2026-2027 Director of Human Resources

Montgomery County VA School District • Christiansburg, VA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Montgomery County Public Schools in Virginia is seeking a dynamic and visionary professional to provide leadership and delivery of high-quality human resource services through a commitment to fair and impartial practices in compliance with federal and state laws. The Director of Human Resources is responsible for overseeing regulatory compliance and policy administration, talent acquisition, onboarding, and retention, performance management and staff development, workforce planning and organizational effectiveness, human resources systems and operational management, and strategic alignment and stakeholder collaboration.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in education, human resource management, public administration, or a related field
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to problem solve and address multifaceted concerns by analyzing information, evaluating options, and identifying the best approach
• Proven ability to effectively communicate and present information to the School Board, staff, and community stakeholders
• Experience with human resources information systems, including software for hiring, employee management, and performance evaluation
• Ability to manage fiscal and human resources to carry out the functions of the department

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in educational leadership, public school administration, human resources management or related field
• SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification
• Minimum of five years combined experience in school administration and/or human resources management
• Experience with MUNIS/Tyler Technologies

Responsibilities

• Ensure full compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations
• Implement and interpret policies and procedures established by the School Board
• Oversee licensure requirements in accordance with Virginia Department of Education guidelines
• Lead timely and confidential investigations into personnel matters and address compliance concerns
• Manage the implementation and adherence to human resources components of collective bargaining agreements
• Lead division-wide efforts to recruit, select, and onboard high-quality personnel
• Advance the division’s diversity, equity, and inclusion goals through intentional outreach and inclusive practices
• Promote retention through employee support initiatives and data-informed strategies
• Collaborate with instructional and operational leaders to design, implement, and refine the employee evaluation system
• Support ongoing professional growth and accountability across all employee groups
• Monitor staffing levels in alignment with the division’s budget and student needs
• Develop workforce projections and staffing models to support long-term planning and school improvement efforts
• Oversee the effective use of the integrated payroll/personnel information system (e.g., MUNIS/Tyler Technologies)
• Manage the Human Resources departmental budget, ensuring responsible allocation of resources
• Partner with the Finance Department to support the development and administration of the division-wide annual budget
• Align human resources initiatives with the school division’s strategic plan and goals
• Foster cross-departmental collaboration to support a positive and productive work culture
• Serve as a liaison to the School Board and public, presenting personnel data, trends, and policy updates as needed

Benefits

• Anthem Medical Plans - Multiple options available for comprehensive medical and prescription coverage
• Ameritas Vision Plan - Coverage includes eye exams, lenses, frames, and contact lenses
• Delta Dental Plan - FREE Delta Dental coverage for employees, spouses, and families
• Carilion EAP - FREE Confidential Employee Assistance Program providing support for mental health, legal, financial concerns, and crisis support available to employees and their families
• Generous Employee Leave Benefits - MCPS offers leave benefits for PT and FT employees, including paid sick leave, personal leave, funeral leave, and annual leave.
• Employees can also join a sick leave bank for extended medical absences, and earn wellness leave.
• Virginia Retirement System (VRS) - Full-time employees are eligible for the VRS and enrolled in Group Life Insurance at no cost.
• MCPS contributes a certain percentage to your individual retirement account.
• Employee Sick Leave Bank - Employees earning sick leave may elect to join our Sick Leave Bank which allows employees to access days in the event of a catastrophic or long term illness when the employee has exhausted all other leave available.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director