Director of Human Resources

Region:

4

School District/Employer:

District Category/Employer:

Central Office,

Position:

Director,

Assignment Level:

Level

• Alternative School
• Early Childhood
• Elementary
• High School
• Middle School

Area

• Human Resources

Job Title:

Director of Human Resources

School:

Stafford Municipal School District

Campus Description:

Located in the City of Stafford, just southwest of Houston, the Stafford Municipal School District (SMSD) is a unique and innovative public school system serving a diverse and dynamic community. As the only municipal school district in the state of Texas supported primarily by local sales tax revenue, SMSD benefits from a distinctive funding model that supports a strong financial position while prioritizing student-centered investments.

Serving approximately 3,500 students across five campuses, SMSD is committed to delivering a high-quality educational experience that prepares all learners for success in college, career, and life. The district emphasizes academic excellence, innovation, and whole-child development, offering a range of programs designed to meet the needs of every student, including advanced academics, career and technical education, fine arts, and athletics.

SMSD is known for its small-district feel, strong community partnerships, and a culture of continuous improvement. Educators and staff work collaboratively to create safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environments where students are empowered to reach their full potential.

Date Posted:

4/27/2026

Deadline:

2026-05-08

Openings:

1

Commitment:

Full Time

Description/Notes:

Description:
Responsible for leading and overseeing the district's human resources function to ensure the effective management of all HR operations and services. Provides strategic leadership in the planning, development, and implementation of human resources programs, including professional and auxiliary staffing, wage and salary administration, leave administration, performance appraisal, employee relations, and benefits administration. Ensures the implementation of legally sound and effective human resources programs, policies, and practices that support district goals and employee success.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Human Resources Department Management

Assist in implementing plan for addressing HR training needs throughout the school district and develop and plan training programs to meet the established needs. Oversee and implement both on-going and special interest training programs.

Direct the day-to-day operations of the human resources department, including planning, development, coordination, and evaluation of operations and implementing department goals and objectives.

Oversee and coordinate employee performance appraisal system and ensure that supervisors have proper training. Assist supervisors and principals with employee counseling, improvement plans, and due-process procedures, where needed.

Assist with selection, training, supervision, and evaluation of HR staff and make sound recommendations relative to assignment, retention, discipline, and dismissal.

Ensure district compliance with federal and state laws and regulations.

Employment

Support efforts to work with principals and other administrators to forecast staffing needs and develop staffing plans. Develop and implement recruitment and retention strategies and a screening and selection process for all employees.

Ensure that all teachers are highly qualified and have the appropriate credentials for assignments.

Maintain a system for new employees to acquire appropriate information, support, and training necessary for success on the job.

Compensation and Benefits

Oversee and manage the district's compensation program including job descriptions, salary surveys, and position reclassifications.

Implement, administer, and monitor procedures for salary administration and placement of new hires.

Provide oversight of the district's leave, health insurance, optional employee benefits, workers' compensation, and unemployment compensation benefit programs including overseeing relationship with insurance vendors and third party administrators.

Employee Relations

Take a proactive role in identifying and responding to employee issues; work in collaboration with district leadership to ensure preemptive and effective employee communications.

Support administration of the employee grievance procedure adopted by the board. Assist CHRO with investigation, analysis, and decision-making process regarding personnel problems and/or other related policy issues.

Interpret policies and procedures and ensure support of directors, officers, employees and other government agencies on employment, record keeping, retirement, grievance and other personnel matters and procedures.

Conduct annual research regarding employee satisfaction, morale, and communications. Monitor employee retention and turnover through analysis of data and exit interviews. Coordinate effective districtwide employee recognition programs.

Update employee handbook and personnel directory annually and distribute to employees. Ensure procedures are followed to inform employees of personnel policies, procedures, and programs that affect them.

Records

Support personnel records management and help ensure compliance with the state records management program.

Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents as required.

Other

Prepare and deliver written and oral presentations on HR and management issues to employees.

Stay abreast of current research and best practices in human resources management and development in educational and non-education-related settings, and adjust plans, policies and procedures accordingly.

Ensure compliance with local, state and federal employment laws. Stay abreast of state and federal public policy changes that could impact the district.

Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

May supervise, evaluate, and recommend hiring and firing human resources department employees.

Working Conditions:
Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals

Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Repetitive hand motions including frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching

Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)

Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; frequent districtwide travel; occasional statewide travel and out-of-state travel

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions, maintain emotional control under stress

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor's degree in human resources or equivalent

PHR or SHRM (recommended)

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of selection, training, and supervision of personnel

Knowledge of wage and salary, benefits, and performance appraisal administration

Knowledge of general and education employment law and hearing procedures

Ability to implement policy and procedures

Ability to use software to develop spreadsheets, perform data analysis, and do word processing

Ability to manage budget and personnel

Excellent public relations, organizational, communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to speak effectively before groups of employees, the school board, or other organizations

Experience:

5 years of progressively responsible experience in human resources management or public-school administration.

Salary Range:

86,906 104,706 145,506
min mid max

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