Human Resources-Executive Director

Opportunity! Wayzata Public Schools is currently seeking an HR leader who is excited about the opportunity to support continued steady growth in a district which serves approximately 11,500 students. The Executive Director of Human Resources is responsible for providing leadership for all district Human Resource functions to ensure all actions play a strategic role in accomplishing the district mission, vision and strategic directions. The Executive Director is responsible for essential department functions including recruitment, selection and retention of high performing employees, contract negotiation, interpretation and management of employment contracts, performance management, employee relations, compensation, organizational planning, staffing, policy development, budget development and compliance with all applicable state and federal laws. We are Looking for Someone Who is: People Centered: The successful candidate will not just understand the value people have in the success of our mission, but will be people and relationship centered. In addition, they will lead with integrity and empathy and look for ways to build capacity in others. Confident Decision Maker: In this role you will be faced with critical decisions which may impact multiple areas of the district. The ideal candidate will have experience and confidence to make these decisions. Passionate: The successful candidate will be passionate about the work of Human Resources and about delivering on our mission of Excellence for Each and Every Student. Collaborative: Wayzata Public Schools relies on the skills and services of a large variety of individuals to provide a successful learning experience for our students. We are seeking someone skilled in developing relationships and effectively collaborating with others to enhance the quality of our work. Forward Thinking: We value continuous improvement. We are seeking an individual who is a catalyst for improvement based solutions including the increased use of technology. Skilled in Facilitation and Conflict Resolution: The person in this role will play a critical role in responding to grievances as well as negotiating contracts with bargaining units. You must be skilled in working through difficult situations while respecting the interests of all parties. We also are looking for someone who maintains curiosity, especially in difficult situations, as they pursue creative and unique solutions. Application Procedure: The deadline for completed applications is February 27, 2017. Initial Interviews are tentatively scheduled for March 7, 2017 and final interviews will occur between March 13 and 17th, 2017. The start date for this position is Approximately May 1. All applicants must complete an on-line application at http://www.wayzata.k12.mn.us/. Please include a comprehensive resume and three current letters of recommendation.

The Executive Director of Educational Technology & Data Services is responsible for district-wide evaluation applying the Baldrige Criteria for Educational Excellence and serves as a member of the district leadership team and superintendent’s executive cabinet. The Executive Director provides day-to-day leadership in the areas of continuous improvement, educational technology and digital learning, assessment, data management, data analysis, and results interpretation. Further, the Executive Director provides leadership to building assessment coordinators, administrators, related teachers on special assignment, school improvement teams and staff and facilitates data-decision making, digital learning and systems-thinking throughout the district. The Executive Director provides leadership and supervises the following departments: Technology and Student Information Services and integrates all decision making with Teaching and Learning and Digital Learning departments. For complete job description/qualifications please go to https://phl.applitrack.com/isd194/onlineapp/