Director of Human Resources

Position Type:
Administration/Director

Date Posted:
4/1/2026

Location:
District Office

Date Available:
07/01/2026

Closing Date:
until filled
Job Description

Title: Director of Human Resources Location: District Office

Employment Type: Full Time Workdays: 260 days / 12 Months

FLSA: Exempt Reports to: Superintendent

Salary/Benefits

Salary as approved by the Board of Education after consideration of the recommendation of the Superintendent.

Reports Directly to the HR Director

• Human Resources Specialists/District Project Coordinator
• Central Office Secretary
• Benefits Specialist

Job Description:

Under the direction of the Superintendent, the Director of Human Resources provides executive leadership and oversight for all human capital functions of the District. This position is responsible for the development, implementation, management, and evaluation of all personnel systems, including recruitment, staffing, employee relations, labor negotiations, compliance, and workforce development. The Director ensures alignment of all HR operations with District goals, legal requirements, and educational priorities.

Executive Leadership & Governance

• Serve as the Superintendent's designee on all human capital, labor relations, and personnel matters.
• Advise the Superintendent and Board of Education on staffing, negotiations, and compliance with state and federal laws.
• Participate as a member of the Senior Leadership Team to align human capital strategies with district goals.
• Foster collaborative relationships with district leadership, unions, and community stakeholders.
• Prepare and present personnel reports, recommendations, and updates to the Board of Education.
• Develop communications and media releases as directed by the Superintendent.

Human Resources Management & Operations

• Lead and manage all District Human Resources functions, including recruitment, hiring, onboarding, retention, and employee separations
• Develop and implement strategic staffing plans aligned with District enrollment, programming, and operational priorities
• Ensure compliance with certification, licensure, background checks, and all applicable state and federal employment laws
• Administer employee leave programs, including FMLA, disability, and workers' compensation
• Oversee employee relations, labor agreements, and conflict resolution processes in collaboration with employee associations
• Coordinate recruitment strategies, including job fairs, substitute staffing systems, and partnerships with universities and external organizations
• Maintain accurate personnel records, contracts, insurance documentation, and HR information systems
• Supervise HR operational compliance processes, including fingerprinting, drug screening, onboarding, and substitute orientation
• Conduct exit interviews, analyze workforce trends, and support employee engagement and retention initiatives
• Maintain collaborative HR coordination across departments and provide support to district and building-level leadership
• Oversee compliance monitoring and coordination with local, state, and federal agencies related to personnel and employment practices
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent

Experience Requirements

• Illinois Professional Educator License with General Administrative Endorsement (Type 75) in Educational Leadership or Principal Endorsement required
• Master's Degree from an accredited college or university required
• Doctoral degree or doctoral candidacy highly desirable
• Minimum of five (5) years of successful executive-level experience in public school administration or school district leadership
• Demonstrated leadership experience as a building administrator with responsibility for personnel management, staff supervision, and operational oversight
• Strong knowledge of Illinois School Code, personnel law, labor relations, and public-sector employment compliance requirements
• Experience in human resources administration, employee relations, or district-level personnel systems strongly preferred
• Superior oral and written communication skills, including experience presenting to Boards of Education and leading executive stakeholder engagement
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply Board policy, collective bargaining agreements, and state and federal regulations
• Proven ability to lead complex organizational systems, manage cross-functional operations, and support executive-level decision-making

Minimum Qualifications

• Illinois Professional Educator License with General Administrative Endorsement (Type 75) in Educational Leadership or Principal Endorsement required
• Master's Degree from an accredited college or university required
• Minimum of five (5) years of successful experience in public school administration or school district-level leadership
• Demonstrated experience as a building administrator with responsibility for personnel management, staff supervision, and operational leadership
• Strong knowledge of Illinois School Code, personnel law, labor relations, and employment compliance requirements
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply Board policies, collective bargaining agreements, and state and federal regulations
• Superior oral and written communication skills, including the ability to present effectively to the Board of Education and executive leadership teams
• Proven ability to lead complex organizational systems and support district-level decision-making

Professional Experience and Skills

• Executive-level leadership experience in public school or district administration with responsibility for personnel, operations, and organizational systems
• Proven ability to supervise, evaluate, and develop administrators, certified, and classified staff
• Experience in human resources administration, employee relations, labor management, and collective bargaining processes
• Demonstrated ability to develop staffing models, recruitment strategies, and workforce plans aligned with organizational priorities
• Strong knowledge of Illinois School Code, personnel law, labor relations, and compliance requirements
• Ability to analyze data and provide strategic recommendations to executive leadership and the Board of Education
• Strong communication skills, including Board presentations and stakeholder engagement
• Ability to build collaborative relationships with internal departments, unions, and external partners
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and change management skills in complex environments
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment in personnel matters

Success Indicators (First Three to Five Years)

• A fully compliant, efficient HR system that consistently meets all state and federal requirements and audit standards
• Improved recruitment and retention systems resulting in increased staffing stability across certified and classified positions
• Transparent and equitable staffing allocation model aligned to enrollment, student needs, and district priorities
• Strengthened employee relations climate with reduced grievances and effective labor-management collaboration
• Accurate, integrated HR data systems supporting timely reporting, compliance, and executive decision-making
• Expanded talent pipelines and improved onboarding processes leading to higher employee satisfaction and reduced turnover