Director of Human Resources Accomack County Public Schools Central Office Accomack County Schools - Accomac, Virginia This job is also posted in Accomack County School District Job Details

Job ID:

5906262

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Today

Starting Date:

Immediately Job Description

Job Description Job Title:

Director of Human Resources Contract Length:

260 days

FLSA Status:

Exempt Job Summary This position advances the school district's mission and vision by ensuring the efficient and effective implementation of human capital initiatives. The Director of Human Resources plans, directs, and administers all human resources (HR) functions for the district including, but not limited to, developing and monitoring HR procedures; ensuring compliance with federal and state laws; interpreting employment contracts; recommending all HR actions to the Superintendent; managing employee benefits; supporting the employee evaluation process; and recruiting, screening, and retaining staff, as well as planning and implementing all HR and staffing programs. Essential Duties To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfy each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities who are otherwise qualified to perform the duties described herein. Plans, directs, and administers all HR functions for the school district; develops, implements, and monitors related programs, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with state and federal laws. Manages projects and initiatives that advance the district's mission, vision, and goals. 3. Plans, directs, and coordinates the recruitment, hiring, and retention of all personnel. Monitors staffing levels, online applications, screens applicants, conducts interviews, and assists administrators with hiring and placement decisions. Makes recommendations for hire, transfer, promotion, and salary changes for School Board Approval. 6. Develops budget proposals related to employee and contractual hires. Issues employment letters and contracts for new employees. Administers and interprets employment contracts and agreements. Determines appropriate employee salary levels and service-year credits; processes all salary adjustments in collaboration with the payroll department. Facilitates the integration of new employees into the district and oversees new-employee orientation and training. 10. Monitors and maintains staff licensure requirements. Supports administrators and supervisors with HR related matters, including hiring, evaluation, discipline, benefits, termination, etc. Assists the Payroll Department with employee benefit programs. Supervises the HR Specialist and the Coordinator of Student Services. Remains current with federal and state mandates and regulations related to HR practices and procedures (FMLA, FLSA, etc.) and ensures compliance with all requirements. Manages district-wide communications regarding HR matters; answers questions, sends out periodic notices, and benefit-related materials. Assists the Superintendent with the preparation of required Board, state, and federal reports Coordinates special programs and projects, including new employee orientation, district workshops, and employee assistance programs. Resolves staffing concerns and third-party complaints in conjunction with the Superintendent and maintains a system of accountability. Organizes and attends recruiting trips for staffing. Acts as the contact for the Local Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and Title IX. Maintains a high degree of confidentiality and professionalism at all times in handling sensitive information, data, and issues. Write and administer the Title II grant. Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Page 1 of 2

Director of Human Resources Revised:

January 2025 Master's degree from an accredited college or university in human resource management, or a related field.

• At least seven (7) to ten (10) years of professional and/or supervisory experience in human resource management, educational leadership, or other related experience that aligns with the department's needs and goals.
• Successful work experience managing projects and initiatives that achieved or exceeded ambitious goals.
• SHRM or other Human Resources certification preferred. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, parents, and the public.
• Demonstrates the ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality and professionalism at all times in handling sensitive information, data, and issues. Knowledge of the basic operations, services, and activities of human resource programs and processes.
• Working knowledge of pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and safety regulations.
• Knowledge of best practices regarding labor-management relations, conflict resolution, employee evaluations, progressive discipline, hiring and terminating, and benefits administration.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements Must have the ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time; exhibit manual dexterity to dial a telephone and enter data into a computer; see and read a computer screen and printed material with or without vision aids; hear and understand speech at normal levels and on the telephone; speak in audible tones so that others may understand clearly in person and on the telephone; physical agility to lift to 25 pounds; and to bend, stoop, sit on the floor, climb stairs, walk, and reach overhead. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Duties are normally performed in an office environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Clearance Criminal Justice Background Check, Fingerprinting, TB Assessment Supervision Exercised HR Specialist Supervision Received Superintendent This job description does not state or imply that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. The employee will be required to follow any other instructions and perform any other related duties as assigned by the Principal or an appropriate administrator. Accomack County Public Schools reserves the right to update, revise, or change this job description and related duties at any time. The Accomack County School System is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on age, sex, disability, race, color, religion, national origin, or military service in its employment practices.

Position Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

$97,929 to $143,727 Per Year Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required