Human Resources Manager III *Promotional Only*

Human Resources Manager III Promotional Only

Salary

$181,530.72 - $200,134.80 Annually

Location

Sacramento, CA

Job Type

Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

28970-26-P

Department

Personnel Services

Opening Date

10/06/2026

Closing Date

10/21/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

The Position

Positions assigned to Human Resources Manager III, under general direction of a department or agency director, manage a complex, fully developed human resources program which includes recruitment, selection, classification, compensation, safety, training, organizational development, equal employment opportunity programs, and labor relations, including disciplinary advice and complaint investigations. The program may include other major program elements.

Note: Must Currently Hold Permanent Employment Status with Sacramento County.

Examples of Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of

• Principles and practices of management, supervision, and training
• Advanced principles and practices of public sector human resources administration including recruitment, selection, training, job analysis, classification, and compensation, personnel record keeping, performance evaluation, payroll and position control
• Advanced principles and practices of public sector labor relations administration including interpretation and application of negotiated agreements, employer employee relations practices, meet and confer obligations and progressive discipline
• Applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations and precedent court decisions regarding equal employment opportunity, employee health and safety, collective bargaining and labor relations
• Applicable federal, state and local employment compliance requirements and precedent court decisions including Civil Rights Act, Americans with Disabilities Act, Family Medical Leave Act, California Family Rights Act, Pregnancy Disability leave, Fair Labor Standards Act, Age Discrimination in Employment Act, Workers Compensation, and Drug Free Workplace Act
• Principles and methods for investigating and resolving grievances and complaints
• Principles and practices of organizational behavior and development
• Presentation techniques
• Payroll systems and legal requirements
• Automated systems and applications including word processing, spreadsheet and database applications.

Ability to

• Plan, organize and direct the work of managerial, professional, technical and clerical staff
• Build consensus and lead team toward common goal
• Interview, select, train and supervise staff
• Identify, analyze, develop options for and recommend solutions to human resource problems and concerns
• Analyze, investigate, evaluate and resolve grievances, complaints and disciplinary matters
• Counsel employees
• Effectively represent management in collective bargaining, hearings and meetings
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, supervisors, employees, employee organizations, other departments and members of the public.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Interpret and apply complex policies, procedures, memoranda of understanding and other human resource materials.

Employment Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Either: Pattern 1. Two years of experience in Sacramento County service in the class of Human Resources Manager I or II,

NOTE: Employee Relations Representative experience alone would not be qualifying.

Or: Pattern 2. Five years of experience in a human resources or labor relations office performing professional analytical and managerial human resources or employee relations duties, including a minimum of one year experience in discipline, grievance investigation, arbitration, or labor negotiations and a minimum of two years in a supervisory or managerial capacity (public sector experience is highly desirable).

And

A Bachelors degree in Public or Business Administration, Human Resources Management, Organizational Development, Industrial Psychology from an accredited college or university.

Substitution (Pattern 2 only) - Completion of a certificate program in Labor Relations from an accredited institution may substitute for one year of the general experience.

Substitution (Pattern 1 or 2) - A masters degree in business or public administration, personnel administration, personnel management, psychology, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university may substitute for one year of experience.

Note: If the word "experience" is referenced in the minimum qualifications, it means full-time paid experience unless the minimum qualification states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements.

Note: If the minimum qualifications include an educational or certificate/license requirement, applicants must submit proof of requirements with the application. Failure to submit proof of requirements may result in disqualification from the examination. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. For guidelines on submitting acceptable proof of educational requirements, please click here or speak to someone in our office before the cut-off date listed in this notice.

Special Requirements

General License Requirements: Positions generally require regular travel to county facilities and some positions may require possession of, or ability to obtain a valid California Driver's License, Class C or higher, before the date of appointment. Failure to obtain and maintain this license constitutes cause for suspension or termination from the class in accordance with Civil Service Rules. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due a disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Physical Requirements: Sit for extended periods; frequently stand and walk; normal manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of office equipment including computers, keyboards, telephones, calculators, and copiers.

Work Schedule and Conditions: Working conditions are those typically found in an office setting, incumbents are subject to stressful situations and deadlines, and routinely work extended hours including occasional weekends. Occasional overnight travel as necessary.

Criminal History Check: Some positions may require the incumbent to pass and maintain a criminal justice background clearance.

Probationary Period

The probationary period for this classification is twelve (12) months.

Application and Testing Information

APPLICATION

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application online by 5:00 PM on the final filing date of October 21, 2026. Click here to apply.

County of Sacramento

Department of Personnel Services

Employment Services Division

700 H Street, Room 4667

Sacramento, CA 95814

Phone (916) 874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service

Email EmployOffice@Saccounty.net

Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667

www.SacCountyJobs.net

• Employment applications and all documentation requested in this announcement must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date.
• Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicants computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date.
• Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the cut-off date.
• Application information must be current, concise and related to the requirements in this job announcement. You may only apply for this recruitment once. Duplicate and incomplete applications will be disqualified.
• A resume may be included with your application, however it will not substitute for the information requested on the application.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE

Applicants are required to provide a full and complete response to each supplemental question. The Supplemental Questionnaire is located in the tab marked "Supplemental Questions". Please be descriptive in your response.

Note: Responses of "See Resume" or "See Application", or copy and paste of work experience are not qualifying responses and will not be considered.

• Supplemental Questionnaires must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date. Employment Services is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by an applicants computer or web browser. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted their applications and all documentation prior to 5:00 p.m. on the cut-off date.
• The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidates experience, education, and training. Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification.
• Please provide place of employment, pertinent dates, and concise, descriptive and detailed information for each question.
• If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely.
• Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question.
• If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question.
• For many individuals, it is more efficient to develop responses to the supplemental questions in a word processing document and then paste them into the final document to be submitted. Changes or corrections to your Supplemental Questionnaire cannot be made once your application packet has been submitted.
• If the Supplemental Questionnaire is used in the Formula Rate exam, failure to complete all of the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score. While scoring the Supplemental Questionnaire, the candidates application and/or attachments will not be reviewed, therefore, a candidates responses to the questions should be accurate, thorough, detailed, and complete.

FORMULA RATE EXAMINATION (Weighted 100%)

All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications by the cut-off date will have their Supplemental Questionnaire scored in the Formula Rate Examination.

This examination will evaluate the relevance, level, recency, progression and quality of candidates education, training and experience. The candidates application or other materials will not be included in this examination. Therefore, the candidates responses to the supplemental questionnaire should be thorough, detailed and complete. The score from the Formula Rate Examination will determine the ranking on the eligible/employment list for this job.

All candidates competing in the testing process will receive written notice of their examination results by email. Notices can also be accessed in their governmentjobs.com inbox. Applicants achieving a passing score will be placed on the eligible list in rank order. The rank is determined by the test score attained from the examination.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Click here for Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

For information regarding County jobs:

www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sacramento

Sacramento County is about enriching communities to thrive. We strive to create inclusive workplaces that reflect the communities we serve. We value and celebrate the unique perspectives, backgrounds, abilities, and diverse dimensions of our employees and residents. Through transparency, courage, innovation, and trust we are committed to advance equity and transformational change.

We are a proud equal opportunity employer. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any phase of the hiring process, please contact our Disability Compliance Office at dco@saccounty.gov or 916-874-7642, CA Relay 711. For more information, visit: Reasonable Accommodation Requests - Job Applicant Instructions

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

At Sacramento County, we strive to provide benefit programs designed to meet our employees' current and future needs and help them as they balance their careers and personal life. County of Sacramento employees have a variety of benefits available. These benefits include:

• Dental Insurance
• Vision Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life Insurance
• Critical Illness
• Retiree Health Savings Plan (RHSP)
• Deferred Compensation

More information can be found on the Benefits website

TEMPORARY POSITIONS:

Most benefits do not apply to temporary positions.

VACATION:

Generally, vacation with pay begins at 10 days annually. With increase over a period of years, the maximum annual vacation with pay is 25 days.

HOLIDAYS:

14.5 holidays per year as recognized by the Board of Supervisors.

SICK LEAVE:

Equivalent to 15 days annually, unlimited accumulation.

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT:

Regular County employees may be eligible to receive Tuition Reimbursement. The costs for course tuition/registration fees and required books/supplies may be eligible for reimbursement. Tuition reimbursement amounts may vary depending upon union agreement.

RETIREMENT:

The County's defined-benefit pension plan is provided by the County Employees' Retirement Law of 1937 and is managed by the Sacramento County Employees Retirement System (SCERS) Board of Retirement. For more information, visit the SCERS website, http://www.scers.org

DENTAL INSURANCE:

For more information, visit the Benefits website

LIFE INSURANCE:

The County of Sacramento provides a basic life insurance benefit to all eligible employees at no cost. Additional coverage may be purchased through payroll deduction.

For more information, visit the Benefits website

DEFERRED COMPENSATION:

A deferred compensation program is available through the County 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan. For more information, visit the Benefits website

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM:

The County of Sacramento provides an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their eligible dependents. The EAP offers confidential, professional counseling services in areas such as:

• Legal Advice/Difficult Decisions
• Marriage or Family Relationships
• Financial or Credit Worries/Elder Care
• Alcohol and Drug Abuse

More information can be found on the Benefits website

WELLNESS INCENTIVE PROGRAM:

The County will recognize and award time off to eligible employees who maintain an excellent attendance record.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT:

The County offers regular employees two separate Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs). These accounts allow employees to set money aside, on a pre-tax basis via payroll deduction, to pay for medical, dental or dependent care expenses.

DEPENDENT CARE REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT:

Employees may set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified childcare or dependent care expenses that are necessary for the employee and/or spouse to continue working.

MEDICAL REIMBURSEMENT ACCOUNT:

The Medical Reimbursement Account allows pre-tax dollars to be set aside to pay for out-of-pocket expenses that are not paid by insurance or reimbursed by any other benefit plan.

WORKERS COMPENSATION:

In case of injury while on the job, each employee is protected under the Workers Compensation laws of California.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE VISIT OUR FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: FAQs

VETERANS PREFERENCE:

Military veterans who have served during wartime shall be given preference in initial appointment to County service. Such preference shall apply, provided the veteran has first achieved a minimum passing score in the examination. The passing score of a veteran shall be annotated to indicate the veterans score shall be regarded as 5 points or higher, OR 10 points higher for disabled veterans, only for the purpose of determining the three ranks along with which the veterans name shall be certified. No score shall actually be changed and no new rank shall be created as a result of application of veterans preference for certification purposes.

"Disabled Veteran" means any veteran who has served during wartime and, who, as of the final filing date for an examination is declared by the United States Veterans Administration or military service department to be 10% or more disabled as a result of his/her military service. Persons claiming eligibility for disabled veterans preference must submit to the employment office, on or before the application deadline date, a certification from the United States Veterans Administration or a military service department, dated within 1 year, which certifies the present existence of a service related disability of 10% or more, or other acceptable proof of such disability as a result of his/her military service.

Persons claiming eligibility for veterans preference must submit a copy of Form DD 214 or other acceptable proof of veterans status on or before the final filing date for the examination. For purpose of this rule "reserve" status does not constitute active duty.

SPECIAL SKILL QUALIFICATIONS (WHEN SPECIFIED ON THE JOB ANNOUNCEMENT):

Persons who have special skills required by some (but not all) positions in a class may be certified ahead of others provided that:

Such special skills are based on the duties and requirements of the positions and are in conformance with merit system and equal opportunity principles, and

The certification of eligibles who possess special skills have been approved by the Civil Service Commission.

01

The following Supplemental Questionnaire is the Civil Service Exam for this position and will be used to determine your exam score. All experience, education, and/or training used to answer the supplemental questions must be included on your application.

In order to receive every consideration in the selection process, you must complete all questions with concise but detailed answers and provide all requested information. Each answer will be scored separately. References such as See Resume as a response will not be scored.

By continuing in the exam process, you are certifying that all information provided in the Supplemental Questionnaire is true to the best of your knowledge.

• I have read and understood the above instructions.

02

The minimum qualifications for the position are as follows:

Either: Pattern 1. Two years of experience in Sacramento County service in the class of Human Resources Manager I or II.

Or

Pattern 2. Five years of experience in a human resources or labor relations office performing professional analytical and managerial human resources or employee relations duties, including a minimum of one year experience in discipline, grievance investigation, arbitration, or labor negotiations and a minimum of two years in a supervisory or managerial capacity (public sector experience is highly desirable).

AND

A bachelor's degree in public or business administration, human resources management, organizational development, or industrial psychology from an accredited college or university.

Substitution (Pattern 2 only) - Completion of a certificate program in labor relations from an accredited institution may be substituted for one year of the general experience.

Substitution (Pattern 1 or 2) - A master's degree in business or public administration, personnel administration, personnel management, psychology, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university may substitute for one year of experience.

Select the one box that best describes how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position.

• I meet Pattern 1.
• I meet Pattern 2.
• I meet Pattern 2 with the substitution of a certificate in labor relations from an accredited institution for one year of the general experience.
• I meet Pattern 1 or 2 with the substitution of a masters degree in business or public administration, personnel administration, personnel management, psychology, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university for one year of experience
• I do not meet the minimum experience requirement for the position.

03

To qualify for this position using your education, you must have met the education requirement by the final filing date listed on the announcement. Copies of transcripts or your diploma must be attached or sent to our office or you may be disqualified.

If you have questions, please click here or speak to someone in our office before the listed cut-off date.

• I have attached the documentation to my application.
• I will submit my documents by the final filing date via email.
• I am not using education or certification to qualify for the position.

04

Select the one box that best describes the highest level of education you have completed at an accredited college/university.

• None.
• Some completed coursework, but less than thirty (30) semester units/quarter unit equivalent.
• Thirty (30) or more but less than sixty (60) semester units/quarter unit equivalent.
• Associates Degree or sixty (60) or more semester units/quarter unit equivalent.
• Bachelors Degree.
• Masters Degree or higher.

05

Is your education in public or business administration, human resources management, personnel administration, personnel management, organizational development, industrial psychology, psychology, or a closely related field?

• My degree is in public or business administration, human resources management, personnel administration, personnel management, organizational development, industrial psychology, or psychology.
• My degree is in a closely related field. I will list the degree and include how it is related in question 7.
• My degree is in an unrelated field.
• None of the above.

06

Select all of the boxes that best describe the professional certification(s) or certificates that you currently possess.

• Certificate of Labor Relations or Human Resources.
• PHR, PHR - CA, SHRM - CP, IMPA - CP.
• SPHR, SHRM - SCP, IPMA - SCP.
• Other certificate or certification in a related field.
• None of the above.

07

List your education completed and certificate(s) received that are relevant to the Human Resources Manager III position. In your response, provide the degree(s)/certification(s), and/or certificate (s) earned, the conferral date(s) and/or date(s) received.

If you have completed no education nor have certificates relevant to the position, please write "None".

08

Select the one box that best describes how many years of experience you have performing advanced journey level analytical and/or managerial duties.

• None or less than two (2) years.
• Two (2) years but less than three (3) years.
• Three (3) years but less than five (5) years.
• Five (5) years but less than seven (7) years.
• Seven (7) years but less than ten (10) years.
• Ten (10) or more years.

09

Select the one box that best describes how many years of experience you have supervising/managing staff.

• None or less than two (2) years.
• Two (2) years but less than three (3) years.
• Three (3) years but less than five (5) years.
• Five (5) years but less than seven (7) years.
• Seven (7) years but less than ten (10) years.
• Ten (10) or more years.

10

Select all of the boxes that best describe a role where you performed any of the following functions on a regular basis at an advanced journey level or management level.

• Acting as liaison between members of various groups such as outside organizations, internal departments and/or divisions, and the general public to develop long-lasting multi-organization partnerships.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with staff, public, consultants, and other stakeholders.
• Leading culture change and change initiatives organization wide.
• Representing your employer at meetings with other professionals such as consulting firms, contractors, vendors, etc.
• Representing your employer at public meetings and other civic interest group meetings.
• None of the above.

11

Select all of the boxes that best describe the individuals you have experience working with on a regular basis.

• Advisory boards and/or Special districts.
• Community partners (NGOs, non-profits, etc.).
• Constituents.
• Elected officials.
• Employees/Coworkers.
• Executive management.
• Media.
• None of the above.

12

Select all the boxes for which you have experience performing or managing the duties through others on a regular basis.

• Applying collaboration skills to facilitate consensus decision-making processes and navigate complex policy issues
• Assisting with adopting key performance indicators and establishing a platform to track progress and outcome measures over time.
• Coordinating assigned activities with multiple stakeholders to include divisions, departments, outside agencies, and/or the general public.
• Developing and leading the implementation of department/agencywide policy and procedural changes.
• Establishing learning programs across multiple departments and/or agencywide.
• Evaluating practices and processes and recommending or implementing improvements.
• Participating in division/department fiscal budget planning and management.
• Providing strategic direction and leadership across multiple departments and/or agencywide.
• None of the above.

13

Select all of the boxes for which you have three (3) or more years of experience at the advanced journey level or higher working in the listed functional areas.

• Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
• Benefits Administration.
• Civil Service Exam Development.
• Class and Compensation.
• Discipline.
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI).
• Employee Relations.
• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO).
• Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS).
• Investigations.
• Labor Relations.
• Leave Management.
• Payroll Administration.
• Recruitment.
• Training and Organizational Development.
• Workers' Compensation/Risk Management.
• None of the above.

14

List your employment experience that qualifies you for the Human Resources Manager III position. For all experience listed, provide the following:

• Employer
• Dates of employment
• Position title
• Position level (i.e. management, supervisory, etc.)
• Primary duties and responsibilities, to include experience selections from prior questions

If you have no qualifying experience, please write "None".

15

Select the one box that describes your current valid California Driver License.

• I have the ability to immediately obtain a California Class C Driver License.
• I possess a California Class C Driver License.
• I possess a Driver License from another state.
• I do not possess nor have the ability to obtain a California Class C Driver License.

16

The County of Sacramento is committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol free workplace. All persons selected for appointment must pass a drug test administered by the County and at no cost to the applicant.

I understand, if offered conditional employment, I will be subject to a drug test administered by the County as described in Sacramento County Personnel Ordinance Section 2.78.030.

• Yes.
• No.

17

I have read the General Requirements and Other Requirements as stated on the job announcement.

• Yes.

18

Select the one box that best describes whether you have attended a career fair and/or job event where you have interacted with representatives from Sacramento County.

• Attended in the last one (1) - three (3) months.
• Attended in the last four (4) - six (6) months.
• Attended in the last seven (7) months - one (1) year.
• Attended an event more than one (1) year ago.
• Have attended a career fair and/or job event but did not interact with Sacramento County representatives.
• Have not attended a career fair and/or job event.

19

List the following for the career fair and/or job event you attended:

• Name of event
• Location of event
• Month and year of event

If you have not attended an event where you interacted with representatives from Sacramento County, please write "None".

Required Question

Employer County of Sacramento

Address 700 H Street, Room 4667

Sacramento, California, 95814

Phone (916) 874-5593

Website http://www.saccountyjobs.net