Website Inver Grove Heights Schools
SUMMARY:
The Director of Human Resources plays a central role in maintaining the district administrative systems. Reporting to the Superintendent, the Director of Human Resources is part of the administrative team responsible for the successful and efficient operation of the school. This position will work closely with the Superintendent to ensure that the operational functions, including employee negotiations, legal compliance and other human resource work supports the success of the district
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
This class specification lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Incumbent(s) may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills.
Develops, organizes, coordinates, implements and evaluates areas related to human resource management in the district.
Perform as lead employee to successfully accomplish the job responsibilities associated with the Director of Human Resources position.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
Administers, supervises and provides leadership administering of human resource (HR) programs, functions, budgets and staff.
Leads a culture of customer service orientation and continuous improvement that sets the tone for the district and the department.
Collaborates and works closely with district administrators developing personnel processes and district policies, procedures and manuals.
Interprets and implements HR policies and procedures, union contracts and collective bargaining processes and procedures.
Monitors, coordinates, tracks and records district performance management and evaluation procedures; determines accordance with district policies and procedures.
Monitors the ACA (Affordable Care Act) and ensures compliance at the district level.
Coordinates and participates in preparing compliance, affirmative action and unemployment reports.
Conducts compensation studies and makes recommendations for changes in classifications, salary ranges and pay structures.
Completes pay equity reporting and maintains job descriptions.
Assigns, directs, trains and reviews staff work; provides recommendations regarding hiring, rewarding, transferring, promoting, suspending, terminating and demoting employees; evaluates performance and develops staff schedules.
Serves as district liaison between employees and administration regarding human resource related issues, questions and concerns.
Attends, participates and represents the district before various groups, committees, task forces and professional organizations at the local, metro, regional and state level.
Attends board meetings and work sessions as needed.
Provides analysis and counsel on legal, policy and school issues related to data privacy, equal employment opportunity complaints, due process, compliance, outsourcing agreements; draft review of vendor contracts and actual or anticipated lawsuits.
Represents the district at various legal proceedings.
Oversees the development and administration of policies, procedures, programs, goals and objectives; presents them to the Board as necessary.
Manages, investigates and resolves employee concerns and grievances by administering labor contracts so as to maintain fair and equitable treatment of employees and to assure compliance with negotiated agreements; anticipates and guards against legal risks facing the district; develops and recommends policy and position on legal matters.
Maintains records and coordinates the preparation of various reports regarding the district human resource programs such as unemployment, workers’ compensation, retirement, pay equity and submits them to the proper agency.
Administers and monitors the department budget including the allocation of resources and approval of expenditures.
Negotiates and administers all union and employment contracts on behalf of the district; drafts and administers vendor, client and employment contracts.
Other duties as assigned by the Superintendent and School Board.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Perform under normal office conditions where there are minimal negative environmental factors.
Perform within low to moderate noise levels with frequent interruptions.
Perform at moderate to high pace for extended periods of time.
Perform in an office environment with professionalism and proficiency.
SALARY AND BENEFITS:
Salary: $151,868 – $176,898
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.Master’s Degree in Human Resources preferred.
Minimum 5 years successful experience as a human resource manager in the public sector.
Managerial and administrative skills including collective bargaining and negotiations, budgeting, problem solving, conflict resolution, organization and leadership.
Proficient in human relations and communication skills.
Skilled in use of technologies as it applies to school district human resource practices and procedures.
Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with business associates, staff, government officials, and community.
Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with others in both written and verbal form.
Experience working with diverse communities to foster a common vision for children and youth.
Ability to understand and follow data privacy rules and regulations.
Proven ability and record of reporting to work on a regular and punctual basis.
Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.
Ability to work cooperatively with staff, government officials, and community, to provide leadership and administration.
Ability to operate independently and effectively while following established procedures and protocols.
Ability to anticipate and/or recognize problems and/or complications and to determine and implement practical corrective solutions to problems and issues.
Ability to communicate appropriately with individuals regardless of socioeconomic status.
Ability to demonstrate critical thinking skills when completing unique or complex job assignments.
Ability to determine what is confidential and proprietary information and how to use that information in a proper manner.
Ability to communicate positively about the school district at all times.
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