Director of Human Resources

Position Title: Director of Human Resources

Classification: RSSSA

Range: Range 1 (240)

Reports To: Superintendent's designee

Supervises: Human Resources Generalists and other assigned personnel within areas of responsibility

Position Goal: To provide leadership, direction, support, and technical assistance for the Department of Human Resources in support of the school district's strategic plan through the execution of best practices in the areas of recruitment, selection, evaluation/assessment, training/professional development, succession planning, employee recognition, and position control.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field required, including education. Master's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field, including education, required. SPHR (HRCI) or SHRM-SCP certification preferred.
• Three (3) years experience in progressively larger HR roles or similar administrative roles with demonstrated experience in talent acquisition, employee development/coaching, and employee evaluation required.
• Experience in an educational setting is strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge, or proven ability to acquire knowledge, of the needs of an educational organization as it relates to professional certifications and on-going professional development.
• Demonstrated ability to lead a team and communicate with a wide variety of audiences orally and in writing.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated knowledge of group dynamics, consensus-building, problem solving, and conflict resolution.
• Knowledge of and ability to interpret collective bargaining agreements, employment contracts, and Board policies.
• Ability to use computer systems and implement the use of HR software applications.
• Proven planning, organizational, and project management skills.
• Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret data.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to, the following fundamental duties:

1. Provides leadership and guidance in the development of Human Resource departmental objectives, standard operating procedures, performance standards, timelines, and reports.
2. Provides direct supervision, coaching, professional development, and performance evaluation of assigned Human Resources personnel to ensure operational effectiveness, accountability, and consistent service delivery.
3. Provides leadership and oversight of the District's recruitment process to include, but not be limited to, the development of legally compliant and organizationally sound job descriptions and applications; the development and implementation of a robust recruitment process for all positions; the formal assessment of all recruitment activities; the development of a stringent and legally compliant interview process to include an applicant screening process, skills testing if necessary, and a rigorous competency-based interview and selection process; effective reference and background checks; pre-employment testing if necessary; formal offers of employment, and adherence to applicable collective bargaining agreements regarding posting of vacancies, etc.
4. Provides leadership and oversight of the on-boarding process to ensure compliance with all laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
5. Develops, implements, and evaluates employee retention and engagement initiatives, including stay interviews, employee feedback mechanisms, and other strategies designed to improve employee satisfaction, organizational culture, and long-term retention.
6. Works with applicable departments to make recommendations for appropriate employment actions, including, but not limited to hiring, transfers, recommending staffing needs, position control, etc.
7. Reviews candidate application packets along with supporting documentation, to prepare and negotiate job offers consistent with applicable collective bargaining agreements and District practices.
8. Works with all departments to develop and implement an orientation program for all new talent designed to effectively welcome new employees to the District and provide them information and guidance essential to their success, including providing support to the New Teacher Induction Program and mentorship programs.
9. Develops and implements an exit process for all employees to include effective exit interviews; the return of all District equipment, access cards, and keys; the termination of technology access, etc.
10. Oversees the development, implementation, and assessment of staff evaluation processes and procedures to ensure that such processes are legally compliant and conducted with fidelity.
11. In conjunction with appropriate administrative personnel, facilitates the development, implementation, and evaluation of staff development activities in such areas as civil rights compliance, unlawful harassment, workplace safety, conducting effective performance evaluations, supervision, etc.
12. Collaborates with the Director of Employee & Labor Relations and Chief Legal Officer to address and resolve issues relating to collective bargaining agreement concerns and employee discipline, participates in the Labor Management process for all unions, and serves on the District's negotiations team in all CBA negotiations and provides information necessary for the negotiations process with all employment groups as requested.
13. Serves as a point of contact for the clerical union and responsible for assigning, delegating, and directing the work of clerical employees, consistent with their collective bargaining agreement and job descriptions, to support District operations.
14. In conjunction with the Business Office and varied departments, manages and maintains a valid and accurate Position Control process.
15. Responsible for maintaining databases for certification issues, including, but not limited to, tenure, Level I/Level II status, and Act 48/Act 45 compliance.
16. Serves as liaison with the Pennsylvania Department of Education for assigned areas of responsibility including TIMS, emergency certification applications, etc.
17. Oversees and manages relationships with third-party staffing agencies and contracted staffing providers, including coordination of staffing needs, monitoring of contractual compliance, evaluation of service delivery and performance, and ensuring alignment with District policies, procedures, and operational needs.
18. Serves as part of District Teaching and Learning and Operations Teams to ensure human resources procedures and processes support each Departments' needs across the District.
19. Reviews and approves credentials for contracted staff employed by outside agencies, and works with agencies on details related to placement, job duties, processes, etc.
20. Maintains required records and prepares or oversees the preparation of various state, federal or other requested employment-related reports and ensures that such reports are completed and submitted accurately in a timely manner.
21. Drafts, interprets, and disseminates policies, regulations, procedures, and other important information to staff within assigned areas of responsibility, as directed.
22. Provides information necessary for the negotiations process with all employment groups as requested.
23. Attends school board meetings to present personnel agenda items.
24. Collaborates with various departments to update and maintain a District Employee Handbook.
25. Attends training sessions, conferences, and workshops to keep abreast of current practices, programs, and legal issues associated with areas of responsibility.
26. Performs such other duties as requested/assigned by direct supervisor.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Full-time (12-month) exempt position. Salary and benefits consistent with the District's approved Compensation and Benefits Plan.

EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on evaluation of personnel

The position holder must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. It is the responsibility of the employee to inform the Department of Human Resources of any and all reasonable accommodations that will be required. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended, and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

The Reading School District is an equal opportunity employment, educational, and service organization.