Director of Human Resources - Employee Relations - Educational Services Center

Cherry Creek Schools•Denver, CO

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Provide strategic leadership and oversight for the district's comprehensive human resources (HR) function. Develop, implement, and administer HR policies, programs, and practices that support the district's mission of educational excellence while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Assignments include Benefits and Organizational Wellness, Employee Relations, Human Resources Operations, and Talent Management.

Requirements

Criminal background check and fingerprinting required
Bachelor's degree in human resources management, educational leadership, business administration, or related field
Five (5) years of professional human resources work experience
Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds
Colorado driver’s license
Diversity and equity training provided by the District after start of employment
Racially conscious and culturally competent with the skill, will, capacity, and knowledge to commit to a culture of continuous improvement
Intermediate knowledge of typical office equipment such as telephones, copiers, fax machines, email, etc.
Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office
Intermediate knowledge of employee relations, collective bargaining, and union negotiations
Intermediate knowledge of Board of Education (BOE), district, state and federal policies and regulations, including EEOC, Fair Labor Standards, ADA, workers’ compensation, and unemployment
Intermediate organizational skills
Intermediate problem-solving skills
Intermediate presentation skills in a variety of settings
Advanced verbal and written communication and interpersonal relations skills
Ability to effectively motivate and supervise people
Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and meet deadlines
Ability to adapt to shifting priorities, demands, and timelines
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with others
Ability to establish and effective relationships with diverse stakeholder groups
Ability to make effective oral presentations and prepare concise written reports to a variety of audiences
Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment, and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator
Ability to promote and follow the Board of Education policies, District policies, and building and department procedures, protocols, and guidelines

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in human resources management, educational leadership, business administration, or related field
Experience working in the public sector
Society for Human Resource Management Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) certification/Society for Human Resource Management Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) certification and Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification/Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification

Responsibilities

Develop and implement comprehensive HR strategies and programs that align with district goals while providing strategic HR guidance to the leadership team.
Develop, implement, and evaluate policies and procedures that promote a positive, equitable work environment and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Maintain comprehensive personnel records and HR information systems while ensuring data privacy and security.
Analyze workforce data and HR metrics to inform decision-making, identify trends, and guide strategic planning.
Lead, mentor, and evaluate HR department staff while establishing clear performance expectations.
Direct all aspects of talent acquisition, retention, and succession planning to meet district staffing needs.
Oversee performance management systems and professional development opportunities to enhance employee effectiveness.
Administer employee compensation and benefit programs, ensuring competitiveness, cost-effectiveness, and compliance.
Design and administer wellness initiatives that support employee health, work-life balance, and organizational productivity.
Manage the district's labor relations program, including collective bargaining processes, contract administration, and dispute resolution.
Oversee employee relations programs to foster engagement, boost morale, and address workplace concerns.
Develop and manage the HR department budget and resources to support district objectives.
Perform other duties as assigned or requested.