Director - Human Resources **1 Vacancy**

Director - Human Resources 1 Vacancy JobID: 8039

Position Type:

Administration/Director

Date Posted:

6/18/2024

Location:

PTHS District Office

Date Available:

Upon Approval

Closing Date:

06/27/2024

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POSITION TITLE: Director of Human Resources

REPORTS TO: Deputy Superintendent for Operational Services and/or desginee

CATEGORY: Administration/12 Months/Certiifed (TRS)

FLSA: Exempt

SALARY: Regionally Competitive

Summary:

The Director of Human Resources is responsible for the development, organization and direction of the Human Resources department. The Director of Human Resources is responsible for staffing/recruiting/orientation, compensation and benefits administration, employee relations, discussions/negotiations, grievance processing and training in areas related to personnel issues. The Director of Human Resources is also responsible for reduction in force/reorganization/terminations, unemployment compensation, and compliance with all Human Resource Board Policies and Procedures. This position will coordinate implementation of services, policies and programs through a human resource staff, and assists and advises internal department directors about human resource issues.

Essential Functions

• Build leadership capacity in others

• Direct and complete effective teacher and staff evaluations in conformity with law and District procedures

• Participates in the supervision and evaluation process of certified and non-certified staff

• Effectively and meaningfully participate in collective bargaining negotiations

• Ensure compliance of local, state, and federal laws and regulations.

• Serve on and actively participate in committees as directed by the Superintendent

• Provide leadership in planning, coordinating and implementing all human resources programs and processes for the district

• Develop and utilize a process for building and programing enrollment projections to determine needed personnel to carry out the mission of the district

• Develop, review, and implement a systematic program for the assignment of all personnel across the district

• Provide knowledge and leadership in the hiring of all district positions to ensure a fair process for all applicants and the highest possibility of hiring the best available candidates

• Provide guidance and leadership in the establishment and implementation of all district human resources policies

• Assist in the administration of the district's benefits policies

• Develop and implement recruitment and retention programs for the district

• Develop processes to evaluate and assess the effectiveness of the district's human resources policies including hiring procedures

• Support and equip principals to be knowledgeable of the district's policies and collective bargaining agreements and their application to building working conditions

• Provide leadership in collective bargaining and contract administration

• Administrate all aspects of the collective bargaining agreements

• Address educational and personnel issues in the collective bargaining agreements.

• Assist with staff development activities as they overlap with personnel and collective bargaining policies

• Serve as the district's Americans with Disabilities Act Coordinator and Affirmative Action Officer

• Create and monitor the induction process at the District level for all new hires

• Monitor and communicate any changes in working conditions for all employees

• Monitor unemployment claims

• Serve as a complaint manager for the district.

• Assist building and district supervisors with determining staffing levels for professional and support staff

• Stay informed of legislation and regulations that impact the human resources functions

• Performs other duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the school district.

Qualifications/Requirements: To be considered for this position, the candidate must possess the following required education, certification, skills, experience and/or qualifications:

• Master's degree in education. Doctorate degree preferred

• Illinois Professional Educator License with an administrative endorsement.

• PERA training qualified for teacher and principal evaluations

• Previous experience as a Principal. High school preferred.

The successful candidate for this position should also possess the following desired skills, experience and/or qualifications:

• Recent experience in human resources administration.

• Create a culture of excellence, professionalism, teamwork and collaboration among the staff, teachers, students and families

• Effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills; Perform written and verbal and presentations as necessary

• Experience working with diverse internal and external stakeholders

• Knowledge of best practices in administration, program evaluation and staff supervision.

• Use of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.

• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding human resources.

• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.

The successful candidate for this position should also possess the following desired skills, experience and/or qualifications:

• Create a culture of excellence, professionalism, teamwork and collaboration among the staff, teachers, students and families

• Effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills; Perform written and verbal and presentations as necessary

• Experience working with diverse internal and external stakeholders

• Knowledge of best practices in administration, program evaluation and staff supervision.

• Use of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.

• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding human resources.

• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.

Working conditions

Mental demands/Physical demands/Environmental factors

• Maintain emotional control under stress.

• Limited travel is required.

• Occasional prolonged and irregular hours.

• Stand, walk, crouch, and do moderate lifting up to 40 lbs.

• Use of multimedia equipment and current technology.

Evaluation

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Proviso Township High Schools District 209 Board's policy on evaluation of personnel.

Note: This job description is designed to provide guidelines and direction for accomplishing goals and objectives. It covers the essential responsibilities and activities involved in the effective execution of this position. It is not all encompassing or all exhaustive.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. The individual currently holding this position may perform additional duties.

Proviso Township High Schools is an equal opportunity employer

Salary Range

Regionally competitive based on experience, knowledge and skills.