Delta Diablo
Salary :
$13,792.18 - $16,764.48 Monthly Location :
Antioch, CA Job Type:
Full Time, Regular Job Number:
2025-004 Department:
Business Services Department Division:
Human Resources Opening Date:
07/18/2025
The Position Human Resources and Risk Manager
The Human Resources and Risk Manager is responsible for managing employee and labor relations, recruitment and selection, classification and compensation, employee benefits administration, leave management, training and development, performance management, policy development, workers' compensation, and liability insurance coverages.
This recruitment is considered open until the position is filled. Interested candidates are encouraged to submit the following by Monday, August 18, 2025: Cover letter Resume (highlight start/end dates for positions held, number of staff supervised/managed, and budget oversight responsibilities) Six work-related references (two supervisors, two direct reports, two colleagues) For further information, the job description description below. For more information, contact Margaret Ramirez (Boucher Law, PC) via email at margaret@boucher.law. Click to apply. Under general administrative direction, manages the District's human resources and risk management functions, including employee and labor relations, recruitment and selection, classification and compensation, employee benefits administration, leave management, training and development, performance management, policy development, workers' compensation, and liability insurance coverages. Distinguishing Characteristics This is a confidential, single-position, management-level classification. The incumbent performs duties related to a wide range of human resources and risk management activities, including analyzing, organizing, and implementing initiatives related to the full range of human resources functions, which requires independent judgment, initiative, and communication skills to inform senior management and other department managers, as appropriate. This classification requires discretion to work with confidential and sensitive information on a regular basis. This classification is distinguished from other human resources division classifications in that it is responsible for the overall management of the human resources and risk management functions. This classification is distinguished from the Business Services Director position in that the latter is responsible for the overall operation and management of the divisions within the Business Services Department.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Under general administrative direction from the Business Services Director, and may receive direction from the General Manager. This classification exercises supervision and direction over the human resources division staff. May act as a leader for assigned District teams and projects, and as such, may coordinate or oversee the work of other District staff directly related to the assigned activity.
Primary Job Duties Duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Plans, manages, directs, and organizes comprehensive human resources and risk management functions, including recruitment and selection, classification and compensation, employee benefits administration, employee and labor relations, training and development, leave management, personnel records management, employee programs and activities, workers' compensation, lability insurance coverages, and corporate wellness. Directs, oversees, and participates in development of division work plans; assigns work activities, projects, and programs; monitors workflow; reviews and evaluates work products, methods, and procedures; and coordinates division activities with other divisions, departments, and outside agencies and organizations. Assists senior management on a variety of human resources and risk management matters; prepares and presents staff reports; and works collaboratively with other departments and divisions in the development, implementation, and management of District initiatives, plans, objectives, policies, procedures, and priorities. Coaches and provides technical information to managers and supervisors on the application of various personnel, federal and state employment and labor laws, regulations and labor agreements, grievance processing, and other policy provisions to specific situations. In coordination with or as part of the District's labor negotiating team, conducts research, compiles information, and analyzes costs of proposals related to contract negotiations. Provides reports, information, and advice on statutory and regulatory requirements, professional standards, and operational impacts of policy changes on the organization, employment considerations, and performance evaluations. Administers and directs a comprehensive employee benefits program, including Open Enrollment activities; and represents the District in contract negotiations with providers and carriers. Works with the Safety Manager and other managers to identify and resolve safety issues and ensure the District's safety program requirements are implemented and enforced. Manages the workers' compensation program, including claims management, leave tracking, and integration with memoranda of understanding provisions, federal and state laws, and District leave programs; and oversees administration of workers' compensation benefits and the District's return-to-work requirements. Manages the risk management functions, including various insurance programs-pooled liability, public entity physical damage insurance, primary insurance, property, mobile property, underground storage, and pollution liability insurance, Recycled Water Facility differences in conditions insurance, and Workers' Compensation coverage. Prepares and presents reports, information, and recommendations related to the human resources and risk management functions. Confers with District insurance providers, insurance representatives, and other risk management consultants to ensure appropriate coverage levels are in place to protect the safety of the District's property, equipment, and facilities and public safety as it relates to District services; responds to requests for information to ensure timely renewal and maintenance of insurance coverages; and maintains proper records and documentation. Assumes lead role in resolving claims and other related litigation matters filed against the District; and confers with claims adjustors and other consultants on the coordination of any investigations, site visits, repairs, etc. required as part of the claims handling process. Prepares and coordinates preparation of division budget. Manages development and implementation of classification and compensation studies and the performance management program; and provides for maintenance and retention of personnel, medical, training, and confidential human resources files and records. Represents the District in meetings with public agencies, vendors, service providers, medical staff, consultants, regulatory agencies, the public, and employees. Oversees and administers the employee service recognition program. General Organizational Duties:
Actively promote and support the District's Strategic Plan, including Mission, Vision, Value Statements, Goals, and Objectives. Establish and maintain effective relationships with other staff members, staff at other agencies, and professional organizations. Participate in teams engaged in District projects and organizational activities. Participate in District related civic events, meetings, committees, and staff functions. Provide appropriate, timely, and customer-service focused responses to inquiries from the public. Understand and conform with the District's Policies and Procedures. Understand and conform with the District's Safety Program.
Qualifications A combination of training and experience that demonstrates an individual has obtained the required knowledge and is able to perform the required work (with reasonable accommodation if needed). A person with the following combined training and experience would most likely qualify to compete in a selection process: Education:
Equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Human Resources Management, Organizational Development, Business or Public Administration, Social or Behavioral Science, Risk Management, or a closely related field.
Experience:
Seven (7) years of increasingly responsible experience performing human resources administration and risk management duties, with at least three (3) years at the supervisory or management level involving employee and labor relations. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of:
General intent and specific application of federal, state, and local laws and regulations applicable to employment and risk management practices at a public agency. Specific functions, operating principles, and practices of applying multiple statutory, regulatory, and policy provisions to specific personnel issues and circumstances. Techniques used in conducting prevailing practice and compensation surveys, forecasting personnel costs, and developing positions for negotiation of labor agreements. Principles of equal employment opportunity, recruitment and examination. Techniques for performance evaluation systems and scheduling. General requirements of employment benefit programs. Employee background investigation practices. Techniques for assessing training needs; and scheduling programs and monitoring effects. Principles of supervision and techniques for training, motivating, and developing employee skills and conducting formal performance evaluations. Principles and practices for conducting knowledge and skills examinations. Legal requirements for maintaining confidential personnel records. Skills and Abilities to:
Interpret and apply the general intent and specific provisions of multiple laws and regulations to particular conditions. Apply professional personnel principles and practices to specific issues. Evaluate, plan, and establish a sequence of actions for multiple work projects to progress simultaneously. Provide and present verbal and written direction and advice to a wide variety of people. Communicate ideas and assert a point of view in controversial situations. Establish and maintain open and honest communications with co-workers at all levels in the organization. Exhibit and instill a high public service priority in communications with others. Perform mathematical and statistical calculations common to compensation and benefits, salary and wage setting, and public agency budget work. Physical Demands and Working Conditions: The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work in normal office environment with controlled lighting and ventilation and moderate noise levels. May be required to work outside of normal business hours as operational needs dictate or to respond to emergency personnel situations. Periodic travel may be required for training and other business purposes. Frequent sitting for prolonged periods while using computer and standard office equipment (typewriter, fax machine, scanner, copier, telephone); intermittently twisting and reaching to operate other equipment without incapacitating adverse effects. Occasionally transport, lift, and otherwise safely handle objects weighing up to twenty-five (25) pounds. Occasionally reach above shoulder level to access or place files, paperwork, binders, and related items on and off overhead cabinets. Periodic kneeling, bending, and/or stooping to retrieve or place documents, files, and/or boxes on and off lower shelves, drawers, or ground level. Required Licenses, Certifications, and Registrations: A valid California Class C driver's license and insurability under the District's driving program must always be maintained. Selection Procedures Fair Labor Standards Act Classification: Exempt from overtime under the administrative exemption Collective Bargaining Representation Unit: Unrepresented Pay Level: HRM Job Specifications Approved By: Board of Directors Approval Date: 3/22/06 Appointment and Removal Authority: General Manager Revision Approval Authority: General Manager Revision Date: 9/28/21 BENEFITS OF EMPLOYMENT
In addition to providing challenging and interesting career positions, the District offers a comprehensive benefit package, which includes:
Healthcare Insurance:
The District contracts with CalPERS to provide medical coverage to qualified employees, their eligible spouse/registered domestic partner, and/or dependent children through the Public Employees' Medical and Hospital Care Act (PEMHCA) and pays the monthly premium up to 100% of the Kaiser rate for each respective coverage category (employee only, employee + 1, or employee + family). Employees will be required to pay, via pretax payroll deductions, the excess premium amount when electing a healthcare provider whose premium exceeds the Kaiser rate. All employees must enroll in the District's dental plan.
Dental and Vision Insurance:
The District provides vision and dental coverage for qualified employees, their eligible spouse/registered domestic partner, and/or dependent children, and pays 100% of the premium.
SS and SDI:
The District participates in the federal Social Security (6.2% - FICA and 1.45% - Medicare) and State Disability Insurance (SDI) programs.
Life Insurance:
The District provides fully paid basic life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance equal to the employee's salary as of January 1 of each year, to a $350K maximum. The District also provides Long Term Disability coverage and an Employee Assistance Program.
Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts:
Employees may contribute to a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or a Dependent Care Spending Plan (DCSP) on a pre-tax basis to assist with the cost of eligible expenses.
Retirement:
The District participates in the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) as follows:
Employees hired after June 30, 2012, and employees hired on or after January 1, 2013, with reciprocity recognized under CalPERS are provided a retirement benefit of 2% at age 55 formula with the three-year final average compensation period, as defined by CalPERS in Government Code Section 20037. These employees shall pay 100% of their seven percent (7%) employee member contribution on a pre-tax basis. Employees (PEPRA) hired after December 31, 2012, without reciprocity recognized under CalPERS are provided a retirement benefit of 2% at age 62 formula with the three-year final average compensation period, as defined by CalPERS in Government Code Section 20037. These employees shall pay 50% of the total normal cost (PEPRA Member Contribution Rate) as determined annually by CalPERS on a pre-tax basis. Retiree Medical*:
Under the terms of the MOU, the District contracts with CalPERS to provide post-employment medical coverage to qualified employees, their eligible spouse/registered domestic partner, and/or dependent children in accordance with the requirements of CA Government Code Section 22893 as follows: Employees hired after October 15, 2022
The Medical Benefit will be equal to the Minimum Employer Contribution (MEC) established annually by CalPERS. *
Retirees must enroll in a Medicare supplemental insurance plan through CalPERS when they become eligible. CalPERS requires that employees pay their Social Security premium for Medical Part B coverage to remain enrolled in a CalPERS Medicare health plan.
Retiree Health Savings Account:
The District provides employees a MissionSquare retiree health savings account (a health reimbursement arrangement as described in Internal Revenue Service Notice 2002-45). Employees may withdraw benefits from the plan upon separation from District employment per the requirements of the plan.
The District shall make contributions to a MissionSquare account in the amount of one hundred dollars ($100.00) per pay period for employees hired after October 15, 2022.
Deferred Compensation : Eligible employees may participate in the District's 401(a) and 457(b) programs. Employees who participate in the program are eligible to receive a matching contribution up to 4% into their 401(a).
Leave Allowance:
Vacation accrual begins with 10 days and increases to a maximum of 25 days annually; 96 hours of sick leave annually; and 11 paid holidays annually. 24 hours of Floating Holiday and 40 hours of Administrative Leave is credited to employees on July 1 annually (prorated for new hires) and is forfeited if unused by the end of the fiscal year.
Sick Leave Sell Back:
Employees may sell back sick leave hours exceeding 40 hours in the year that it was accrued up to a maximum sell back of 40 hours of sick leave per year. Sick leave sell back will be paid out in the final paycheck of the calendar year.
Vacation Maximum Accrual:
The maximum annual carryover is 400 hours. Any hours earned in excess will be paid out in the final paycheck of the calendar year.
Other Health and Wellness:
The District participates in a variety health and wellness activities throughout the year, which includes but is not limited to blood pressure checks, flu vaccinations, fitness/wellness competitions, wellness information sessions, etc. The District also reimburses staff up to $81 quarterly for gym memberships and/or weight loss programs.
**Unrepresented management receives a benefit package that minimally reflects the benefits provided to members of the Management Association.
Information concerning additional benefits, such as tuition reimbursement, catastrophic leave, etc. can be found in the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Delta Diablo and the Management Association Bargaining Unit.
Disaster Service Worker:
Employees of Delta Diablo are, by State and Federal law, Disaster Service Workers. In the event of a declaration of emergency, any employee may be assigned activities that promote protection of public health and safety or the preservation of lives and property, either at the District or within the local or their own community pursuant to State Government Code Sections 3100-3109.
Other Important Employment Information:
Employees of Delta Diablo are required to maintain a valid California State Class C license. Continued maintenance of valid driver's license, and the ability to be insured for the operation of a vehicle/District vehicle in accordance with the terms and conditions of the District's insurance program are conditions of continued employment.
Equal Opportunity:
All aspects of employment and promotion shall be without regards to sex, physical handicap, race, religious creed, color, national origin or age. The District encourages applications from qualified minorities and women interested in employment with the District. Reasonable accommodations are accessible to all individuals as part of the recruitment process. Applicants requesting an accommodation should submit their requests to Human Resources.
All final candidates for employment with the District are subject to a background check. Acceptance of an employment offer is contingent upon successfully passing a District pre-employment physical examination and drug screen.
$13,792.18 - $16,764.48 Monthly Location :
Antioch, CA Job Type:
Full Time, Regular Job Number:
2025-004 Department:
Business Services Department Division:
Human Resources Opening Date:
07/18/2025
The Position Human Resources and Risk Manager
The Human Resources and Risk Manager is responsible for managing employee and labor relations, recruitment and selection, classification and compensation, employee benefits administration, leave management, training and development, performance management, policy development, workers' compensation, and liability insurance coverages.
This recruitment is considered open until the position is filled. Interested candidates are encouraged to submit the following by Monday, August 18, 2025: Cover letter Resume (highlight start/end dates for positions held, number of staff supervised/managed, and budget oversight responsibilities) Six work-related references (two supervisors, two direct reports, two colleagues) For further information, the job description description below. For more information, contact Margaret Ramirez (Boucher Law, PC) via email at margaret@boucher.law. Click to apply. Under general administrative direction, manages the District's human resources and risk management functions, including employee and labor relations, recruitment and selection, classification and compensation, employee benefits administration, leave management, training and development, performance management, policy development, workers' compensation, and liability insurance coverages. Distinguishing Characteristics This is a confidential, single-position, management-level classification. The incumbent performs duties related to a wide range of human resources and risk management activities, including analyzing, organizing, and implementing initiatives related to the full range of human resources functions, which requires independent judgment, initiative, and communication skills to inform senior management and other department managers, as appropriate. This classification requires discretion to work with confidential and sensitive information on a regular basis. This classification is distinguished from other human resources division classifications in that it is responsible for the overall management of the human resources and risk management functions. This classification is distinguished from the Business Services Director position in that the latter is responsible for the overall operation and management of the divisions within the Business Services Department.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Under general administrative direction from the Business Services Director, and may receive direction from the General Manager. This classification exercises supervision and direction over the human resources division staff. May act as a leader for assigned District teams and projects, and as such, may coordinate or oversee the work of other District staff directly related to the assigned activity.
Primary Job Duties Duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Plans, manages, directs, and organizes comprehensive human resources and risk management functions, including recruitment and selection, classification and compensation, employee benefits administration, employee and labor relations, training and development, leave management, personnel records management, employee programs and activities, workers' compensation, lability insurance coverages, and corporate wellness. Directs, oversees, and participates in development of division work plans; assigns work activities, projects, and programs; monitors workflow; reviews and evaluates work products, methods, and procedures; and coordinates division activities with other divisions, departments, and outside agencies and organizations. Assists senior management on a variety of human resources and risk management matters; prepares and presents staff reports; and works collaboratively with other departments and divisions in the development, implementation, and management of District initiatives, plans, objectives, policies, procedures, and priorities. Coaches and provides technical information to managers and supervisors on the application of various personnel, federal and state employment and labor laws, regulations and labor agreements, grievance processing, and other policy provisions to specific situations. In coordination with or as part of the District's labor negotiating team, conducts research, compiles information, and analyzes costs of proposals related to contract negotiations. Provides reports, information, and advice on statutory and regulatory requirements, professional standards, and operational impacts of policy changes on the organization, employment considerations, and performance evaluations. Administers and directs a comprehensive employee benefits program, including Open Enrollment activities; and represents the District in contract negotiations with providers and carriers. Works with the Safety Manager and other managers to identify and resolve safety issues and ensure the District's safety program requirements are implemented and enforced. Manages the workers' compensation program, including claims management, leave tracking, and integration with memoranda of understanding provisions, federal and state laws, and District leave programs; and oversees administration of workers' compensation benefits and the District's return-to-work requirements. Manages the risk management functions, including various insurance programs-pooled liability, public entity physical damage insurance, primary insurance, property, mobile property, underground storage, and pollution liability insurance, Recycled Water Facility differences in conditions insurance, and Workers' Compensation coverage. Prepares and presents reports, information, and recommendations related to the human resources and risk management functions. Confers with District insurance providers, insurance representatives, and other risk management consultants to ensure appropriate coverage levels are in place to protect the safety of the District's property, equipment, and facilities and public safety as it relates to District services; responds to requests for information to ensure timely renewal and maintenance of insurance coverages; and maintains proper records and documentation. Assumes lead role in resolving claims and other related litigation matters filed against the District; and confers with claims adjustors and other consultants on the coordination of any investigations, site visits, repairs, etc. required as part of the claims handling process. Prepares and coordinates preparation of division budget. Manages development and implementation of classification and compensation studies and the performance management program; and provides for maintenance and retention of personnel, medical, training, and confidential human resources files and records. Represents the District in meetings with public agencies, vendors, service providers, medical staff, consultants, regulatory agencies, the public, and employees. Oversees and administers the employee service recognition program. General Organizational Duties:
Actively promote and support the District's Strategic Plan, including Mission, Vision, Value Statements, Goals, and Objectives. Establish and maintain effective relationships with other staff members, staff at other agencies, and professional organizations. Participate in teams engaged in District projects and organizational activities. Participate in District related civic events, meetings, committees, and staff functions. Provide appropriate, timely, and customer-service focused responses to inquiries from the public. Understand and conform with the District's Policies and Procedures. Understand and conform with the District's Safety Program.
Qualifications A combination of training and experience that demonstrates an individual has obtained the required knowledge and is able to perform the required work (with reasonable accommodation if needed). A person with the following combined training and experience would most likely qualify to compete in a selection process: Education:
Equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Human Resources Management, Organizational Development, Business or Public Administration, Social or Behavioral Science, Risk Management, or a closely related field.
Experience:
Seven (7) years of increasingly responsible experience performing human resources administration and risk management duties, with at least three (3) years at the supervisory or management level involving employee and labor relations. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of:
General intent and specific application of federal, state, and local laws and regulations applicable to employment and risk management practices at a public agency. Specific functions, operating principles, and practices of applying multiple statutory, regulatory, and policy provisions to specific personnel issues and circumstances. Techniques used in conducting prevailing practice and compensation surveys, forecasting personnel costs, and developing positions for negotiation of labor agreements. Principles of equal employment opportunity, recruitment and examination. Techniques for performance evaluation systems and scheduling. General requirements of employment benefit programs. Employee background investigation practices. Techniques for assessing training needs; and scheduling programs and monitoring effects. Principles of supervision and techniques for training, motivating, and developing employee skills and conducting formal performance evaluations. Principles and practices for conducting knowledge and skills examinations. Legal requirements for maintaining confidential personnel records. Skills and Abilities to:
Interpret and apply the general intent and specific provisions of multiple laws and regulations to particular conditions. Apply professional personnel principles and practices to specific issues. Evaluate, plan, and establish a sequence of actions for multiple work projects to progress simultaneously. Provide and present verbal and written direction and advice to a wide variety of people. Communicate ideas and assert a point of view in controversial situations. Establish and maintain open and honest communications with co-workers at all levels in the organization. Exhibit and instill a high public service priority in communications with others. Perform mathematical and statistical calculations common to compensation and benefits, salary and wage setting, and public agency budget work. Physical Demands and Working Conditions: The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work in normal office environment with controlled lighting and ventilation and moderate noise levels. May be required to work outside of normal business hours as operational needs dictate or to respond to emergency personnel situations. Periodic travel may be required for training and other business purposes. Frequent sitting for prolonged periods while using computer and standard office equipment (typewriter, fax machine, scanner, copier, telephone); intermittently twisting and reaching to operate other equipment without incapacitating adverse effects. Occasionally transport, lift, and otherwise safely handle objects weighing up to twenty-five (25) pounds. Occasionally reach above shoulder level to access or place files, paperwork, binders, and related items on and off overhead cabinets. Periodic kneeling, bending, and/or stooping to retrieve or place documents, files, and/or boxes on and off lower shelves, drawers, or ground level. Required Licenses, Certifications, and Registrations: A valid California Class C driver's license and insurability under the District's driving program must always be maintained. Selection Procedures Fair Labor Standards Act Classification: Exempt from overtime under the administrative exemption Collective Bargaining Representation Unit: Unrepresented Pay Level: HRM Job Specifications Approved By: Board of Directors Approval Date: 3/22/06 Appointment and Removal Authority: General Manager Revision Approval Authority: General Manager Revision Date: 9/28/21 BENEFITS OF EMPLOYMENT
In addition to providing challenging and interesting career positions, the District offers a comprehensive benefit package, which includes:
Healthcare Insurance:
The District contracts with CalPERS to provide medical coverage to qualified employees, their eligible spouse/registered domestic partner, and/or dependent children through the Public Employees' Medical and Hospital Care Act (PEMHCA) and pays the monthly premium up to 100% of the Kaiser rate for each respective coverage category (employee only, employee + 1, or employee + family). Employees will be required to pay, via pretax payroll deductions, the excess premium amount when electing a healthcare provider whose premium exceeds the Kaiser rate. All employees must enroll in the District's dental plan.
Dental and Vision Insurance:
The District provides vision and dental coverage for qualified employees, their eligible spouse/registered domestic partner, and/or dependent children, and pays 100% of the premium.
SS and SDI:
The District participates in the federal Social Security (6.2% - FICA and 1.45% - Medicare) and State Disability Insurance (SDI) programs.
Life Insurance:
The District provides fully paid basic life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance equal to the employee's salary as of January 1 of each year, to a $350K maximum. The District also provides Long Term Disability coverage and an Employee Assistance Program.
Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts:
Employees may contribute to a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or a Dependent Care Spending Plan (DCSP) on a pre-tax basis to assist with the cost of eligible expenses.
Retirement:
The District participates in the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) as follows:
Employees hired after June 30, 2012, and employees hired on or after January 1, 2013, with reciprocity recognized under CalPERS are provided a retirement benefit of 2% at age 55 formula with the three-year final average compensation period, as defined by CalPERS in Government Code Section 20037. These employees shall pay 100% of their seven percent (7%) employee member contribution on a pre-tax basis. Employees (PEPRA) hired after December 31, 2012, without reciprocity recognized under CalPERS are provided a retirement benefit of 2% at age 62 formula with the three-year final average compensation period, as defined by CalPERS in Government Code Section 20037. These employees shall pay 50% of the total normal cost (PEPRA Member Contribution Rate) as determined annually by CalPERS on a pre-tax basis. Retiree Medical*:
Under the terms of the MOU, the District contracts with CalPERS to provide post-employment medical coverage to qualified employees, their eligible spouse/registered domestic partner, and/or dependent children in accordance with the requirements of CA Government Code Section 22893 as follows: Employees hired after October 15, 2022
The Medical Benefit will be equal to the Minimum Employer Contribution (MEC) established annually by CalPERS. *
Retirees must enroll in a Medicare supplemental insurance plan through CalPERS when they become eligible. CalPERS requires that employees pay their Social Security premium for Medical Part B coverage to remain enrolled in a CalPERS Medicare health plan.
Retiree Health Savings Account:
The District provides employees a MissionSquare retiree health savings account (a health reimbursement arrangement as described in Internal Revenue Service Notice 2002-45). Employees may withdraw benefits from the plan upon separation from District employment per the requirements of the plan.
The District shall make contributions to a MissionSquare account in the amount of one hundred dollars ($100.00) per pay period for employees hired after October 15, 2022.
Deferred Compensation : Eligible employees may participate in the District's 401(a) and 457(b) programs. Employees who participate in the program are eligible to receive a matching contribution up to 4% into their 401(a).
Leave Allowance:
Vacation accrual begins with 10 days and increases to a maximum of 25 days annually; 96 hours of sick leave annually; and 11 paid holidays annually. 24 hours of Floating Holiday and 40 hours of Administrative Leave is credited to employees on July 1 annually (prorated for new hires) and is forfeited if unused by the end of the fiscal year.
Sick Leave Sell Back:
Employees may sell back sick leave hours exceeding 40 hours in the year that it was accrued up to a maximum sell back of 40 hours of sick leave per year. Sick leave sell back will be paid out in the final paycheck of the calendar year.
Vacation Maximum Accrual:
The maximum annual carryover is 400 hours. Any hours earned in excess will be paid out in the final paycheck of the calendar year.
Other Health and Wellness:
The District participates in a variety health and wellness activities throughout the year, which includes but is not limited to blood pressure checks, flu vaccinations, fitness/wellness competitions, wellness information sessions, etc. The District also reimburses staff up to $81 quarterly for gym memberships and/or weight loss programs.
**Unrepresented management receives a benefit package that minimally reflects the benefits provided to members of the Management Association.
Information concerning additional benefits, such as tuition reimbursement, catastrophic leave, etc. can be found in the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Delta Diablo and the Management Association Bargaining Unit.
Disaster Service Worker:
Employees of Delta Diablo are, by State and Federal law, Disaster Service Workers. In the event of a declaration of emergency, any employee may be assigned activities that promote protection of public health and safety or the preservation of lives and property, either at the District or within the local or their own community pursuant to State Government Code Sections 3100-3109.
Other Important Employment Information:
Employees of Delta Diablo are required to maintain a valid California State Class C license. Continued maintenance of valid driver's license, and the ability to be insured for the operation of a vehicle/District vehicle in accordance with the terms and conditions of the District's insurance program are conditions of continued employment.
Equal Opportunity:
All aspects of employment and promotion shall be without regards to sex, physical handicap, race, religious creed, color, national origin or age. The District encourages applications from qualified minorities and women interested in employment with the District. Reasonable accommodations are accessible to all individuals as part of the recruitment process. Applicants requesting an accommodation should submit their requests to Human Resources.
All final candidates for employment with the District are subject to a background check. Acceptance of an employment offer is contingent upon successfully passing a District pre-employment physical examination and drug screen.