Director of Human Resources

Director of Human Resources Kimball, MI 48074 Human Resources Director - Summit Management Consulting Summit Management Consulting offers full-service charter school management services, as well as consulting for the areas of leadership development, mission-based strategic planning, team building, learning success, and financial stewardship. Why Join Summit Management Consulting? At Summit Management Consulting, we are dedicated to transforming schools by providing strategic solutions that empower educators and staff. Join a dynamic team that values innovation, collaboration, and impact-driven results in education.

Position Summary:

Summit Management Consulting is seeking a Human Resources Director to lead all HR functions within the schools we support. This role will be responsible for developing and overseeing HR strategies that enhance workforce planning, recruitment, compliance, employee relations, and professional development. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in HR management, ensuring that our partner schools attract, retain, and develop top talent while maintaining compliance with labor laws and fostering a positive work environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic HR Leadership:

Develop and implement HR strategies that align with the operational goals of Summit Management Consulting and our partner schools. Provide expert HR guidance to school administrators, and staff ensuring best practices in workforce management. Collaborate with leadership to drive HR initiatives that support employee engagement and retention.

Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning:

Oversee recruitment and hiring strategies for partner schools, ensuring they attract top-tier educators and staff. Develop and maintain a strong pipeline of qualified candidates for key roles.

Employee Relations & Compliance:

Serve as the primary HR advisor for partner schools, handling employee relations issues and conflict resolution. Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, including FMLA, ADA, FLSA, and Title IX. Develop and enforce HR policies that support a positive and legally compliant work environment.

Compensation, Benefits & HR Systems:

Manage payroll structures, salary schedules, and benefits programs to ensure competitive compensation. Oversee employee benefits administration and optimize cost-effective benefits packages. Utilize HRIS and data analytics to track workforce trends and drive strategic decision-making.

Professional Development & Performance Management:

Implement training and professional development programs for school staff and administrators. Oversee performance evaluation systems and collaborate with leadership to improve employee effectiveness. Develop leadership development programs to strengthen the administrative pipeline.

Qualifications & Skills:

Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, Education, or a related field required (Master's preferred). Professional HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR) preferred. Minimum of 10 years of experience in HR, and 5 years of HR leadership, preferably in an educational or multi-location setting. Strong knowledge of employment laws, labor relations, and HR best practices. Exposure to due diligence in acquisitions. Experience in HR management of remote-based staff in multiple states. Proven ability to develop and execute HR strategies in a dynamic consulting environment. Excellent leadership, communication, and conflict-resolution skills. Proficiency in HRIS software and Microsoft Office Suite. Benefits Medical, dental, and vision benefits are available. Voluntary Life Insurance Short Term Disability 401K and Roth PTO And more!