Website Duluth Public Schools ISD709
The Director of Human Resources is responsible for the coordination, execution and delivery of Human
Resources services for the District. The Director provides leadership, guidance and oversight of staffing,
recruitment & retention, equity and diversity efforts, benefits, performance management, labor relations,
development and administration of District policies and procedures, communications, compensation,
benefits, and implementing HR strategies to influence District culture in support of optimizing human
potential and performance. This position requires continuous use of independent judgment and the ability to
build strong relationships, collaborate with others and communicate effectively. The essential functions as
shown below represent only the key areas of responsibility; specific position requirements will vary depending
on the needs of the district.
Requirements
Graduate degree in human resource management, industrial relations, labor relations, organizational
management or a closely-related field and
five (5) years of experience in human resources, industrial relations, labor relations, organizational
management or a closely-related field required; or an equivalent combination of education, training
and/or experience necessary to successfully perform the essential functions of the work OR a
Bachelor’s degree and Human Resources Certification in a closely related field and a minimum of
seven (7) years of progressive experience in Human Resources and leadership experience totaling
ten (10) years.
District Application Guidelines
Qualified applicants must complete an online application on or before the posting deadline, 4:00 p.m., Wednesday, November 19, 2025, using AppliTrack (job application) on the Duluth Public School District website www.isd709.org.
Please attach a cover letter, resume and transcript.
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