Conejo Valley Unified School District
Director, Classified Human Resources
Conejo Valley Unified School District, Thousand Oaks, California, United States, 91362
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
To be eligible for consideration, interested candidates must submit the following documents:
ONLINE EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION - APPLY HERE (Please complete the online application to include all current and previous work history and education. (Note: resume may not be substituted for completing work history, education sections, or the supplemental questions of the employment application).)
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS: The supplemental questions should be answered thoroughly, clearly, and concisely as the responses provided (along with the entire application package) will be carefully reviewed to determine which candidates will move forward in the recruitment process.
PROOF OF EDUCATION: Education, training, or certifications will only be considered if acceptable documentation is attached: Photocopy of OFFICIAL college transcripts showing a bachelor's degree from an accredited university and/or college with major coursework in public administration, business administration, human resources administration, psychology, industrial relations, or a closely related field of study; Photocopy of licenses and/or certifications.
FOREIGN EQUIVALENCY CERTIFICATION: Individuals who have completed high school or college-level coursework at an institution in a country other than the United States must provide a Foreign Equivalency Certification to satisfy the education requirement. A Foreign Equivalency Certification can be obtained for a fee from a professional organization.
ADDITIONAL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: Letter of Introduction (cover letter); Detailed resume; At time of final interview, candidate must present three (3) letters of reference that are dated and signed and written expressly for this recruitment and attesting to the candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and success. Letters should include the addresses and telephone numbers of the references.
*If you are a veteran and will be requesting preference points, please upload a copy of your DD214.
EXAMINATION PROCESS AND TIMELINE The examination process for this recruitment may be comprised of one or more of the following: competitive screening of the applicant's training, background, and experience; scored evaluation of responses on the supplemental application; written and/or performance examination(s); performance examination; qualifications technical oral examination, scored on a job‑related basis; district advisory appraisal for general fitness. Only the most highly qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the examination process. Successful candidates who pass all parts of the examination process will be placed on the eligibility list in order of their relative merit as determined by these competitive examinations.
For applicants invited to advance in this recruitment, the exam and interview dates are as follows:
Review of Application, Resume, and Supplemental Questionnaire (required and submitted with online application): Week of
January 12, 2026
Oral Board Examination (Merit Leadership Panel): Week of
January 19, 2026
District Advisory Panel:
February 3, 2026
Final selection interviews with the Personnel Commission:
February 3, 2026
PLEASE NOTE: Exam Locations will be announced in the invite emails.
Dates are tentative, but it is highly recommended that you plan your calendar accordingly.
No make‑up dates will be offered.
Examination procedures subject to change as deemed necessary.
* INITIAL SALARY PLACEMENT FOR CLASSIFIED MANAGEMENT EMPLOYEES All new employees shall be appointed at the hiring rate for the class as approved by the Commission. The hiring rate shall be the first step of the schedule except for classes where recruitment efforts have indicated difficulty in recruiting at that step. An accelerated hiring rate may be set, with the approval of the Board and the Commission, at any step of the schedule of the class.
OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION The duration of the eligibility list is one (1) year unless the list is exhausted or extended by the Personnel Commission. Eligibility lists established from this recruitment will be used for full‑time, part‑time, and limited‑term positions.
Under Federal Law, employers are required to verify that all new employees are eligible for employment in the United States. Prior to appointment to a position, you must present acceptable proof of your identity and authorization to work in the United States.
CVUSD is committed to fostering a positive working environment for its employees. Accordingly, CVUSD practices shall be free from discrimination, harassment, intimidation and bullying of any employee based on an employee's actual race, color, ancestry, national origin, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or gender expression; the perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. The Board also prohibits retaliation against any district employee or job applicant who complains, testifies or in any way participates in the district's complaint procedures instituted pursuant to this policy.
The following employee has been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination regarding Board Policy 4030:
Shauna B. Ashmore, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources
750 Mitchell Road
Newbury Park, CA 91320
Phone: (805) 498‑4557 ext. 7402
Email: sashmore@conejousd.org
Applicants who are protected under the Americans with Disabilities Act and who require accommodations for completing the application process or interviewing should notify the Personnel Commission office by emailing Philip J. Gordillo, Executive Director‑CSPCA, at cspca01@gmail.com.
Offers of employment are contingent upon successful fingerprint clearance. A processing fee plus Live Scan fee will be required.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Plan, organize, manage and direct the classified human resources functions and activities; interpret, apply and assure compliance with merit system rules and regulations, education code, collective bargaining agreements, and federal and state laws and policies.
Evaluate and propose revisions and/or additions to the rules of the Personnel Commission and administrative department policies and procedures; advise administration on interpretation and application of rules, regulations, policies and laws.
Serve as Secretary to the Personnel Commission; prepare agenda items, assure meetings are properly recorded and documented; attend meetings and oversee the preparation of minutes; organize employee discipline hearings and appeals as necessary.
Direct activities related to employee selection; supervise staff in examination development, evaluation and administration to ensure exam content is validated and in compliance with legal mandates, professional testing standards, and the organization’s merit‑based selection procedures.
Conduct classification and reclassification studies; facilitate the District’s Reclassification Committee, as needed; write related reports, analysis and recommendations; manage the communication and correspondence with all involved parties.
Conduct salary studies for the Personnel Commission and the Board regarding classified positions; make recommendations based on both internal and external market data for proper salary placement for each job class.
Direct the preparation and maintenance of a variety of narrative and statistical reports, records and files related to assigned activities and personnel, including but not limited to: seniority lists, layoff administration orders, 39‑months re‑employment lists.
Provide guidance and consultative support regarding classified bargaining contract administration and other matters related to the collective bargaining process as appropriate; confidentiality of sensitive negotiation and other personnel‑related information.
Provide technical expertise, information and assistance to the Superintendent, Assistant/Deputy Superintendents regarding assigned functions; assist in the formulation and development of policies, procedures and programs to assure an economical, safe and efficient work environment; provide advice regarding unusual trends or problems and recommend appropriate corrective action.
Provide support to district administrators in methods to evaluate, discipline and counsel employees.
Oversee the development and preparation of the Personnel Commission budget; analyze and review budgetary and financial data; control and authorize expenditures in accordance with established limitations.
Supervise and participate in administration of position control and vacancy management, including compliance with certification of eligibles in accord with established merit system rules and regulations.
Review and approve personnel management transactions, including new hire, transfer of position, promotion, rehire, change in assignment hours and/or work year.
Oversee employee record establishment in appropriate human resources information system, and including general employee information and assignment profile; maintain corresponding classified employee personnel files.
Facilitate the due process relative to employee discipline, including notice of disciplinary charge issuance, scheduling of skelly hearings, notice of board of education action, including 24‑hour notice, and the administration of disciplinary appeal proceedings.
Train, supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned staff; interview and select employees and recommend transfers, reassignment, termination and disciplinary actions; plan, coordinate and arrange for appropriate training of subordinates.
Perform related duties as assigned.
ENTRANCE QUALIFICATIONS Education/Experience:
A bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, human resources administration, psychology, industrial relations, or a closely related field AND four years of professional‑level experience in the area of human resources operations in the public sector including recruitment, selection, and job classification/compensation AND two years of experience supervising human resource's functions.
OR
A master’s degree in public administration, business administration, human resources administration, industrial/organizational psychology, industrial relations, or a closely related field AND three years of professional‑level experience in the area of human resources operations in the public sector including recruitment, selection, and job classification/compensation AND two years of experience supervising human resource's functions. Human resources experience functioning under the principle of a civil service system or Merit System is preferred.
KNOWLEDGE & ABILITY REQUIREMENTS Knowledge of:
Principles, theories and practices of public human resources administration, including position classification, salary administration, recruitment and selection, especially as they apply in a public civil service setting.
Applicable requirements and practices governed by the Merit system provisions of the Education Code.
Principles and practices of labor management relations especially those regulated by the Rodda Act.
Principles and practices of sound business communications.
Federal, State and local laws, regulations and court decisions applicable to assigned areas of responsibility, including the conduct of administrative hearings.
Principles, methods and techniques of strategic and business planning.
Principles and practices of effective customer service.
Principles and practices of public administration, including budgeting, purchasing and maintenance of public records.
Research methods and analysis techniques.
District functions and operations and associated merit system administration issues.
Principles and practices of internal consulting.
Trends and best practices in human resource management.
Principles and practices of effective management and supervision.
District Personnel Commission Rules, classified human resources policies and procedures and labor contract provisions.
Recognized automated systems, programs and service that enhance the cost efficiency of public sector employment operations.
Ability to:
Translate technical professional knowledge in administering the day‑to‑day operations involving planning and directing a comprehensive human resources management program for classified human resources administration.
Understand, interpret, explain and apply Commission Rules, Education Code provisions, State and federal laws, other regulations, policies and court decisions governing the Commission’s human resource management programs for classified employees.
Obtain, organize, analyze and evaluate a wide range of data and information and make appropriate recommendations to the Personnel Commission, District administrators and employee representatives.
Perform a variety of professional and technical duties involved in the conduct of the Commission’s classification, compensation, recruitment and selection, performance evaluation, training and employee disciplinary programs.
Prepare clear, concise and comprehensive reports and written materials.
Present proposals, recommendations and technical information clearly, logically and persuasively in public meetings and to a variety of audiences.
Organize, set priorities and exercise sound expert independent judgment within areas of responsibility.
Use tact and diplomacy in dealing with sensitive situations and concerned people and customers.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with a wide variety of groups and individuals, including District administrators, principals, members of the Board of Education, the District’s attorney, candidates, union representatives, members of the public and representatives of other public agencies.
Operate under pressure during peak periods, managing multiple priorities and short deadlines.
Conceptualize and translate ideas and goals presented into practical work projects, setting short‑ and long‑term department goals.
Recognize and assess encountered problems and issues with project completion and take an effective course of action in resolution.
Operate a computer and standard business software.
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ONLINE EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION - APPLY HERE (Please complete the online application to include all current and previous work history and education. (Note: resume may not be substituted for completing work history, education sections, or the supplemental questions of the employment application).)
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS: The supplemental questions should be answered thoroughly, clearly, and concisely as the responses provided (along with the entire application package) will be carefully reviewed to determine which candidates will move forward in the recruitment process.
PROOF OF EDUCATION: Education, training, or certifications will only be considered if acceptable documentation is attached: Photocopy of OFFICIAL college transcripts showing a bachelor's degree from an accredited university and/or college with major coursework in public administration, business administration, human resources administration, psychology, industrial relations, or a closely related field of study; Photocopy of licenses and/or certifications.
FOREIGN EQUIVALENCY CERTIFICATION: Individuals who have completed high school or college-level coursework at an institution in a country other than the United States must provide a Foreign Equivalency Certification to satisfy the education requirement. A Foreign Equivalency Certification can be obtained for a fee from a professional organization.
ADDITIONAL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: Letter of Introduction (cover letter); Detailed resume; At time of final interview, candidate must present three (3) letters of reference that are dated and signed and written expressly for this recruitment and attesting to the candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and success. Letters should include the addresses and telephone numbers of the references.
*If you are a veteran and will be requesting preference points, please upload a copy of your DD214.
EXAMINATION PROCESS AND TIMELINE The examination process for this recruitment may be comprised of one or more of the following: competitive screening of the applicant's training, background, and experience; scored evaluation of responses on the supplemental application; written and/or performance examination(s); performance examination; qualifications technical oral examination, scored on a job‑related basis; district advisory appraisal for general fitness. Only the most highly qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the examination process. Successful candidates who pass all parts of the examination process will be placed on the eligibility list in order of their relative merit as determined by these competitive examinations.
For applicants invited to advance in this recruitment, the exam and interview dates are as follows:
Review of Application, Resume, and Supplemental Questionnaire (required and submitted with online application): Week of
January 12, 2026
Oral Board Examination (Merit Leadership Panel): Week of
January 19, 2026
District Advisory Panel:
February 3, 2026
Final selection interviews with the Personnel Commission:
February 3, 2026
PLEASE NOTE: Exam Locations will be announced in the invite emails.
Dates are tentative, but it is highly recommended that you plan your calendar accordingly.
No make‑up dates will be offered.
Examination procedures subject to change as deemed necessary.
* INITIAL SALARY PLACEMENT FOR CLASSIFIED MANAGEMENT EMPLOYEES All new employees shall be appointed at the hiring rate for the class as approved by the Commission. The hiring rate shall be the first step of the schedule except for classes where recruitment efforts have indicated difficulty in recruiting at that step. An accelerated hiring rate may be set, with the approval of the Board and the Commission, at any step of the schedule of the class.
OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION The duration of the eligibility list is one (1) year unless the list is exhausted or extended by the Personnel Commission. Eligibility lists established from this recruitment will be used for full‑time, part‑time, and limited‑term positions.
Under Federal Law, employers are required to verify that all new employees are eligible for employment in the United States. Prior to appointment to a position, you must present acceptable proof of your identity and authorization to work in the United States.
CVUSD is committed to fostering a positive working environment for its employees. Accordingly, CVUSD practices shall be free from discrimination, harassment, intimidation and bullying of any employee based on an employee's actual race, color, ancestry, national origin, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or gender expression; the perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. The Board also prohibits retaliation against any district employee or job applicant who complains, testifies or in any way participates in the district's complaint procedures instituted pursuant to this policy.
The following employee has been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination regarding Board Policy 4030:
Shauna B. Ashmore, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources
750 Mitchell Road
Newbury Park, CA 91320
Phone: (805) 498‑4557 ext. 7402
Email: sashmore@conejousd.org
Applicants who are protected under the Americans with Disabilities Act and who require accommodations for completing the application process or interviewing should notify the Personnel Commission office by emailing Philip J. Gordillo, Executive Director‑CSPCA, at cspca01@gmail.com.
Offers of employment are contingent upon successful fingerprint clearance. A processing fee plus Live Scan fee will be required.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Plan, organize, manage and direct the classified human resources functions and activities; interpret, apply and assure compliance with merit system rules and regulations, education code, collective bargaining agreements, and federal and state laws and policies.
Evaluate and propose revisions and/or additions to the rules of the Personnel Commission and administrative department policies and procedures; advise administration on interpretation and application of rules, regulations, policies and laws.
Serve as Secretary to the Personnel Commission; prepare agenda items, assure meetings are properly recorded and documented; attend meetings and oversee the preparation of minutes; organize employee discipline hearings and appeals as necessary.
Direct activities related to employee selection; supervise staff in examination development, evaluation and administration to ensure exam content is validated and in compliance with legal mandates, professional testing standards, and the organization’s merit‑based selection procedures.
Conduct classification and reclassification studies; facilitate the District’s Reclassification Committee, as needed; write related reports, analysis and recommendations; manage the communication and correspondence with all involved parties.
Conduct salary studies for the Personnel Commission and the Board regarding classified positions; make recommendations based on both internal and external market data for proper salary placement for each job class.
Direct the preparation and maintenance of a variety of narrative and statistical reports, records and files related to assigned activities and personnel, including but not limited to: seniority lists, layoff administration orders, 39‑months re‑employment lists.
Provide guidance and consultative support regarding classified bargaining contract administration and other matters related to the collective bargaining process as appropriate; confidentiality of sensitive negotiation and other personnel‑related information.
Provide technical expertise, information and assistance to the Superintendent, Assistant/Deputy Superintendents regarding assigned functions; assist in the formulation and development of policies, procedures and programs to assure an economical, safe and efficient work environment; provide advice regarding unusual trends or problems and recommend appropriate corrective action.
Provide support to district administrators in methods to evaluate, discipline and counsel employees.
Oversee the development and preparation of the Personnel Commission budget; analyze and review budgetary and financial data; control and authorize expenditures in accordance with established limitations.
Supervise and participate in administration of position control and vacancy management, including compliance with certification of eligibles in accord with established merit system rules and regulations.
Review and approve personnel management transactions, including new hire, transfer of position, promotion, rehire, change in assignment hours and/or work year.
Oversee employee record establishment in appropriate human resources information system, and including general employee information and assignment profile; maintain corresponding classified employee personnel files.
Facilitate the due process relative to employee discipline, including notice of disciplinary charge issuance, scheduling of skelly hearings, notice of board of education action, including 24‑hour notice, and the administration of disciplinary appeal proceedings.
Train, supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned staff; interview and select employees and recommend transfers, reassignment, termination and disciplinary actions; plan, coordinate and arrange for appropriate training of subordinates.
Perform related duties as assigned.
ENTRANCE QUALIFICATIONS Education/Experience:
A bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, human resources administration, psychology, industrial relations, or a closely related field AND four years of professional‑level experience in the area of human resources operations in the public sector including recruitment, selection, and job classification/compensation AND two years of experience supervising human resource's functions.
OR
A master’s degree in public administration, business administration, human resources administration, industrial/organizational psychology, industrial relations, or a closely related field AND three years of professional‑level experience in the area of human resources operations in the public sector including recruitment, selection, and job classification/compensation AND two years of experience supervising human resource's functions. Human resources experience functioning under the principle of a civil service system or Merit System is preferred.
KNOWLEDGE & ABILITY REQUIREMENTS Knowledge of:
Principles, theories and practices of public human resources administration, including position classification, salary administration, recruitment and selection, especially as they apply in a public civil service setting.
Applicable requirements and practices governed by the Merit system provisions of the Education Code.
Principles and practices of labor management relations especially those regulated by the Rodda Act.
Principles and practices of sound business communications.
Federal, State and local laws, regulations and court decisions applicable to assigned areas of responsibility, including the conduct of administrative hearings.
Principles, methods and techniques of strategic and business planning.
Principles and practices of effective customer service.
Principles and practices of public administration, including budgeting, purchasing and maintenance of public records.
Research methods and analysis techniques.
District functions and operations and associated merit system administration issues.
Principles and practices of internal consulting.
Trends and best practices in human resource management.
Principles and practices of effective management and supervision.
District Personnel Commission Rules, classified human resources policies and procedures and labor contract provisions.
Recognized automated systems, programs and service that enhance the cost efficiency of public sector employment operations.
Ability to:
Translate technical professional knowledge in administering the day‑to‑day operations involving planning and directing a comprehensive human resources management program for classified human resources administration.
Understand, interpret, explain and apply Commission Rules, Education Code provisions, State and federal laws, other regulations, policies and court decisions governing the Commission’s human resource management programs for classified employees.
Obtain, organize, analyze and evaluate a wide range of data and information and make appropriate recommendations to the Personnel Commission, District administrators and employee representatives.
Perform a variety of professional and technical duties involved in the conduct of the Commission’s classification, compensation, recruitment and selection, performance evaluation, training and employee disciplinary programs.
Prepare clear, concise and comprehensive reports and written materials.
Present proposals, recommendations and technical information clearly, logically and persuasively in public meetings and to a variety of audiences.
Organize, set priorities and exercise sound expert independent judgment within areas of responsibility.
Use tact and diplomacy in dealing with sensitive situations and concerned people and customers.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with a wide variety of groups and individuals, including District administrators, principals, members of the Board of Education, the District’s attorney, candidates, union representatives, members of the public and representatives of other public agencies.
Operate under pressure during peak periods, managing multiple priorities and short deadlines.
Conceptualize and translate ideas and goals presented into practical work projects, setting short‑ and long‑term department goals.
Recognize and assess encountered problems and issues with project completion and take an effective course of action in resolution.
Operate a computer and standard business software.
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