Director of Human Resources
Western Municipal Water District of Riverside County
Western Municipal Water District
is seeking a Director of Human Resources. As Director of Human Resources, you will serve a critical leadership role in shaping the direction, culture, and operational excellence of a growing and respected water district. Working in partnership with the General Manager, Deputy General Manager, and executive management team (EMT), this role provides the opportunity to: shape the full cycle human resources experience, embed best in class HR and safety practices into business operations, and coach cross-functional teams to deliver a consistent, high quality employee experience.
The ideal candidate is a strategic and people-centered leader who aligns workforce initiatives with Western Water’s vision, strategic priorities, and C.A.R.E. culture. They’ll bring deep expertise in public-sector human resources, labor relations, employee relations, classification and compensation, benefits, investigations, safety, and compliance.
Location:
Riverside
,
California
Salary:
$178,406 - $265,529
Final filing date:
First review of applications: July 24, 2026
Please make sure to have your
Resume
,
Cover Letter
, and
List of References
ready for upload before you start the application process. One combined document that includes all three items is preferred.