Executive Director of Human Resources

Executive Director Of Human ResourcesLead people. Strengthen culture. Drive excellence. Central Union High School District is seeking an accomplished, strategic, and people-centered Executive Director of Human Resources to serve as a trusted member of the District's leadership team and lead the interconnected functions of Human Resources and Payroll. This pivotal position provides strategic leadership for the District's people and workforce operations—from attracting and developing exceptional employees to ensuring they are supported, valued, and accurately compensated. The Executive Director oversees Human Resources and Payroll, providing direction in talent acquisition, employee relations, labor relations, classification and compensation, benefits, compliance, employee development, payroll operations, and organizational effectiveness. We are seeking an innovative and collaborative leader who understands that strong people practices and strong operational systems are essential to a high-performing school district. The ideal candidate will bring exceptional leadership, sound judgment, financial and operational acumen, and a deep understanding of public-sector employment practices. They will be a trusted advisor to the Superintendent and leadership team, a thoughtful partner to employee groups and District leaders, and a champion for a culture built on integrity, accountability, service, and respect. This is an opportunity to shape the employee experience from recruitment through retirement, strengthen organizational culture, and ensure the systems supporting our workforce operate with accuracy, efficiency, and excellence. If you are a visionary HR leader who is passionate about public education and understands that investing in people is one of the most important investments a school district can make, we invite you to help lead the next chapter of Central Union High School District.Requirements/QualificationsAny combination of training, education, and/or experience comparable to a Bachelor's Degree in human resources, business administration, or a closely related field and five (5) years of increasing responsible human resources experience. Valid Class C California Driver's License and acceptable driving record. Criminal justice fingerprint clearance. Pre-employment health exam. Desired qualifications: Previous experience in a school setting.Copy of Transcript (Educational Degrees Held)Letter of Introduction (Letter of interest noting qualifications specific to the position)Letter(s) of Recommendation (2 current letters - dated and signed within one year of application)ResumeOnly complete applications (please do not note "see attached resume" on application), with all required documents will be considered. Please review your application and attachments to verify your information is current and accurate before submitting. Central Union High School District communicates information regarding the recruitment process via email. CUHSD is not responsible for messages blocked by your email service. Candidates recommended for employment will need to be fingerprinted and submit to a pre-employment health exam. CUHSD offers several medical plan options, dental, vision, life insurance, CalPERS retirement, and many voluntary benefits options. Non-discrimination-Title IX statement: The Central Union High School District (CUHSD), is committed to ensuring equal, fair, and meaningful access to employment and education services. CUHSD does not discriminate in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the basis and/or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy and related conditions, race, religion, retaliation, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by California state and federal nondiscrimination laws respectively. Not all bases of discrimination will apply to both education services and employment. The title IX Coordinator is Renee Verdugo, Human Resources Analyst, View phone number on click.appcast.io