Chief Human Resources Officer

Primary Function

Provides leadership, direction and legal expertise to planning and implementation of Human Resources functions in the Division.

Minimum requirement of a Master’s degree with preferred requirement of Ed.D., MBA or JD
Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible experience in educational, management and business administration experience with preferred requirement of 10 or more years of such experience
Principal experience preferred

Considerable knowledge of human resource professional management programs and current human resources laws and regulations
Ability to effectively lead, organize and direct the work of others
Demonstrated ability to design and implement a strategic plan for Human Resources
Ability to relate to a wide variety of people and to observe, listen and provide leadership which results in the best possible work environment
Considerable knowledge of standard office practices and equipment.
Strong analytical skills and excellent oral and written communications skills.
Considerable knowledge of York County instructional initiatives
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees in all YCSD departments.
Ability to maintain records, to prepare reports, and to organize complex data.
Ability to work independently on complicated projects, complete in a timely manner, and report results.
Ability to compose effective and accurate correspondence.
Ability to recognize a problem and assist in its resolution
Ability to work with limited supervision
Exercises initiative and independent judgment in the execution of duties
Exercises tact, courtesy and confidentiality in frequent contact with employees, vendors and representatives from outside agencies and organizations
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Substantial management experience in all areas of human resources
Preferred legal experience/training in employee benefits, employment and EEOC law

Provides overall leadership and direction to the Human Resources Department
Assumes responsibility for guidance and accountability for all personnel functions, including recruitment, employment, licensure, training, records, complaints, contracts, benefits and compensation, staffing, discipline, terminations/non-renewals, and interface with Payroll, Finance, Information Technology, Instruction, Operations and School Administration.
Provides leadership for department strategic plan and budget development
Develops plans to attract, develop and deploy talent
Oversees recruiting and succession management
Designs/manages and administers performance management/evaluation and recognition programs
Oversees management of HRIS data/reporting, position control and analysis
Oversight and handling of all personnel related legal actions
Administers the annual budget for the Department
Supervises administrators/coordinators in the Department
Serves as the Title IX Coordinator for the Division
Interviews and recommends candidates for administrative positions in the Human Resources Department
Serves as Superintendent’s Cabinet member
Attends, and presents as necessary at School Board work sessions and regular meetings
Encourages and facilitates communication among Division departments and buildings
Performs other duties as assigned by the Superintendent.

Normal office environment. Routine physical activities associated with normal office environment.

Position Type: Exempt

Reports to: Superintendent

Terms of Employment: Salary according to School Board Pay Plan.

Evaluation: Job performance evaluated in accordance with school board policy and administrative regulations.

Revised: 4/22/2019