Human Resources Manager - 1.0 FTE

Human Resources Manager - 1.0 FTE Wellesley Public Schools Human Resources - Wellesley, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps Job Details Job ID: 5796387 Application Deadline: Jul 08, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time) Posted: Jun 22, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: To Be Determined Job Description Job Goal: Under the supervision of the Director of Human Resources, the Human Resources Manager will assist in the management of all HR department operations. The Human Resources Manager will assume primary responsibility for executing a host of ongoing transactional functions. Performance Responsibilities: Reviews and approves requisitions to post vacant positions and oversees the district’s recruitment and applicant tracking system Oversees onboarding processes for all new employees Processes employee exits resulting from resignation, release and/or retirement Generates documentation of personnel actions, including but not limited to appointment letters, change of status notices, and resignation or retirement letters Reviews the district’s electronic Personnel Action Form (PAF) system to ensure transactions are appropriately documented and processed Coordinates the recruitment, hiring, and assignment of substitute educators and nurses Manages leave processes by meeting with employees, requesting and reviewing required documentation, generating approval or denial notices, and maintaining effective communication with staff, the district payroll team, and the town HR team Reviews and approves requests for tuition reimbursement Assumes primary responsibility for producing annual mass communications (e.g., letters of reasonable assurance, contract renewal notices, letters of non-renewal, etc.) With the Human Resources Coordinator, serves as the department’s first point of contact for inquiries made by email, phone or in-person office visits Responds to records requests from employees and/or labor associations Maintains compliance with policies and directives issued by the Wellesley Public Schools, the Massachusetts Department of Elementary & Secondary Education, and federal and state agencies In the absence of the HR Coordinator, serves as a backup for several key functions, including running CORI/SAFIS criminal background checks, responding to inquiries from town HR staff about unemployment claims, and providing technical assistant with the district’s absence management system (Frontline) and evaluation platform (Perform) Seeks ways to leverage technology, store and retrieve data in an effective and efficient manner, and promote the continuous improvement of the HR department Represent the school district on the Town Wellness committee Executes other duties, as assigned by the Director of Human Resources Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree is preferred. Several (ideally 3+) years of experience executing Human Resources functions. Certification from SHRM or HRCI is desirable. Strong knowledge of state and federal employment laws and regulations. Exceptionally strong interpersonal skills. Ability to communicate with clarity, patience and tact to a range of stakeholders from diverse backgrounds. Positive energy, enthusiasm and a desire to collaborate with colleagues across departments. Ability to be a self-starter and self-directed problem solver. Facility with common technology applications, such as MS Office and Google Suite products. Experience working with Frontline (or other online absence management system), TalentEd (or other online recruitment & applicant tracking system), and/or MUNIS is desirable. A desire and willingness to learn new technologies and to explore ways for those technologies to improve department operations. Evaluated by: Director of Human Resources Work Year: This role is a 12-month, year-round position. Salary/Benefits: This position is a non-union, FLSA exempt position. Benefits include health insurance and all other benefits offered to full-time employees of the Town of Wellesley. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, and/or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands or arms, climb or balance and stoop. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is required to have the cognitive ability and focus to manage multiple detailed tasks at once with frequent interruptions. Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed in an educational environment. Majority of the work is performed in a moderately noisy environment with frequent interruptions. Non-Discrimination Statement: Applicants for employment are considered without regard to age, physical, mental or psychiatric disability, genetics, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, or military status. Position Type: Full-Time Salary: $69,240 to $94,956 Per Year Job Categories: Administration > Human Resources Job Requirements At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred. Bachelor degree preferred. Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information David Turcotte , Human Resources Dirctor Human Resources Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education