Are you a mission-driven Human Resources professional ready to lead with purpose and build trust? The Water Employee Services Authority (WESA) is seeking a skilled Director of Human Resources to oversee staffing and all human resource services for Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District (EVMWD) and Meeks & Daley Mutual Water.

If you're passionate about public service, thrive in a dynamic and mission-oriented environment, and ready to work with a solid leadership team and apply your human resources acumen for a vital public service—we want to hear from you.

Take the next step in your career and make a lasting difference—apply today!

Regional Government Services (RGS) and its staff are conducting this recruitment on behalf of WESA.

THE POSITION
Under administrative direction, plans, organizes, manages, and provides administrative direction and oversight for all functions and activities of the WESA Human Resources Department, which provides Human Resources services to both the EVMWD and Meeks & Daley Mutual Water Company.

These functions and activities include recruitment and selection, labor and employee relations, classification and compensation, benefits administration, training and development, occupational safety, risk management and liability insurance, and workers’ compensation administration; formulates departmental policies, goals, and directives; coordinates assigned activities with other District departments, officials, outside agencies, and the public; fosters cooperative working relationships among District departments and with intergovernmental, regulatory agencies, and various public and private groups; provides highly responsible and complex professional assistance to the General Manager in areas of expertise.

THE COMMUNITY:

Our offices are located in the City of Lake Elsinore. The city was ranked as the twelfth fastest growing city in California between 2000 and 2008. As of the 2020 census the population has grown to just over 70,000. Lake Elsinore encompasses a large geographical area. To better distinguish the wide variety of neighborhoods, the city is organized into eleven districts. Each district beholds its own unique geography, culture, age, and history which together make Lake Elsinore a very diverse and culturally rich city.

The community offers a wealth of recreational opportunities on its pristine freshwater lake, with over fourteen miles of shoreline, Lake Elsinore has something for everyone. It’s ideal for fishing, boating, jet skiing, water skiing, wake boarding, kayaking, paddle boarding, windsurfing, and swimming. It boasts public beaches with picnic and shade features, plenty of safe easy-access parking, a four-mile levee for hiking, nature watching and fishing.

About WESA

The Water Employee Services Authority (WESA) was established as a Joint Powers Authority (JPA) between the Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District (EVMWD) and the Meeks & Daley Water Company. As a JPA, WESA provides high-quality administrative, operational, and professional water and wastewater services to both partner agencies.

In addition to supporting EVMWD and Meeks & Daley, WESA plays a vital role in delivering reliable water and sewer services to the communities of Canyon Lake, Wildomar, and portions of Murrieta. We also serve unincorporated areas of Riverside County and a small portion of Orange County. With over 49,000 active water meter connections, WESA serves a growing population of more than 163,000 residents.

At the heart of WESA’s success are our core values: Professionalism, Enthusiasm, Integrity, Inclusiveness, and Stewardship. These principles guide our approach to service delivery, employee engagement, and community partnership.

WESA’s commitment to excellence has earned regional recognition. In January 2025, WESA/EVMWD was honored as a Top Workplace in the Inland Empire for the sixth consecutive year. This prestigious award highlights our dedication to maintaining a supportive, innovative, and inclusive work environment. We prioritize employee well-being, professional development, and a culture of collaboration, ensuring our team members feel valued and empowered to make meaningful contributions to our mission.

Through forward-thinking leadership, dedicated staff, and a strong partnership between public and private entities, WESA continues to enhance the health, sustainability, and vibrancy of the communities we serve.

Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District (EVMWD)

EVMWD provides public water service, water supply development and planning, wastewater treatment and disposal, and wastewater recycling. Currently, the district has over 49,000 water, wastewater, and agricultural service connections.

Water is supplied by dozens of wells, imported water connections, and surface water treatment. Wastewater is collected and treated by EVMWD’s three modern water reclamation facilities and through contract with a neighboring agency.

The district’s mission is: The EVMWD team delivers total water management that powers the health and vibrancy of its communities so life can flourish.

Meeks & Daley Mutual Water Company

Meeks & Daley is one of the oldest water purveyors in the Inland Empire and was established by farmers in 1885 to bring irrigation water from the mountains into the fertile plains of Riverside and San Bernardino Counties. Today, much of Meeks & Daley’s water is used for growing urban areas. As majority shareholder, EVMWD uses this portion of its water supply portfolio in exchange agreements with neighboring agencies, and it is also responsible for maintaining Meeks & Daley facilities and water rights.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL

• Exhibit exceptional interpersonal skills and a composed, respectful, and approachable leadership style that builds trust and inspires confidence in others. Have the ability to exemplify integrity; being open, honest, ethical, and acting in accordance with WESA values.
• Demonstrate experience indicating self-motivation, creativity, adaptability, organization, and comfort operating in and contributing to an innovative and dynamic environment.
• Have hands-on experience and understanding all areas of Human Resources from employee and labor relations, recruitment, selection, compensation, employee retention, training and development, performance management, benefits administration, workplace safety, risk management, and workers’ compensation.
• Possess experience with municipal budgeting and contract management.
• Demonstrate experience with strategic and forward-thinking, with the ability to understand technical issues and offer sound, objective solutions.
• Possess a positive attitude and an inviting personality that engages others in effective collaboration, excels in developing interpersonal relationships, achieves consensus, and guides policy decisions.
• Demonstrate sound judgment, discretion, impartiality, diplomatic demeanor, and professionalism; and the ability to tactfully settle disagreements and find mutually beneficial solutions.
• Possess the ability to inspire and guide individuals and groups towards a meaningful vision of excellence and bring out the best in others.
• Demonstrate experience in analyzing, organizing, and implementing initiatives, and maintaining confidentiality related to the full range of human resources programs in support of organizational needs.
• Demonstrate experience in team engagement with process and customer service improvements, cross-training, training, and team performance programs.
• Proven skill as an effective communicator with strong active listening abilities, who displays tact and professionalism, presenting information clearly and concisely across a wide range of audiences, expert at interacting with a wide variety of temperaments and personality types.

COMPETENCIES
Accountability - Considers alternative available actions, resources, and constraints before selecting a method for accomplishing a goal or project; and takes responsibility for actions and those of his/her team
Analytical Thinking - Identifies diverse solutions to complex problems integrating findings from several different disciplines; identifies and evaluates the various options developed and selects the most effective solution
Collaboration - Fosters staff and stakeholder communication and dialogue; identifies opportunities to build consensus for options, decisions, and outcomes
Communication - Exchanges information with constituents using oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Customer Service - Continuously searches for ways to increase customer satisfaction
Influence - Maintains an awareness of organizational goals and objectives while simultaneously navigating solutions towards desired outcomes and preserving relationships
Judgment - Makes decisions based on careful thought taking both agency goals and input from others into account
Leadership - Understands formal and informal power and influence structure within the organization and successfully achieves positive, desired outcomes
Leverage Technology - Comfortably works with technology and champions innovative use of technology
Time Management Organization - Manages and prioritizes both everyday responsibilities and high-level, longer-term objectives

Examples of Duties

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Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Education: Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Human Resources, Organizational/Workforce Development, Public or Business Administration, Industrial Relations, or a closely related field. A master’s degree is preferred.

Experience: Ten (10) years of increasingly responsible experience in human resources, labor and employee relations, or a related field, including five (5) years of management and administrative experience.

SALARY and BENEFITS

The salary range is $ 193,878.48 – $ 254,367.24 per year with an excellent benefits package. Placement within the salary range will be based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience.

Health and Welfare Benefits: The Authority provides HMO and PPO medical plans, dental (full time employees only), vision, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, a life insurance policy equal to two times the annual salary for the employee (max coverage $200,000) and a $1,000.00 policy for eligible dependents. Benefits become effective on the first of the month following a 30-day waiting period and the Authority contributes 90% of the cost of such insurance (Employer Life, LTD and AD&D premiums are paid 100% by the Authority). Please note: some pre-existing conditions may not be covered for a limited period of time.

Retirement: The Authority contracts with Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) of the State of California for employee retirement benefits. The below definitions of “Classic” or “PEPRA” is determined by CalPERS, according to their predetermined criteria.

“Classic” PERS Members (previously worked for another PERS agency or an agency with a reciprocal retirement system) shall be enrolled in the 2.7% at age 55 formula, these employees pay 8% to PERS.

“PEPRA” PERS Members (new members) shall be enrolled in the 2% at age 62 formula, these employees pay 7.75% to PERS.

Deferred Compensation: WESA currently has three deferred compensation plans to which an employee may voluntarily contribute up to $23,500 for the 2025 plan year. The Authority does not contribute to these plans.

Holidays: Twelve (12) paid holidays per year. Upon employment with the District for one year, employees receive one (1) floating holiday annually.

Vacation: Employees accrue vacation at the rate of 3.08 hours per two-week pay period for the first 4 years of employment; 4.62 hours for years 5-8; 6.16 hours for years 9-13; 6.47 hours for years 14-18; and 6.78 for 19+ years of service.

Sick Leave: For all full-time employees, sick leave is accrued at the rate of 3.70 hours per bi-weekly pay period for a total of 96.20 hours per year with unlimited accumulation.

Administrative Leave: After completion of the probationary period, salaried exempt employees will receive an allotment of paid administrative leave each fiscal year. Executives will be provided with sixty (60) hours of paid administrative leave per fiscal year.

Additional benefits available include: 9/80 work schedule, Flexible/Hybrid work schedule, Direct Deposit, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Educational Assistance, Certification Reimbursement Program, Certification Bonus Program, Interest-Free Computer Loan Program and three credit unions.

SELECTION PROCESS

DEADLINE TO APPLY: August 28, 2025, at 11:59 PM PST.

Apply at: https://bit.ly/WESA-Director-HR

Application - Qualified candidates are required to submit a Letter of Interest and a focused resume detailing their recent experience (within the past 15 years) and demonstrated career accomplishments relevant to this position along with their application online. All materials must be complete and clearly indicate the candidate meets the minimum qualifications. All statements made on the application, resume, and supplemental materials are subject to verification. False statements may be cause for immediate disqualification, removal from eligibility list, or discharge from employment.

Minimum Qualifications (MQ) Appraisal - All completed application packages will be reviewed for each applicant's ability to meet the minimum work experience, training, and education qualifications. A training and experience evaluation may be used as part of the evaluation process.

Remote Screening - The most qualified candidates from application assessment may be invited to a Remote Screen Interview Examination to evaluate training, experience, and other job-related qualifications for the position. The Remote Screen Interview will be conducted via a video conference platform and is tentatively scheduled for Thursday, Sept. 4, 2025.

WESA will tentatively hold hiring interviews the week of September 15, 2025.

All communication and notices will be sent via e-mail. Additional inquiries about the position may be directed to lbutler@rgs.ca.gov.

Candidates who may require special assistance in any phase of the application or selection process should advise Regional Government Services by emailing lbutler@rgs.ca.gov.

Water Employee Services Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer.