IDEA Public Schools · 9 hours ago
Director of Human Resources - (Immediate Opening)
Austin, Texas Metropolitan Area
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$90K/yr - $105K/yr
5+ years expIDEA Public Schools is a leading educational organization seeking a Director of Human Resources to lead HR functions and ensure compliance within the region. The role involves developing HR policies, conducting audits, and providing guidance on employee relations while promoting a culture of exceptional service and support.
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Responsibilities
Participate as a senior leader of the HR Team to affect change and process improvements across the organization
Facilitates the development of systems, policies and procedures to streamline operational functions, enhances the effectiveness of performance mangers by assisting in the design of programs which are consistent with HR goals and objectives
Conducts audits to ensure human resources practices are implemented as directed by IDEA procedures, policy and/or state/federal regulation
Provide appropriate support, direction, guidance, counseling, advice, and/or recommendations to effectively address Human Resources matters
Leads employee annual renewals for their respective region and provides support to regional and campus leadership through the employee renewal process
Advise the Managing Director of Human Resourced and the VP of Human Resources on matters of employment law, policy, and regulation; drafts position papers as needed
Campus visits when approved by Managing Director of Human Resources or VP of Human Resources
Direct and manage day-to-day operations of Human Resources area
Conducts investigations on employee related matters and collects information, interviews individuals, analyzes evidence and facts and makes recommendations for corrective/disciplinary action that adheres to policies and associated employment laws
Supports and ensures leadership conducts thorough investigations when warranted and develops clearly written investigative summaries, as well as appropriate correspondence relating to dispositions, grievances and general employee concerns
Conduct research regarding employee satisfaction, morale and communications. Monitor employee retention and turnover through analysis of data and exit interviews
Provide staff and administrators with both oral and written instruction in the form of interpretation of district policy, state and federal regulations and requirements
Prepares a wide variety of written materials (e.g.reports, memos, letters, policies, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities , providing written reference and/or conveying information
Represent the district in unemployment hearings as appropriate
Take a proactive role in identifying and responding to employee issues; work in collaboration with district leadership to ensure preemptive and effective employee communications
Ensure a complete, timely, and equitable investigation of all complaints against any assigned staff
Stay abreast of current research and best practices in human resources management and development in educational and non-education-related settings, and adjust plans, policies and procedures accordingly
Assist in implementing plan for addressing HR training needs org wide and develop and plan training programs to meet the established needs
Participate in professional development that increases effectiveness and improves District performance
Maintain strict confidentiality; exercise sound judgment in handling or working with confidential data and situations
Support personnel records management and help ensure compliance with the state records management program
Comply with policies established by federal and state law, including but not limited to State Board of Education and local Board policy
Perform other job-related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
5 years of related experience, including two years in a supervisory capacity
Thorough knowledge of federal, state and local laws, and board policies
Strong Knowledge of federal, state, and local rules and regulations related to human resources, equal employment, and equal opportunity in the public sector
Extensive knowledge of governmental operations, activities and services, particularly employee relations
Knowledge of the principles of management and organization, personnel administration, public fiscal operations, and labor relations techniques
Comprehensive working knowledge of employee relations, investigations, employment guidelines, and regulatory compliance
Exceptional interpersonal skills, including excellent verbal and written communication abilities, with the ability to demonstrate active listening and possessing strong facilitation and conflict resolution skills
Skilled in writing clearly and concisely including presenting technical analyses and agreements with precision
Advanced proficiency in office technology
Ability to handle difficult employment issues in a highly professional and expeditious manner
Ability to exercise sound judgments and make independent analyses and recommendations on difficult and sensitive employee relations matters
Must be able to sit for extended periods of time without being able to leave the work area
Must be able to climb ladders or scaffolding, or climb and work in overhead areas
Must be able to work in a confined space or to crawl or move about on hands and knees
Physical ability to work around small children including sitting, standing, running and climbing stairs
Must be able to lift and carry small children up to 40 pounds in case of emergency
Must be able to work in indoor and outdoor environments, including in times of excessive heat or cold
Preferred
Master's degree from an accredited college or university
SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, AASPA pHCLE, or AASPA-eHCLE certification
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision plans
Disability
Life insurance
Parenting benefits
Flexible spending account options
Generous vacation time
Referral bonuses
Professional development
403(b) plan
Relocation stipend
Company
IDEA Public Schools
IDEA Public Schools believes that each child can go to college.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$3.9MKey Investors
U.S. Department of Education
2017-11-01Grant· $3.9M
Leadership Team
Alejandra Loya
Chief of Staff to CEO & Superintendent
Tarah Burris
Sr. Vice President Partnerships, Persistence, and Completion at IDEA Public Schools
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