Project Manager - Human Resources

Job Title Project Manager - Human Resources Job Title Code 00650 Salary Grade S634 starts at $61,043 Department Human Resources Reports to Chief Human Resources Officer FLSA Status Exempt Position Summary Implement, manage, coordinate, and ensure successful and timely completion of KCPS projects in coordination with multiple departments. Assesses project risk on a regular basis, taking appropriate action to ensure project objectives are timely and successfully met. Responsibilities Provide project management skills for the HR Department and any other projects across the district, including project planning, leading cross‑functional teams in implementation, etc. Create and distribute draft agendas, provide advance materials, and execute follow‑up for meetings and events. Document project‑related activities and findings, quantify results, and communicate project results and conclusions to stakeholders, collaborators, and district leaders. Conduct rigorous data analysis and external research to support leadership decision‑making regarding projects and priorities. Work with executive staff, cabinet members and others to ensure project priorities are in alignment with the district's core goals. Manage data collection and dissemination for special projects and make sure data is updated, timely, and relevant. Perform project management duties, including planning, prioritizing, and coordinating. Determine and deploy resources required to successfully complete projects on schedule and within budget. Maintain and provide regular comprehensive status reports and project schedules. Build relationships and liaise with various central office departments, school leaders, teachers, and community partners as appropriate. Lead and/or attend various meetings to communicate information, advise, recommend and make presentations created to present technical proposals/plans/documentation. Other duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities No Minimum Qualifications 60 college hours 2 years experience in project management 2 years handling highly confidential documents and records Strong organizational and interpersonal skills, keen attention to detail, and the ability to adhere to strict deadlines Exceptional writing and oral communication skills Excellent time‑management and willingness to work non‑standard hours Ability to work successfully alone or on a team Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel Preferred Qualifications Bachelors degree PMP Certification Physical Demands This job requires that the employee be able to sit, stand, walk, speak, hear, use hands, fingers, and reach with hands and fingers; bend, stoop, and lift objects of at least ten pounds. The employee occasionally must stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Visual ability requires mono and color vision, close vision, distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Terms of Employment In‑person, 12 months, 260 days (7.5 hours per day/5 days per week) Benefits Health and Dental Insurance are provided. KCPS Defined Benefit Pension plan – mandatory 9% contribution is required from employees and matched by KCPS; voluntary retirement savings plans are also available. Why Join Kansas City Public Schools? Be a changemaker, collaborate with passionate colleagues, and level up the future. #J-18808-Ljbffr Kansas City Public Schools