Administers a comprehensive human resources program for the purpose of maintaining a well-qualified and diverse employee workforce with adequate staffing
Leads the recruitment and hiring of a workforce at all levels of the organization including certified and classified employees, develops recruitment materials, visits college campuses, arranges for and attends career fairs, co-chairs the minority recruitment committee, trains administrators in recruitment techniques, and plans other recruitment functions
Designs and directs the hiring process for all certificated and/or classified district employees, in cooperation with the administrators/supervisors for the purpose of assuring consistency in the district and ensuring compliance with state and federal law and contractual provisions (i.e. Highly Qualified, endorsement, certification requirements)
Develops/revises district policies and procedures for human resources for the school board’s consideration, for the purpose of assuring consistency in the district, and compliance with laws and regulations
Administers a wide variety of personnel policies and programs (e.g. orientation, contracts, compensation schedules, etc.) for the purpose of conforming to district policies, relevant laws, contracts and agreements
Administers provisions of the State Education Code as they apply to personnel and leave policies
Directs certification processes (e.g. notice to employees with certification changes/expiration dates/compliance) for the purpose of ensuring certificated staff are properly certified per state and federal regulations
Directs employee background and fingerprint process for the purpose of ensuring the district is in compliance with applicable state regulation
Directs employee insurance programs (e.g. medical, dental, vision, voluntary short/long term disability, cancer, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring open enrollment and COBRA conversions are processed in a timely and accurate manner
Manages employee health/accommodation requests for the purpose of ensuring a healthy workforce
Manages multiple Human Resources database systems for the purpose of ensuring systems are functioning, providing accurate/timely information, and performing the intended service
Monitors the human resources department financial activity for the purpose of ensuring that allocations are accurate, expenses are within budget, and/or fiscal practices are followed
Prepares a wide variety of written materials (e.g. reports, memos, letters, policies, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference, and/or conveying information or data analysis
Supervises personnel record keeping procedures so that personnel processes are in compliance with District, state, and federal requirements
Collaborates with the Curriculum department for the purpose of ensuring newly hired educators receive the support and orientation to District culture, curriculum, practices, and policies
Production of employee handbooks, newsletters, mailings for the purpose of ensuring accurate, timely communication on personnel related topics, continuing education opportunities, etc. on an on-going basis
Coordinates and analyzes employee exit interviews and data and uses the information to make modifications to increase employee retention
Consults with legal counsel as appropriate, or as directed by the Superintendent, on personnel matters
Acts as a liaison with the substitute teacher provider for the purpose of ensuring adequate teachers are available on a daily basis
Develops and implements goal areas as defined by the District Strategic Plan
Provides leadership and training in developing staff evaluation procedures
Monitors human resource activities of administrators and managers for the purpose of assuring compliance with the district’s human resources policies and procedures, laws, and regulations
Provides training to District administration for the purpose of ensuring that personnel policies and procedures are understood and implemented fairly and appropriately
Collaborates with the Superintendent and district leadership to ensure best practices in Human Resources leadership operations and management
Supervises the preparation and/or completes in an accurate and timely manner state and federal reports for the purpose of compliance
Oversees, supervises, and accountable for all management aspects of the Human Resources department including the evaluation of staff
Advises the Superintendent for the purpose of assuring sound and accurate information for decisions
Attends professional growth sessions for the purpose of keeping his/her professional human resource knowledge current with changing laws and regulations
Develops and maintains a productive working relationship with the district leadership team, administrators, and directors for the purpose of assuring good employee relationships
Work with superintendents and administrators on employee relations issues including investigations of alleged misconduct and other personnel issues and either completes investigations and/or oversees outside contracted services as appropriate
Acts as the District Title IX officer and coordinates the Affirmative Action Plan
Acts as the District Compliance Officer and conducts or coordinates investigations into allegations of sexual harassment or other illegal discrimination
Acts as a member of the District Grievance Committee
Investigates grievances and/or complaints from employees for the purpose of reaching resolutions that provide a healthy work environment
Maintains and monitors position control for the District for the purpose of ensuring FTE allocation are within the District budget allocations
Work with assistant superintendent and administrators in maintaining an equitable extracurricular supplement budget
Orchestrates the on-boarding of all new hires in conjunction with the payroll department including fingerprinting, background checks, benefits, etc.
Displays the highest ethical and professional behavior in working with students, parents, school personnel, and outside agencies associated with the school district
Supervises various programs or personnel, including the human resources department staff and district receptionists as determined by the Superintendent
Protects confidentiality of records and information about staff, and uses discretion when sharing any such information within legal confines
Participates in regional and national human resources organizations
Interviews applicants, checks references, and makes recommendations to the Superintendent for all personnel