PAVE Academy Charter School · 2 weeks ago
Director of Human Resources and Talent Acquisition
Brooklyn, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
2+ years expPAVE Academy Charter School is a K-8 college-preparatory charter school dedicated to equipping students with essential skills for success. The Director of Human Resources and Talent Acquisition will oversee HR functions and recruitment efforts, ensuring alignment with the school's mission and values while managing various HR processes and systems.
Responsibilities
Manage and execute PAVE’s semi‑monthly payroll process; oversee time & attendance and ensure time‑off records feed correctly into payroll
Design, implement, and maintain core HR processes and end‑to‑end operations, including onboarding/offboarding logistics, background checks, workers’ compensation intake, HRIS maintenance, personnel records (I‑9s, contracts, tax and required health/leave documentation, certification records), and record retention; ensure data integrity for reporting and compliance
Serve as the primary point of contact for staff benefits and retirement plans; manage enrollment, open enrollment, administration, and related HR inbox inquiries
Manage vendor relationships for HR services (HRIS/payroll provider, benefits brokers, background‑check vendors)
Support teacher certification and compliance: track certification status, collect required documentation, assist teachers with renewals, and coordinate with state certification bodies
Partner with leadership on employee relations and accommodations: investigate complaints, mediate conflicts, coordinate accommodations, and recommend resolutions
Produce HR reports and analytics from HRIS to support leadership decision‑making and compliance
Lead the annual employee contract and compensation renewal process
Own HR policies and the Employee Handbook; review and update annually
Ensure compliance with federal and New York employment and insurance laws (e.g., FLSA, FMLA, NYSPFL, PPACA, NYC Sick Leave, ERISA)
Partner with school leadership to assess staffing needs, set hiring priorities, and define success metrics (e.g., time‑to‑fill, diversity of hires)
Create and execute an annual talent‑acquisition plan to meet staffing needs
Maintain clear, current job descriptions and ensure accurate posting across channels
Coordinate recruitment marketing to attract a diverse candidate pool; manage LinkedIn corporate page
Manage candidate communications and the full offer cycle: intent‑to‑return, offer letters, and new‑hire contracts
Maintain ongoing coordination with hiring managers throughout the recruitment process and provide regular status updates
Qualification
Required
Strong commitment to PAVE's mission and vision
Minimum 2 years of HR experience with demonstrated experience in payroll, benefits, HRIS, compliance, or talent acquisition
Required: advanced spreadsheet skills, HRIS experience, and ability to analyze HR data
Strong interpersonal skills; collaborative, solution‑focused, and an effective problem solver
Ability to design efficient processes and drive cross‑functional communication
Strong judgment and decision‑making, with the ability to manage competing priorities under tight deadlines
Knowledge of federal and New York employment and benefits regulations
Bachelor's degree required; equivalent combinations of education and experience considered
Preferred
SHRM-CP, PHR, or equivalent certification preferred
Charter school and/or nonprofit HR experience preferred
Company
PAVE Academy Charter School
PAVE provides a K-8 experience that lays the foundation for a productive and choice-filled life.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Spencer Robertson
Founder and Chief Executive Officer
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