Director - Human Resources, Employment (Effective 2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR)
About The Position
Join TUSD as a Strategic HR Leader! Tucson Unified School District (TUSD) is seeking an exceptional, high-energy leader to take the reins of our core Human Resources Operations. Reporting directly to the Chief Human Capital Officer, you will manage a vital team overseeing the entire employee lifecycle—from attraction and onboarding to compensation, records, and substitute services. We're looking for: An adaptable, creative problem-solver and strong communicator. Proven experience in organizational planning and successfully implementing HR policies. A leader with a genuine passion for fostering a positive, supportive work environment. This role is paramount to our mission. You will be the architect behind systems that attract, develop, and retain the outstanding talent needed to serve TUSD's students and families. If you are ready for a challenging and deeply rewarding role that helps power a mission-critical organization, we want to hear from you! Mission Statement The mission of the Tucson Unified School District, in partnership with parents and the greater community, is to assure each pre-K through 12th-grade student receives an engaging, rigorous, and comprehensive education. The District is committed to inclusion and non-discrimination in all District activities. At all times, District staff should work to ensure that staff, parents, students, and members of the public are included and welcome to participate in District activities. SUMMARY Reporting to the Chief Human Capital Officer, this leader will manage a team responsible for hiring, onboarding, compensation, employee records, substitute services, and HR operations. The ideal candidate is a creative, adaptable leader with strong communication skills, experience in organizational planning and policy implementation, and a passion for fostering a positive work environment. This role is critical to attracting, developing, and retaining a high-quality workforce dedicated to serving TUSD's students and families.
Requirements
- Master's degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or a related field and five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in Human Resources, including at least three (3) years in a supervisory or management role.
- or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or a related field and seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in Human Resources, including at least three (3) years in a supervisory or management role.
- Verbal and written communication skills in English and a demonstrated ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions
- Experience in working with diverse constituencies/populations.
- FBI fingerprint background check.
- Proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles), or proof of MMR immunization.
- MVReport – showing no more than the allowable points against Driver’s License as described under Governing Board Policy: EEB-R-1 Business and Personnel Transportation Services - Transportation by Employees.
Nice To Haves
- SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR or similar Human Resources certification.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish).
- Three years of experience in a public school district or similar public organization (e.g., government).
- Two years of experience using one or more of the district's specific HRIS products (specifically, Infinite Visions, SpringSchool/TalentEd, Red Rover, Frontline).
Responsibilities
- Manage a team responsible for hiring, onboarding, compensation, employee records, substitute services, and HR operations.
- Attract, develop, and retain a high-quality workforce dedicated to serving TUSD's students and families.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
