Executive Director Of Human Resources

Position Type:

Administration/Director

Date Posted:

1/25/2024

Location:

District Office

Date Available:

02/07/2024

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled

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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES

TITLE: EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES REPORTS TO: SUPERINTENDENT TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 260 DAYS/YEAR SALARY RANGE: EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR SALARY SCHEDULE $106,619 - $148,157 BENEFITS: Nevada State Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)

Employer paid Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

No State Tax FLSA STATUS EXEMPT

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Under the direction of the Superintendent, the Executive Director of Human Resources performs work of substantial difficulty in providing leadership and direction to the overall operation of the District Human Resources Department; recruit, select and retain quality staff; assure compliance with legal requirements; provide leadership for labor relations and manage collective bargaining agreements. Oversees and directs the District's Facilities, School Nutrition, and Transportation departments. Works closely within a team of four Executive Directors to plan, organize and direct to carry out the district's Strategic Plan. Keeps the Superintendent informed and works cooperatively with all other administrators in school and district-related matters. Plans for and leads appropriate professional meetings. Provides professional development for administrators throughout the year.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Oversees the recruitment and selection of full-time, part-time, and all temporary staff in consultation with appropriate administrative and supervisory personnel.

• Maintains and screens application files of prospective candidates for position openings.

• Certifies salary placements of all employees to the Director for Business Services.

• Monitors and assists staff with issuance and renewal of teaching endorsements as well as assess courses applicable for salary schedule credit.

• Plans, develops, and revises human resources' policies and procedures in accordance with legal requirements and sound management practices for submission to the Superintendent and the Board for adoption.

• Maintains current knowledge of governmental statutes, regulations, and rules relating to human resources management, and advises staff of such provisions of law.

• Interprets and coordinates the District's program of evaluation for post-probationary probationary, temporary, part-time, and substitute licensed personnel.

• Provides assistance to supervisors relative to all due process matters involving discipline, grievances, arbitration, and/or dismissals along with assisting in validation of documentation and applicability of appropriate statutes and policies.

• Develops and maintains a system for personnel records to assure a comprehensive, efficient, accurate, and current record of all matters pertinent to employment, transfer, tenure, retirement, leave, promotion, and evaluation of personnel

• Submits necessary personnel-related reports to the Board and to state and federal agencies.

• Interprets and assists staff with the implementation of Board policies and bargaining unit

• Contract provisions relating to salary, salary deduction, assignment, transfer, evaluation, working hours, professional growth, early retirement, leaves, illness and absence regulations, and resignations.

• Prepares items for the school board agenda which deal with personnel actions including matters to be heard in closed session when requested by the Superintendent.

• Conducts personnel-related research, as required to support policy recommendations or improved human resources management practices.

• Coordinates and serves as the Board of Trustees' representative in the negotiation process with the represented staff as directed by the Superintendent.

• Develops job descriptions for new staff positions and coordinates the periodic review and revision of existing job descriptions.

• Prepares and maintains statistical information on all personnel and submits the necessary statistical reports to the Nevada Department of Education and the Board.

• Communicates with the Superintendent on a regular basis, for the purpose of continually reviewing human resources' procedures and keeping the Superintendent informed on all matters relating to personnel.

• Counsels with employees to resolve complaints, difficulties, and other matters related to personnel management, and advise supervisors on difficult or sensitive personnel issues.

• Receives, reviews, and processes requests for transfer in accordance with transfer regulations and the needs of the District.

• Supervises the District's Facilities, School Nutrition, and Transportation Departments.

• Performs such other duties and assume such other responsibilities as the Superintendent may from time to time assign.

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Perform related duties as assigned.

WORK CONTACTS

Frequent contact with district officials, administrators, other district staff, parents, other agencies, and the public to provide and obtain information, resolve complaints, provide explanations, and to persuade. Contact with subordinates to manage and coach.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Contract management, contract negotiations, and contract interpretation including establishing positive relationship with employee groups required; applicable laws, regulations, and emerging practices pertaining to assigned responsibilities, including current issues and trends in education and human resource activities; State of Nevada and federal regulations and policies regarding personnel matters and employment, civil rights, Title IX, student discipline; supervisory methods and practices in the areas leadership and instructional frameworks; specifically the Nevada Educator Performance Framework (NEPF)

ABILITY TO

• Demonstrate exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

• Plan, organize, and coordinate activities/professional development for staff.

• Demonstrate a high level of self-confidence, initiative, self-direction, and motivation.

• Conduct research, analyze findings, develop sound conclusions, and prepare comprehensive reports and plans.

• Work independently and handle multiple priorities.

• Meet deadlines.

• Carry out assignments and duties within budgets provided.

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with school officials, administrators, board members, outside agencies, school staff, parents and the general public.

• Maintain confidentiality.

• Operate standard office and classroom equipment; observe health and safety regulations.

• Maintain records and files.

• Demonstrate flexibility in working with others in a variety of circumstances.

• Appropriately handle stress and interact with others.

• Maintain regular attendance.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Work is performed under the administrative direction of the Superintendent who will annually evaluate the performance of the Executive Director of Human Resources. Work is reviewed through conferences and reports relating to accomplishment of broad program objectives and effectiveness of service delivery.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Directly supervises and evaluates the Director of Facilities, Director of School Nutrition, and the Director of Transportation, as well as district staff within the programs managed.

CONDITIONS OF WORK

Work is performed under the following conditions:

• Exposure to climate-controlled office settings to outside weather with temperatures ranging from mild/moderate to extreme cold/heat.May involve exposure to noise levels ranging from moderate to very loud and occasional to frequent time periods.

• May involve work in crowded environments.

SAFETY SENSITIVE:

YES NO X

ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Five (5) years of principal experience preferred and college education (Master's Degree) in educational leadership or related field; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the work.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATES

• Must possess a valid Nevada Teacher's license.

• Must possess a valid Nevada School Administrative endorsement.

• Must possess a valid driver's license that allows the applicant/employee to legally operate a motor vehicle in Nevada.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL/INTELLECTUAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical and mental/intellectual requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Those requirements include:

• Strength, dexterity, coordination, and vision to use keyboard and video display terminal for prolonged periods.

• Strength and stamina to bend, stoop, sit, and stand for long periods of time.Dexterity and coordination to handle files and single pieces of paper; occasional lifting of files, stacks of paper or reports, references, student work, and other materials.Some reaching for items above and below waist and head level.Some reaching, bending, squatting, and stopping to access files, student work, and other items as necessary.The manual dexterity and cognitive ability to operate a personal computer and other educational technology (LCD projector, SmartBoard, iPads/Tablets, etc.) to enhance student learning.Involves hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone.Medium to heavy lifting (25 to 100 pounds) may occasionally be required.

• In compliance with applicable disability laws, reasonable accommodations may be provided for qualified individuals with a disability who require and request such accommodations.Applicants and incumbents are encouraged to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

EMPLOYEE PUNCTUALITY AND APPEARANCE

In order for DCSD schools to operate effectively, employees are expected to perform all assigned duties and work all scheduled hours during each designated workday, unless the employee has received approved leave. Any deviation from assigned hours must have prior approval from the employee's supervisor or building administrator. All employees are required to report to work dressed in a manner that reflects a positive image of DCSD and is appropriate for their position.

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Douglas County School District does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, creed/religion, color, national or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity or expression, genetic information, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, age, veterans or military status, or political affiliation in admission to or access to, treatment or employment, or participation in its programs and activities, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups, pursuant to federal and state laws including, but not limited to, Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title II of the American with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEA), and the Boy Scouts of America Equal Access Act. The Douglas County School District is an equal opportunity employer and will not knowingly discriminate in any area of employment, which includes recruiting and hiring practices, working conditions, training, promotion, and terms and conditions of employment. Individuals with a disability who require reasonable accommodation(s) during any step of the screening process or who have questions about qualifications should notify a representative in Human Resources. Notification may be made in person, in writing, or by calling (775) 782-7177.

The Superintendent of Douglas County School District has designated the following position to handle inquiries regarding student and employee non-discrimination policies:

Executive Director of Human Resources

1638 Mono Avenue

Minden, Nevada 89423

Phone: (775) 782-7177

Attachment(s):

• EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES.pdf