be able to pass the organization’s criminal history check requirements.
- Exhibits the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse teams or with a variety of populations, including those underrepresented at our organization and those of BIPOC communities.
- Valid and current B-Faller Certification in OHLEC, S-212, or the equivalent.
- Valid and current Wilderness First Responder Certification, or higher.
- Current Herbicide Applicator certification for Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, or Utah, or
willingness to obtain.
- 3 or more years’ experience working with diverse teams or with Indigenous populations in conservation, resource management, or a related field.
- 3 or more years’ experience in technical conservation project work, including proficiency in chainsaw operations and maintenance, trail construction and maintenance, cultural preservation, and/or habitat restoration.
- 3 or more years’ experience supervising others in the professional work environment
- 1 or more years in an organizational leadership position.
- 2 or more years’ experience facilitating or supporting chainsaw training.
- 2 or more years’ experience with managing databases.

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Preferred Qualifications:

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- Preference in hiring is given to qualified Native American applicants.
- Valid and current C- Faller Certification in OHLEC, S-212, or the equivalent.