DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in educational administration or bachelor’s degree in human resources and/or a related field are minimal requirements
• Previous experience as a human resources director and/or educational administrator is preferred
• Evidence of leadership in the profession through active participation in a variety of areas

REPORTS TO: Superintendent of Schools

SUPERVISES: Human Resources Administrative Assistant- Human Resources Support Specialist

JOB GOAL: The Director of Human Resources plans- organizes- and directs a comprehensive personnel program- that supports the vision- mission- and objectives of the board of education`s strategic plan. These job goals include- but are not limited to: recruitment- retention- selection- job classifications- wage and salary administration- employee relations- benefits- and administration of and responsibility for the district workers’ compensation program. The HR Director serves as the principal advisor to the Superintendent regarding labor relations matters and litigation management.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS: 

• Organized
• Detail oriented
• Innovative
• Confidential
• Systems thinker
• Policy and procedural focused
• Highly proficient at employee conflict resolution
• Exemplary computer and software skills

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 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 substitutes - by developing recruitment materials- visiting college campuses- arranging and attending career fairs- training administrators in recruitment techniques- and planning other recruitment functions
• Designs and directs the hiring processes for all licensed and/or classified district employees- in cooperation with the administrators/supervisors for the purposes of assuring consistency throughout the district and ensuring compliance with state and federal law and contractual provisions
• Develops/revises district policies and procedures for human resources for the school board’s consideration- for the purpose of assuring consistency throughout the district- and compliance with laws- regulations and collective bargaining agreements
• Develops and implements goal areas as defined by the district strategic plan
• Provides leadership and training in developing staff evaluation procedures
• Coordinates performance assessment of all employees- advises supervisors- oversees processes for tracking notification and receipt of evaluation/probation paperwork- works with appropriate personnel in the development/revision of evaluation procedures and related forms
• Administers the district’s collective bargaining agreements- from negotiations through managing the contract- interpreting contract language- processing grievances and supporting administrators in managing the collective bargaining agreements- for the purposes of assuring a high quality staff
• Provides training to district administration for the purpose of ensuring that personnel policies and procedures are understood and implemented fairly and appropriately
• Supervises the preparation- accurate completion- and timeliness of state and federal reports for the purposes of compliance
• Oversees- supervises- and is accountable for management aspects of the human resources department including the evaluation of staff
• Advises the Superintendent as a member of the executive cabinet for the purpose of assuring sound and accurate information for decisions
• Participates in labor-management meetings and follow-up actions based on labor management discussion/meetings and works proactively to resolve issues before they become formal grievances by utilizing appropriate problem solving and mediation techniques to bring about resolutions
• Attends professional learning opportunities for the purposes of keeping his/her professional skills and knowledge current with changing laws and regulations
• Develops and maintains a productive working relationship with collective bargaining groups for the purposes of ensuring good employee relationships
• Participates in the negotiation process as a member of the district negotiations team- prepares district proposals- drafts contract language- and coordinates meeting dates and times
• Works with 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 coordinator for Title IX- FMLA- FLSA- and civil rights compliance 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
• Develops and coordinates the on-boarding processes for all new staff for the purpose of assuring consistency throughout the district
• Develops and coordinates off-boarding processes when staff leave the district for the purpose of assuring consistency throughout the district
• Displays the highest ethical and professional behavior in working with students- parents- school personnel- and outside agencies associated with the school
• Protects confidentiality of records and information about staff- and uses discretion when sharing any such information within legal confines

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Twelve month

SALARY RANGE: TBD based upon experience and education

CONTRACT: 12 Months

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If you are applying for a Seaman USD #345 vacancy, you must do so by going to our website; http://www.seamanschools.org , click on Job Openings or you can link to    https://seamanschools.tedk12.com/hire/  to start the application process.

Seaman USD 345 is primarily a suburban district of about 4,000 students, located within and adjacent to Topeka, Kansas. USD 345 is large enough for a well-diversified academic program, but small enough to provide individual attention. The district operates one high school, one middle school, five elementary schools, one alternative school, and one early learning center. Seaman has high quality teachers, administrators, and professional support staff members, with approximately 700 district employees. Many staff members have received recognition at the state and national levels as leaders in their field. Seaman is committed to excellent professional development, and new teachers participate in a high quality mentoring program. The Seaman School District is an excellent place to live and to work. Please visit our website at www.seamanschools.org to learn more about our outstanding district and the opportunities it provides.