Personnel Officer / HR Manager

Personnel Officer / HR Manager

FIRE DEPARTMENT

City / County of San Francisco, California

Annual Salary: $152,802 - $195,026 DOE/DOQ*

* As part of the Municipal Executives Association (MEA) Miscellaneous, this role will receive a 2.01% pay increase on July 1, 2025

The City / County (City) of San Francisco, California, seeks a technically strong and collaborative Personnel Officer/HR Manager (Manager) for the Fire Department to oversee personnel and payroll operations for approximately 1,900 employees and 85 civilian staff. This manager plays a vital role in supporting one of the nation's most respected fire departments, overseeing operations that directly impact delivering life-saving services across the City/County of San Francisco. This person will work collaboratively with labor representatives, centralized HR, fire department staff, and High Ranking executive leadership. To be effective in this role, a candidate must demonstrate strong human resources expertise alongside exceptional leadership and mentoring abilities, guiding a team while contributing meaningfully to department-wide strategies and decisions. Success also requires high emotional intelligence, adaptability in high-pressure environments, and the ability to navigate complex legal and organizational issues with professionalism and integrity. This is a unique opportunity for a seasoned HR professional, preferably with public sector expertise in general human resources and payroll programs administration and working knowledge of California labor law and other relevant statutes. The ideal candidate should have the ability to navigate the operational demands of a high-performing public safety organization. Join the team behind the front lines of public safety, apply today!

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