Chief HR Compliance Officer

Topeka Public Schools USD 501•Topeka, KS

16d

About The Position

The Chief Compliance Officer assists the Superintendent in effective and efficient management of the district’s human resource services and completes internal financial and human resource audits. Oversees

Requirements

Master’s degree in human resources, business, finance, education, or a related field
5years of relevant experience in human resources and finance
Experience in accounting or related field with finance experience, finance compliance, creation of policies,
Experience in ethics and compliance with large organizations, preferably in education, finance and human resources
Strong analytical thinking skills, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently and with groups
Monitor the human resources department budget, including auditing systems and financial expenditures for staffing
Extensive knowledge of human resource compliance and reporting requirements.
Experience in a compliance-related role, including experience in the accounting, financial and Human Resources services industry-leading teams
Understanding of federal, state, and local finance and Human Resources laws and regulations and the ability to interpret and apply them to the school organization

Nice To Haves

Doctorate
SHRM Certified
Experience with human resource benefits administration and payroll integration for open enrollment.
Familiarity with KPERS (Kansas Public Employees Retirement System) reporting requirements.
Experience with HRIS reporting systems such as MUNIS

Responsibilities

Oversees the Administrators in the Human Resource department
Collaborates with staff in the Finance Department
Collaborate closely with the associate superintendent for teaching and learning, assistant superintendent and lead staff for school-based staffing, ensuring effective classroom ratios and fiscal controls
Leads human resources compliance systems; assesses and reports to the associate superintendent on program/process effectiveness for comparability reports, Highly Qualified staffing, and on systems impacting teaching and learning
Collaborate with the district negotiator for compliance with district policies and staffing requirements
Provides guidance and oversight of international staff recruitment and retention systems
Collaborate with the immigration attorney and the district attorney on hiring processes and legal compliance
Implements industry best practices in human resources for effective reporting, recruitment and retention of staff.
Implement onboarding, exit, and retention surveys.
Develops and leads strategic compliance plans, including incident prevention efforts, and makes recommendations to leadership.
Performs quality oversight of departmental work products/output; plans, documents, and communicate department work, noting accountable direct reports and deadlines
Collaborates with management to set the Human Resources strategic vision and culture for the organization.
Train staff in providing a work environment and culture that is student-focused and results-oriented.
Participates with the Superintendent and other executive staff in strategic planning, policy development, and problem resolution of complex issues and needs.
Implement strategic initiatives, including creating a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Manage the Workforce Analysis and oversee compliance, including Affirmative Action for Protected Veterans, Title IX, Equal Employment Opportunity, and other applicable regulations.
Oversee EEO and Title IX matters as a result of claims of harassment, discrimination, assault, and any other objections filed by students, faculty, staff, and supervisors.
Ensure Human Resource investigatory processes, notification, reporting, and documentation comply with state, district, and federal regulations and statutes.
Serve as a resource for staff on protected class discrimination, harassment, and Title IX issues.
Supports internal and external audits by providing the required payroll and benefits documentation.
Completes internal audits
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and payroll/HRIS systems.
Perform other related duties as assigned.