Director of Human Resources

About the Role

Responsible for the design, development, and implementation of human resources policies and programs that ensure the best interest of employees and align with Donegal School District’s goals and mission. Ensures compliance with the School Code and governmental laws and regulations. Coordinates human resources functions including policies and procedures, employee and union relations, benefits administration, compensation, organizational development, safety, affirmative action, recruitment, risk management, personnel records, and wellness.

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains human resource policies and procedures to ensure uniform and fair treatment of employees.
• Provides vision, leadership, planning, and project coordination for the human resources team in talent acquisition, career development, succession planning, retention, training, leadership development, compensation, and benefits.
• Designs, establishes, and coordinates the administration of employee benefit programs in conjunction with the Director of Business Services.
• Designs, implements, and administers compensation programs for all employees in conjunction with the Director of Business Services.
• Coordinates and participates in the recruitment of employees.
• Provides assistance and support to the Title IX Coordinator as requested.
• Performs labor relations tasks and maintains awareness of employee relations issues, implementing proactive measures when possible.
• Assists in the staff development program for support personnel.
• Performs employee relations functions and works proactively with supervisors to develop strategies for resolving human resource problems such as inappropriate employee behavior and performance issues.
• Maintains the integrity, legality, and accuracy of all human resources programs and functions and upholds all district policies.
• Analyzes, prepares, studies, and makes suggestions on staffing and organizational issues to ensure the organizational structure is adequately staffed and organized for maximum productivity and efficiency.
• Participates in meetings with the district-level Cabinet Team and the Donegal Education Association.
• Conducts special human resources studies to maintain the effective and competitive position of human resources programs.
• Supervises personnel assigned to the human resources department and monitors the departmental budget.
• Coordinates investigations where appropriate and files written reports on all employee practice claims in the workplace.
• Produces informational releases and public service announcements to communicate human resource information.
• Represents the district with community groups, educational committees, state and local agencies, and professional organizations as appropriate.
• Performs other projects as assigned by the Superintendent.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, preferably in human resources or a related major, plus three to five years of human resources experience, preferably with supervisory, administrative, and school experience.
• Master’s degree preferred.

Skills

• Strong organizational, management, and supervisory skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to present complex information clearly and concisely to a diverse audience.
• Positive communication and listening skills; team player and leader.
• Effective conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to network and collaborate with related organizations for the benefit of the district.
• Ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality at all times.
• Ability to problem-solve effectively.

Work Environment

• Physical:
  • Sit: 60%
  • Walk/Stand: 35%
  • Drive: 5%
• Mental:
  • Ability to interpret, analyze, and evaluate detailed written and verbal communications.
  • Ability to problem-solve effectively.
• Environment: Normal office environment.