Executive Director of Human Resources

Mount Vernon City School District•Mount Vernon, NY

About The Position

Under the general direction of the Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources, the Executive Director of Human Resources serves in an executive capacity to organize and support transformational improvements that prioritize teaching and learning efficacy and labor relations. The work includes related reports, hearings, and State-mandated reports, and involves highly sensitive matters requiring tact, discretion, and responsiveness to the city school district’s philosophy and public mission. The position works with administrators, faculty, parents, students, hearing officials, elected and appointed officials, and other representatives. The incumbent is expected to advocate for equity and inclusion and provide leadership and collaboration across the district to support the education of a diverse student body and a safe, welcoming environment for students, families, and staff. Appointees serve at the pleasure of the Superintendent of Schools, subject to Board of Education approval.

Requirements

NYS School District Administrator (SDA) or School District Leader (SDL) certification.
A minimum of five years of teaching or related service provider experience.
Prior school or school district administrator experience.
Proven interpersonal skills and considerable written and oral communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to build positive relationships and influence decision-making.
Proven problem-solving skills.
Validated organizational skills.
Ability to deal effectively with others in group or individual settings.
Ability to maintain files and records electronically or manually as prescribed by the district.
Attention to detail, accuracy, tact, and initiative.
Physical condition commensurate with the duties of the position.
Knowledge of, or ability to gain substantive knowledge of, educational laws, regulations, protocols, and processes.
Ability to accurately and promptly implement laws and regulations related to human resources services.
Ability to use computer applications or automated systems such as spreadsheets, word processing, calendars, email, and database software.
Strong writing, listening, anticipation, and speaking skills.
Commitment to equity, inclusion, educational excellence, and the needs of children.
Collaborative and professional approach, including effective implementation of research-based initiatives.
Record of personal growth, responsiveness to challenges, and willingness to change practices when evidence shows they are not working.
Excellent attendance record.

Responsibilities

Support implementation of recruitment practices to attract and retain highly qualified staff.
Represent the district at employee recruitment fairs and demonstrate a commitment to diversity hiring for teaching and administrative positions.
Post and advertise staffing vacancies and arrange applicant screening and interviews in collaboration with principals and other supervisors.
Interview and select faculty and staff as needed, and ensure recommended candidates’ credentials comply with contracts and the law.
Monitor and review online resolutions for teaching and staff candidates.
Review and verify employment applications and official college and university transcripts for new faculty and staff, including verifying and recording references.
Collaborate with the Assistant Superintendent and department staff to implement a modern employee records management system with current attendance, certification, salary, seniority, and coursework information.
Keep employees informed about personnel-related matters and ensure school staff rosters are updated and accurately recorded.
Develop procedures for recruiting, screening, and placing student teachers and teacher interns, and serve as the district liaison to college and university teacher training programs.
Develop and implement orientation programs for new district staff.
Help coordinate development of collective bargaining proposals.
Interpret bargaining agreement language and collaborate with the Assistant Superintendent to resolve contract implementation problems.
Serve as the district liaison to the Employee Assistance Program and handle administrative referrals to EAP in the Assistant Superintendent’s absence.
Collaborate with the Assistant Superintendent to ensure compliance with EEO regulations and other state and federal employee-rights laws.
Guide supervisors on employee sexual harassment compliance.
Supervise the Human Resources Office clerical staff.
Research and respond to ADA requests.
Oversee the district’s FMLA activities.
Attend local Board meetings as needed and represent the district at court and agency hearings when necessary.
Perform other related duties as assigned.