Human Resources Manager

Position Type:
Administration/Director

Date Posted:
5/26/2026

Location:
District Administration

Closing Date:
06/13/2026
Job Summary:

As an Administrator for the District, the Human Resources Manager oversees all personnel and human resources operations including recruitment and hiring, onboarding, compensation and benefits, contracting and licensing, offboarding, substitutes and substitute procedures, and legal compliance (employee handbooks, disciplinary matters, disputes and investigations, employment terminations including retirement).

Key Responsibilities

Human Resources Duties:

• Provide direction, support and supervision of Human Resources functions
• In coordination with the Superintendent and Business Manager, provide oversight of the policies and update and enforce these when necessary
• Develop and administer an employee handbook to reflect district policies and procedures
• Work with the Leadership team and/or Board to prepare staffing recommendations, including assignments, layoff/non-renewals, contracts, promotions, terminations, retirements, and supplemental contracts
• Develop, implement, and administer a compensation program and structure in conjunction with district leadership
• Work with an insurance broker to offer competitive insurance and benefits, including wellness
• Work with the leadership team to develop a system to monitor and improve employee engagement and district culture
• In coordination with leadership, develop a system of recruitment to assist with hiring qualified employees for the district
• Revamp and update job descriptions to reflect appropriate responsibilities in each job
• Create and maintain a hiring process, including job postings, applicant tracking, communication, and pre-employment/background checks
• Support district and building leaders with the interview and hiring process
• Provide instruction and support in developing and administering an onboarding and offboarding program.
• In conjunction with the contracted agency, maintain substitute teachers as it relates to compensation, assignments, personnel concerns, etc.
• Responsible for the preparation of the annual WISEstaff report
• Create and implement an evaluation system/structure to evaluate employee performance
• Create a process of improvement plans, written warnings, and discipline as needed
• In coordination with district leadership, plan district in-services and mandatory employee trainings
• Maintain a system for contracting for administrators, professional teachers, and providing reasonable assurance to support staff.
• Maintain a system for employee licensing
• Maintain a system for all employee leave, including FMLA and other medical leave
• Manage all Worker's compensation claims, audits and reporting
• Seek legal counsel to ensure legal compliance and laws are followed in various situations

Leadership Responsibilities

• Attend and participate in leadership meetings to help provide direction
• Provide HR expertise to the leadership team to ensure legal compliance within the district
• Ensure Leadership is up-to-date and kept current with HR initiatives, seeking guidance when appropriate

All responsibilities are carried out with a focus on student success, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources is preferred
• SHRM-SCP license preferred
• Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS), specifically Skyward and Frontline, experience is preferred
• Management experience specifically with overseeing Human Resources staff

Qualifications

• High attention to detail with the ability to think analytically in order to develop processes and system solutions
• Customer service oriented
• Enjoys problem solving and finding solutions for end user efficiencies
• Ability to work with multiple individuals and departments

Successful candidates consistently demonstrate:

• Strong organizational and analytical thinking
• Adaptability in dynamic environments
• Clear professional communication and work in a collaborative manner
• Commitment to continuous improvement through implementation of programs and managing change
• Expertise in federal and state labor laws, including FMLA, ADA, FLSA, and Wisconsin-specific DPI regulations
• Manage Leave & Benefits: Process actions relative to FMLA, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability, while overseeing the design of compensation programs.
• Maintain a high degree of confidentiality
• Proficiency in Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS), applicant tracking software, and data visualization tools for personnel reporting.
• Demonstrated skills in positive human relations and cultural competence
• Demonstrated skills in problem-solving and conflict management
• Leadership & Department Management
• Supervise and evaluate personnel
• Directly supervise and evaluate the HR Specialist ensuring accuracy in personnel data

Compensation & Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package based on qualifications, including:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Employee Assistance Program and voluntary benefits
• District-paid life and disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS)

How to Apply

Submit:

• Cover letter
• Resume or work history
• References

Equal Opportunity Statement

The Shawano School District is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal and state civil rights laws, including Title VI, Title VII, and Title IX.

The Shawano School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, sexual orientation, race, national origin, ancestry, color, creed, religion, pregnancy, marital or parental status, or any physical, mental, emotional, or learning disability, or any other legally protected status or classification. Employees of this District are required to comply with the provisions of Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, and Title IX, Education Amendments of 1972.