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Human Resources Business Partner

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Position Type: Human Resources

Location: Educational Service Center

Closing Date: 11/26/24

Job Summary:  To inspire and prepare each and every scholar with the confidence, courage, and competence to achieve their dreams; contribute to community; and engage in a lifetime of learning.  Deliver and implement employment/compensation/benefits programs and services and the maintenance, integrity, and security of applicable human resource data and records; initiating applicable personnel actions that encompass the employment lifecycle of employees; provide recruitment support; serves as a resource for benefit and insurance questions; maintain human resource data and ensure compliance; facilitate leave requests; make appropriate and equitable use of resources and technologies; implement the goals and objectives of the District and department for which employed; support District and department leaders implementation of improvement plans; build capacity in staff to meet system-wide and department initiatives to ensure equitable achievement gains for scholars; initiate and sustain collaboration within and across departments, programs, and buildings to improve scholar achievement; support in-person, synchronous and asynchronous learning and services when applicable; participate in District and department leadership activities.  Ability to be flexible with work hours to meet the needs of the district and department at the discretion of the supervisor.

Responsibilities and tasks include:

Demonstrate Professionalism by:

Aligning function with mission and core values of the organization; acting as a leader in District and department initiatives and strategies; attending training; serving on task forces and committees, as appropriate.
Developing and communicating shared vision for areas of responsibility.
Initiating, coordinating, and sustaining collaboration with a variety of leaders, colleagues, and staff on professional learning opportunities, support, and resources aligned with the District Strategic Plan and department and content/program outcomes; ensuring an equity lens in the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of area of responsibility.
Planning and executing continuous improvement processes for area of responsibility; monitoring and guiding the process; establishing clear and equitable outcomes, developed using data from multiple sources, that are representative of research based best practices and District guidelines and standards.

Demonstrate Performance Leadership by:

Developing individual capacity to apply technical/functional expertise for maximum impact.
Demonstrating attention to quality enhancement by incorporating formative feedback from supervisor in order to improve efficiencies and effectiveness in recordkeeping, workflow and compliance.
Assuming appropriate responsibility for tasks; following established procedures to guide system and departmental work; collaborating to achieve shared objectives; monitoring and demonstrating effective decision-making strategies in order to meet project deadlines.

Demonstrate Management Skills by:

Showing knowledge of resources aligned to areas of responsibility; managing District and department resources equitably, effectively, and efficiently; collaborating with department leaders to develop tactical and strategic goals by analyzing program operational and strategic needs and resources (including; budget, personnel, time, facilities, materials) to ensure that  actions and expenditures are appropriate, meet objectives, and are within budget.
Ensuring compliance with applicable policies, rules, and regulations.
Applying effective and equitable decision-making processes.
Preparing employee contracts and related correspondence and records; ordering and interpreting background and criminal  history checks.
Monitoring and maintaining licensing documents; records and licensure data; ensuring employees maintain valid licensure; preparing personnel reports for School Board agendas; monitoring and assuring employee personnel files are accurate, complete and up to date; reviewing and approving all lane change applications.
Serving as a primary resource to all staff in the understanding and application of the district collective bargaining agreements and terms and conditions of employment; working collaboratively with union representatives in the application of collective bargaining agreement provisions.
Establishing salaries and confirming applicable provisions of collective bargaining agreements terms and conditions of employment for all new staff; consulting with administrators on next steps regarding staff performance concerns; meeting with all new hires to complete required paperwork and explain personnel policies; notifying appropriate stakeholders of staffing changes.
Communicating with the payroll department on applicable pay changes affected by personnel actions, including changes in budget codes, status changes, and lane/step placements; responding to unemployment insurance benefits claims and representing the district in appeal hearings; finalizing all on-boarding and off-boarding required steps, transfers, benefit enrollments and changes in pay.
Providing expert technical and strategic support and advice to managers and other personnel on policies, procedures, employment concerns, labor contract language, FMLA and COBRA regulations, and personnel issues/actions; serving on negotiation teams when applicable.
Researching human resources best practices and assisting in the development and/or recommendation of new human resources practices.
Partnering with department/site leaders to reach organizational equity goals while maintaining a work environment that respects and supports cultural agility; serving as a team lead for functional projects and systems; working with administrators on job studies.
Managing all district job postings in compliance with labor contracts and district procedures; posting positions on applicable websites; attending job fairs and recruiting for district positions; serving as a liaison for all employment questions concerning job application process and selection procedures.
Acting as district liaison and developing partnerships with external entities to disseminate information and promote employment opportunities; providing strategic input at district staffing meetings and when meeting individually with hiring managers; providing technical support and training on applicable human resources systems.
Providing advanced technical information and assistance to employees, retirees, providers and third parties regarding various insurance programs such as medical insurance, dental insurance, prescription plan, disability insurance, life insurance and flexible benefits plan; resolves problems or complaints and assists Human Resources Coordinator in resolving complex problems.
Participating in the coordination and communication of the School District’s employee benefits programs, including the annual enrollment.
Participating in ensuring that regulations and internal policies and procedures regarding HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), deferred compensation, COBRA (Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act) insurance and the flexible benefits plan are followed and explained to employees; staying current with changes in law.
Compiling, verifying and preparing data, records and reports concerning human resource metrics; providing data for summarizing employee status, compensation/benefits coverage, and data entry; auditing district records and information pertaining to employment information; developing and maintaining documentation of human resources processes and procedures; compiling and tracking Tier 1 and Tier 2 licenses and Out of Field Permission to ensure licensing compliance.
Serving as the district liaison with the Professional Educators Licensing and Standards Board, as well as with the district re-licensure committee, to ensure that licensure requirements are met for all licensed staff; reviewing and maintaining HRIS licensure and assignment data to ensure compliance with STAR requirements.
Responding to questions about leave regulations and procedures; advising managers and staff on labor contract requirements for leaves of absence; monitoring leaves of absence and following up with data response requirements.
Collaborating and providing leadership for projects that integrate various district departments and/or outside agencies; collaborating with staff, community, and the Minnesota Department of Education on issues of mutual interest.

Demonstrate Interpersonal Skills by:

Establishing and cultivating mutual respect and rapport including positive interactions with and among colleagues, staff, recruits and others; consistently demonstrating knowledge and caring about individuals; demonstrating and applying appropriate cultural and developmental awareness in interactions with colleagues, staff, recruits and others; recognizing and honoring the dignity, needs, and individual identity of colleagues, staff, recruits and others.
Expressing ideas clearly in speaking and writing; communicating effectively in public; encouraging frequent and open communication; maintaining accessibility and visibility in the organization; inviting suggestions and feedback.
Perceiving the needs and concerns of others and providing appropriate support; resolving conflicts; demonstrating cultural responsiveness.

Demonstrate Professionalism by:

Showing commitment to own professional growth; reflecting on knowledge and practice through self-assessment; accurately assessing the effectiveness of own leadership and activities; citing specific examples, ideas, and means for areas of improvement; identify personal growth areas and independently seeking opportunities to develop and refine knowledge and practices; maintaining documentation of progress toward professional learning goals.
Managing work duties effectively; organizing and scheduling time commitments to meet demands of the job; meeting established timelines and deadlines; maintaining accurate, accessible, and clear department and content/program documentation and records.
Effectively initiating contact, communication, and collaboration with staff, colleagues, and administrators; providing timely, constructive, and substantive information in a culturally sensitive manner; seeking opportunities to develop relationships and engage scholars, guardians/caregivers, staff, colleagues, and community.
Cultivating and sustaining positive and productive relationships with colleagues; helping to identify challenges and taking positive action toward their solution; actively participating in a culture of professional inquiry to improve practice; participating in school, program/content, District and state meetings and events; supporting implementation of the District’s mission.
Remaining current regarding knowledge, skills, and trends for area of responsibility; maintaining professional and technical knowledge and certifications; seeking collegial support and feedback; seeking knowledge regarding the scholars and community served and applying findings to program/content practice participating in professional organizations to enhance practice; providing leadership and support to colleagues.
Demonstrating professional demeanor; representing the district in a positive manner; establishing and maintaining a positive image with sites and community.
Consistently maintaining and modeling honesty, integrity, and confidentiality in interactions with staff, colleagues, scholars, guardians/caregivers, and community; inspiring trust by demonstrating competence, reliability, sincerity, and caring; demonstrating adaptability and flexibility; actively addressing scholars’ needs; advocating for scholars.
Perform other comparable duties of a like or similar nature as assigned.
Minimum qualifications include:

Bachelor’s Degree.  Coursework in human resources, business administration, or a closely related field. If education requirement is not met, then must have related Human Resources certification or recognized equivalent certification or must have minimum of 5 years of increasingly responsible professional human resources work experience. Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) certification or recognized equivalent certification required if education requirement is not met through college degree requirement.
Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in human resources and/or benefits administration.

Essential knowledge and specialized subject knowledge required to perform the essential functions of the job:

Basic knowledge of employment laws and practices.
Basic knowledge and experience in the administration of benefits and compensation programs and other human resources programs.
General knowledge of labor contract law and principles.
Enhanced knowledge of school district organization, functions, operations, and jobs; understanding mission statement, goals, and philosophy as it impacts the support functions and responsibilities of human resource programs and services.
Enhanced knowledge of the operation and applications used in maintaining personnel files, records retention, record/file/database  maintenance requirements, compliance reporting, and administrative requirements pertaining to human resource programs and objectives.
Enhanced knowledge of district administrative policies and procedures.
Knowledge and understanding of the characteristics of an effective and equitable program; awareness and understanding of improvement processes.
Knowledge of racial equity  and racial equity transformation.
Knowledge of multicultural, gender and disability fair curriculum concepts.
Excellent computer skills in a Microsoft Windows environment and the Internet, including Excel and demonstrated skills in human resource information system (HRIS) database management and recordkeeping; ability to learn new computer program applications quickly.
Salary:  View salary grid on Page 2, Section 1 of the Salaried Professional’s contract
Salary range: $67,766-$78,500
Job type: Full-time,  260/261 days per year
Bargaining unit: Salaried Professionals
Desired start date: 12/9/2024

Osseo Area Schools offers:

Meaningful and impactful work
Opportunities to grow professionally
A variety of benefits
Summer opportunities
and more
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Osseo Area School District ISD 279 is an Equal Opportunity, and veteran-friendly employer.

Osseo Area School District ISD 279 ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Osseo Area School District is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the district and strongly encourages persons to apply who can strengthen our diversity. For more information, view the District’s Equal Opportunity and Prohibition Against Discrimination, Harassment and Violence Policy.

Veteran’s Preference: If you are an eligible veteran, please submit a legible copy of your DD214 with your application.

Accommodation: If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during the selection process, please email Human Resources at [email protected] or call 763-391-7007.

Background Check Upon Conditional Offer:

Background checks are conducted upon receiving a conditional offer. Employees must complete a background check and are responsible for the background fee. A passing background is required.  Criminal convictions are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Equity Specialist – American Indian Education

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Position Type:
Equity-Nonlicensed/Equity Specialist

Date Posted:
11/19/2024

Location:
Educational Service Center

Closing Date:
Until Filled

Job Summary: Under the direction of Coordinator of Indian Education, the Indian Education Equity Specialist enhances student learning by helping students, parents, teachers, administrators, and other school staff to center racial equity and cultural relevancy into student engagement, parent engagement, community engagement, and staff development. Furthermore, to build and maintain supportive relationships that strengthen student and family connections to school and support the elimination of racial disparities, racial isolation, and to achieve equitable student achievement.

Responsibilities and tasks include:

The primary role of the Equity Specialist is to engage students and families in programming that centers racial equity and cultural relevancy. An additional role is to provide staff development that centers racial equity and cultural relevancy. Duties include collaborating with teachers and other school staff to establish learning partnerships through youth and parent programming; collaborating with school administrators, teachers, human services teams, and other school staff to identify and connect with students who are in need of additional support; liaising and collaborating with school administrator, human services team, and community resources to identify and provide appropriate services for families that transform their schooling experience for equitable results; helping students and families engage their cultural capital to experience schooling in a transformative way; providing outreach services to encourage the involvement of families in transforming the system to ensure equitable student achievement for all; supporting classroom teachers by preparing site Equity Teams to engage in educational transformation that results in equitable student achievement and culturally relevant learning environments; managing data and developing report information; and communicating and collaborating with stakeholders. Lead and learn for racial equity and cultural relevancy in system departments and committees in order to engage in system equity transformation.

The American Indian Education Equity Specialist will provide guidance, leadership and support to schools and departments in the form of professional development, coaching, and other duties as assigned. Assistance provided to schools and district staff will align with the core beliefs of the American Indian education department that include the following:  Supporting and strengthening increased educational outcomes for American Indian students by promoting culturally responsive instruction, curriculum development, and assessment; family and student engagement; and partnerships with departments, schools and the broader community.

American Indian Education empowers American Indian students and their families and enhances their potential through culture-based educational programming. The program reflects key values of families and staff:

Importance of our children;
Importance of education; and
Importance of American Indian culture and heritage.

We are seeking candidates who possess demonstrated leadership skills within a school/district environment; have experience working with American Indian students and families; and be able to demonstrate experience in designing, implementing, and collaborating when providing adult training opportunities and professional development using Indigenous pedagogy and MN state standards. Qualified candidates should advocate for student learning, convey innovative ideas to teachers and school teams, provide strong interpersonal communication skills, utilize problem solving skills effectively, and guide teams towards equitable, evidence based instructional and culturally responsive practices.

Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Initiate, design and implement culturally specific professional development to district leaders, administrators, and both licensed and unlicensed staff who work within the district within approximately 30 schools with focus in the area of American Indian education.
Build relationships with licensed staff in order to coach on: designing and implementing curriculum, pedagogy, and assessment (including progress monitoring and strategic interventions) which includes MN State Standards, specifically American Indian Standard requirements, into all student instruction, curriculum and assessment with intentional use of current student data that accelerates achievement and increases academic outcomes of American Indian students while promoting positive American Indian family engagement.
Synthesize through collaboration all previous ISD 279 curriculum efforts and work with Learning & Achievement Team members in content areas to link specific materials and district standards.
Research, recommend, and model how to implement academic, functional and social emotional evidence based practices to improve student outcomes within a school community.
Research, recommend, model, and disseminate current research and best practice in all areas for learners in Indian Education with intense focus on literacy.
Identify exemplary programs, supplemental components, learning materials and assessment methods for Indian Education.
Increase parent and community awareness of curriculum initiatives for Indian Education.
Assist the Coordinator, and other staff within the department, in conducting staff, student and parent information meetings regarding Indian Education initiatives and conducting needs assessments.
Attend events and act on behalf of the Director and department as needed.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Include:

Bachelor’s degree or 2 year college and 3-5 years related experience.
Preferred Qualifications:Degree in Social Services/Social Work & Counseling, Education, Social Justice, Youth Studies, American Indian Studies or other related field of study

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities include:

Good communication skills; must have ability to relate effectively with students and staff.
Working with a diverse population.
Effective communication skills, including word processing and e-mail.
Ability to generate enthusiasm and motivate students and adults.
Organization and ability to work on several projects simultaneously.
Creating collaboration among groups of internal and external groups – ability to form bridges between home and school environment – ability to access community resources.
Ability to be self-directed and to initiate work independently.
Ability to work with students, parents, and educators in academic, home and community settings.
Ability to travel within the district.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, sit, walk, and/or stand for extended periods of time, both indoors and outdoors.

Salary:  $52,680 – $62,183 annually.  View salary grid on Page 2, Section 1 of the Salaried Professional’s contract
Job Type/Schedule: Full-time (40/hrs/week), School year, 186 days
Bargaining Unit: Salaried Professionals

Osseo Area Schools offers:

Meaningful and impactful work
Opportunities to grow professionally
A variety of benefits
and more

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Osseo Area School District ISD 279 is an Equal Opportunity, and veteran-friendly employer.

Osseo Area School District ISD 279 ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Osseo Area School District is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the district and strongly encourages persons to apply who can strengthen our diversity. For more information, view the District’s Equal Opportunity and Prohibition Against Discrimination, Harassment and Violence Policy.

Veteran’s Preference: If you are an eligible veteran, please submit a legible copy of your DD214 with your application.

Accommodation: If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during the selection process, please email Human Resources at [email protected] or call 763-391-7007.

Background Check Upon Conditional Offer:

Background checks are conducted upon receiving a conditional offer. Employees must complete a background check and are responsible for the background fee. A passing background is required.  Criminal convictions are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Long Term Sub: Special Education Teacher – Center based

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Category: Special Education Teachers/DCD Centerbased
Date Posted:  11/18/2024
Location: Sheridan Hills Elementary
The Richfield Public School District is currently accepting applications for a Long Term Substitute: Special Education Teacher – Center based at Sheridan Hills Elementary School.

In Richfield Public Schools, we believe that all students are capable of achieving their dreams with the right educational foundation. Students in Richfield will receive a challenging, engaging and relevant academic experience which will prepare them for college, career and life. You can be part of helping students succeed by joining our district to take your educational career to the next level.

Data and Assessment Coordinator

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POSITION SUMMARY:
This position is responsible for providing leadership and professional development on the use of assessments and tests as required to support continuous improvement. The incumbent will work closely with the Director of Program Evaluation, Research and Assessment (PERA) to meet the department’s responsibility of overseeing all assessment and testing within the district. The incumbent will provide guidance and technical support on using assessments, lead the coordination of district and state-mandated assessments, manage assessment data and reporting, and provide professional development on using assessment data to improve curriculum and instructional practices, school- and district-level accountability for student achievement and success, and district intervention and support programs.

PRIMARY JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Provide consultation and support on educational assessments and testing.
  • Coordinate and manage all district and state assessments.
  • Develop and coordinate professional development associated with assessment administration and best practice strategies for interpreting and using results.
  • Analyze achievement and assessment data to support Teaching and Learning Services.
  • Prepare and disseminate school- and district-level reports associated with assessment data.
  • Present data to appropriate groups.
  • Support sites and departments in organization and analysis of data and provide training for continuous improvement data practices.
  • Assist in compliance of federal, state, and local policies and procedures regarding assessment and accountability.
  • Collaborate with the Director of PERA and Teaching and Learning staff on developing the district assessment calendar.
  • Collaborate with the Director of PERA to coordinate the District Data and Assessment Committee.
  • Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

ASSESSMENT MANAGEMENT & COORDINATION:

  • Provide leadership and technical support for educational assessment and testing, including consultation on the selection and use of assessments.
  • Maintain knowledge about all current assessment trends and strategies.
  • Serve as the District Assessment Coordinator, the primary point of contact for the MN Department of Education and school assessment teams to coordinate the administration of assessments.
  • Develop and lead training on administering student assessments and appropriate uses of assessment data.
  • Develop and coordinate procedures for test registration and rostering, collecting and transferring data, and analysis and reporting of assessment results.
  • Collaborate with and support district service and school staff to use data for continuous improvement.
  • Collaborate with curriculum and professional development specialists to educate staff in effective assessment practices.
  • Other duties as assigned.

DATA MANAGEMENT & ANALYSIS:

  • Maintain and analyze assessment data for reporting.
  • Prepare reports and data visualizations of assessment data.
  • Complete analysis of assessment data to support the work of Teaching and Learning Services.
  • Collaborate with technology staff, student Information staff, and external vendors to securely transfer data across data systems.

COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMUNITY RELATIONS:

  • Communicates clearly and respectfully with the MN Department of Education to ensure the district is in compliance with state testing mandates and statutes.
  • Communicates clearly and respectfully with school administrators and assessment teams to support the administration of assessments.
  • Communicates with students, parents, co-workers, supervisors, and the community in a positive and responsive way that is consistently welcoming and enhances effective work relationships.
  • Communicates clearly and respectfully with assessment and testing vendors to adhere to testing administration procedures and rules.
  • Communicates with data system vendors to ensure the secure transfer of data.
  • Demonstrates an appreciation of diversity in all interactions and job functions.
  • Demonstrates excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Communicate assessment results in a clear and understandable manner, including providing accurate interpretation of results.
  • Demonstrates strong and clear presentation skills.
  • Participates on local and state level committees and task forces as needed.

LTS 5th Grade Teacher

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Long Term Substitute for Full time (1.0 FTE) 5th Grade teaching position is available at Wyoming Elementary School.  Responsible for supervising, educating, and supporting students in 5th grade at Wyoming Elementary.

This position will cover from approximately 3/10/2025 to 4/24/2025.