Deputy Superintendent, Human Resources and Operations
About The Position
The Deputy Superintendent for Human Resources and Operations provides executive leadership for the district’s human resources, labor relations, legal and regulatory compliance, facilities, capital planning, operations, and transportation functions. The position advises the Superintendent and district leaders on complex personnel, operational, contractual, and legal matters and serves as the district’s lead administrator in the Superintendent’s absence. The Deputy Superintendent leads collective bargaining with the district’s two largest employee groups, serves as the primary administrative contact for legal matters, and oversees designated civil rights and accessibility compliance responsibilities.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in education, educational leadership, human resources, management, business administration, or a related field.
- Graduate-level coursework or demonstrated professional expertise in school law, labor relations, human resources, or business management.
- Valid Michigan teaching certificate and compliance with applicable Michigan Department of Education school administrator continuing education requirements.
- Minimum of five years of successful central-office administrative leadership experience in an educational setting, including personnel management, labor relations, collective bargaining, contract administration, and employee benefits.
- Experience advising executive leaders, managing complex and confidential matters, and hiring, supervising, and evaluating professional, administrative, or operational employees.
Responsibilities
- Provides executive leadership and counsel to the Superintendent and serves as the district’s lead administrator in the Superintendent’s absence.
- Oversees human resources, labor relations, collective bargaining, employee relations, and complex personnel matters.
- Provides leadership and oversight for legal and regulatory compliance, including designated civil rights and accessibility responsibilities.
- Provides executive oversight of facilities, capital planning, operations, safety and security, and transportation services.
- Oversees assigned budgets, contracts, operational initiatives, and collaborative relationships with local districts, agencies, labor representatives, and community partners.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield - MESSA
- Dental and Vision Coverage (no cost to employee and qualifying family members)
- Life, short-term and long-term disability benefits
- Supplemental benefit options, additional life insurance and pet insurance
- Two retirement plan options through the Michigan Public School Employees Retirement System (MPSERS)
- Professional Development opportunities
- Longevity pay after 5 years of service
- Mentorship
- Tuition reimbursement
- Leadership opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Wellness opportunities
- Paid community service time
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
