Director of Human Resources

Director Of Human Resources

The Director of Human Resources provides strategic leadership and administrative oversight for all Human Resources and Payroll functions of the district, including talent acquisition, employee relations, compensation and benefits, compliance, policy administration, organizational development, and workforce planning. The Director serves as a member of the district leadership team and works collaboratively with district administrators to develop and implement human capital strategies that support the district's mission, goals, and organizational effectiveness. The Director ensures compliance with applicable laws and regulations, promotes a positive workplace culture, and oversees the development and implementation of policies, programs, and practices that attract, develop, and retain a high-performing workforce.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Direct and oversee all Human Resources and Payroll operations, programs, services, and personnel.
• Develop and implement strategic workforce planning, recruitment, retention, and succession planning initiatives.
• Advise district leadership on personnel matters, organizational development, employee relations, and employment law compliance.
• Develop, recommend, and administer personnel policies, procedures, and regulations in accordance with federal and state laws and governing board directives.
• Ensures payroll and employee service functions comply with applicable laws, regulations, district policies, and auditing requirements.
• Lead complex employee relations matters, workplace investigations, disciplinary actions, grievances, and conflict resolution processes.
• Oversee compensation, classification, benefits, leave administration, substitute management programs and employee wellness initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws, certification requirements, audits, reporting obligations, and regulatory requirements.
• Direct labor and employee relations activities and serve as the district's primary HR representative in legal and employment matters.
• Oversee HR/Payroll information systems, personnel records, and department operations to ensure efficiency, accuracy, and confidentiality.
• Develop and manage the Human Resources budget and monitor departmental expenditures.
• Provide leadership for employee training, professional development, performance management, and organizational effectiveness initiatives.
• Supervise and evaluate Human Resources and Payroll staff and foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and customer service.
• Serve as a member of the district leadership team and provide reports, recommendations, and presentations to executive leadership and the Governing Board.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, Educational Leadership, or a related field.
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible human resources experience, including supervisory or management experience.
• Experience in employee relations, payroll functions, compliance, policy administration, and organizational leadership.
• Strong working knowledge of school finance software
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word), Google Apps

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, Educational Leadership, or a related field.
• SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or comparable senior-level HR certification.
• Experience in school district, governmental, or public-sector human resources and payroll administration.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Extensive knowledge of human resources management, organizational development, and employment law.
• Knowledge of employment practices.
• Ability to develop and implement strategic initiatives and long-range workforce plans.
• Ability to analyze complex personnel issues and recommend effective solutions.
• Ability to interpret laws, regulations, policies, and contractual provisions.
• Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment in sensitive matters.
• Ability to effectively supervise, mentor, and develop staff.

Additional Requirements:

• Valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Card or be able to obtain one
• MMR immunization required, unless born prior to January 1, 1957
• Negative TB test (within the last year)
• Valid Arizona driver's license
• Submit the following: Cover letter, resume, one recent (within five years) signed professional reference letter, and a copy of current certificate(s) via the district's online application system

Pima County JTED #11 is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in relation to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, language of origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or marital status.