Personnel Officer SY2026-27 (NBOE)

Qualifications And Requirements

• Thirty (30) semester hour credits are equal to one (1) year of relevant experience.
• Seven (7) years of supervisory personnel experience, including the review of classification problems and wage studies, the handling of personnel problems, and the coordination of the training needs of the jurisdiction.
• Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; and three (3) years of the above-referenced professional experience.

Basic Functions And Responsibilities

• Manages and supervises leave of absence and workplace accommodation function for NPS, maintains liaison between NPS and other agencies and offices regarding HR matters.
• Affords assistance in the establishment of personnel policies, including leave of absence and workplace accommodation policies and programs.
• Disseminates and trains appropriate staff on relevant policy and procedures.
• Assists in directing the personnel activities of the jurisdiction.
• Counsels on research for studies involving personnel issues, including leaves of absence and workplace accommodations management.
• Plans, organizes, and assigns the work of the organizational unit and evaluates employee performance.
• Prepares reports and other items as requested.
• Directs the establishment and maintenance of records and files.

Knowledge And Abilities

• Knowledge of problems encountered in the administration of personnel programs, including management of leaves of absence and workplace accommodations.
• Knowledge of theory, practices, and procedures of modern personnel administration.
• Knowledge of leaves of absence and workplace accommodations procedures.
• Knowledge of employee performance evaluation procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret the provisions of New Jersey and Federal laws relating to personnel and workforce matters.
• Ability to analyze and resolve the problems involved in the oversight of a personnel program.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with associates and individuals engaged in or concerned with issues relating to public employment.
• Ability to establish and maintain records and files.

SALARY, EMPLOYMENT PERIOD AND UNION AFFILIATION

• Salary: $91,000 - $125,000
• Employment Period: Twelve (12) Months
• Union Affiliation: Unaffiliated/Confidential

How To Apply

The Newark Board of Education is only accepting electronic applications. Open Date: June 16, 2026. Closing Date: June 30, 2026 or until filled.