Director Of Human Resources & Accountability

Responsible for: To plan, coordinate, and supervise the operation of the Human Resources Office in a way that fosters the morale of district personnel, promotes the overall efficiency of the school system, and supports the systems, people, and processes that ultimately strengthen the educational experience and opportunities available to every student.
To establish and maintain a quality human resource system. Recommend actions to the Superintendent for consideration and implementation as relates to all aspects of human resources management.

Qualifications:
* At least three years of administrative experience in education
* Bachelor's degree required
* Experience in educational professional service area(s) preferred
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
* Demonstrates insight, intelligence, and problem-solving ability
* Such alternative to the above qualifications as the Board may determine
appropriate and acceptable
* Provide current criminal record, child abuse, and FBI clearances

Work Year: 260 Days

Performance Responsibilities:
1. Plans and directs a program for the selection and assignment of the best-qualified personnel
2. Coordinates the operation of human resource services
3. Maintains adequate and accurate human resource records
4. Responds to inquiries regarding potential employment opportunities
5. Establishes a file for applications, transcripts, letters of reference, resumes, and similar documents pertinent to each potential employee
6. Facilitates the interviewing process with appropriate District administrators
7. Schedules interviews in concert with administrative personnel
8. Participates as a contributing member of the interview team
9. Conducts background checks, including references and credentials
10. Certifies that all required documents for employment are in order, valid, and up-to-date
11. Prepares reports as requested related to human resources for the Board of School Directors
12. Provides relevant back-up data for the Superintendent and Board concerning personnel matters
13. Corresponds with all final candidates concerning their respective status
14. Communicates Board actions related to human resource issues to the individuals affected
15. Confers with administrative personnel to determine immediate and/or future needs and possible vacancies
16. Advertises vacancies using the postings, newspaper, email, college/university career centers, website, etc.
17. Conducts personnel informational and research surveys and questionnaires
18. Cooperates with college and university schools of education and with career placement offices regarding applicants
19. Processes recommendations for changes in the status of employees, including transfers, sabbaticals, promotions, terminations, retirements, etc.
20. Corresponds with staff concerning personnel matters
21. Prepares local and state reports as directed by the Superintendent
22. References professional assignments/vacancies with the PDE manual entitled Certification and Staffing Policies and Guidelines
23. Maintains and updates a directory of personnel for each building entity in the District
24. Serves as the Officer of Diversity and Inclusion for the District
25. Serves as the American with Disabilities Act Compliance Officer
26. Maintains current knowledge regarding employment guidelines and laws, including but not limited to Equal Employment Opportunities, Family and Medical Leave Act, Americans with Disabilities Act, and Workers' Compensation.
27. Participates, when called upon by the Superintendent, in various negotiations/deliberations related to professional and classified contracts
28. Certifies classifications and salaries to the payroll department
29. Assumes responsibility for all collective bargaining, labor relations, and contract administration
30. Provides necessary processing for issuance and renewal of state credentials
31. Makes timely announcements of dates to be observed by applicants and employees to comply with state and LEA requirements. This would include required clearances and training
32. Develops an employment handbook for all classes of employees to include job rules, regulations, expectations, and penalties
33. Responds to questionnaires, surveys, and correspondence from research or professional organizations requesting information on the District personnel program and to requests of District personnel on matters not clearly covered by regulations, policy, or legislation
34. Supports the Superintendent in his/her overall administrative efforts; keeps him/her informed of pertinent division developments and events; and seeks his/her counsel or decision as necessary
35. Performs other duties with awareness of all District requirements and policies
36. Attends evening meetings when directed by the superintendent
37. Maintain, compose, and update all job descriptions
38. Posts and advertises open positions
39. Maintains accurate postings on the District's webpage
40. Analyzes and evaluates District programs and shares results with the superintendent
41. Assist the superintendent, assistant superintendent, and director of curriculum development in planning professional development
42. Facilitates interviews during the day and in the evening when necessary
43. Maintains accurate records for ACT 48 hours
44. Audits and reviews personnel files periodically
45. Maintain and develop partnerships with local universities and facilitate the student-teacher and intern assignments
46. Maintains all records for student teachers and interns
47. Provides explanation of employee benefit programs and disseminates information pertinent to such
48. Updates all relevant policies and ARs
49. Performs all other functions and tasks as assigned by the Superintendent
Duties and responsibilities may be added to or deleted from this job description at any time by the Superintendent.

Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Physically able to perform job responsibilities, including being able to lift and handle at least 25 lbs. on a regular basis and at least 50 lbs. on an occasional basis. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision. The employee needs to be able to tell where a sound is coming from and hear in a noisy environment.

Work Environment:
The primary work duties of this position are generally performed within an office environment, utilizing standard office equipment.

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. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position, and additional duties may be assigned.