Head of Recruiting & HR

Position Type:

Administration

Date Posted:

7/1/2026

Location:

Administration

Position Title: Director of Human Resources

Reports To: Superintendent of Schools - Chester Upland School District

Supervises: Various administrative support personnel within areas of responsibility

Position Goal: To provide leadership and direction in for the Department of Human Resources in

support of its strategic plan and short-, medium-, and long-term goals through the execution of

best practices in the areas of recruitment, selection, evaluation/assessment, training/professional

development, succession planning, employee recognition, and position control.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field required. SPHR

certification strongly preferred. Master's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or

related field and SPHR certification preferred.

• Three (3) years' experience in progressively large HR roles with significant experience in

talent acquisition, employee development, and employee evaluation in an educational setting

preferred.

• Working knowledge, or proven ability to acquire knowledge, of the needs of an educational

organization as it relates to educational certification and "highly qualified" professional and

paraprofessional staff.

• Demonstrated ability to lead a team and communicate to a wide variety of audiences orally and in

writing.

• Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated knowledge of group dynamics,

consensus-building, problem solving, and conflict resolution.

• Knowledge of and ability to interpret collective bargaining agreements, employment contracts,

and Board policies.

• Ability to use computer systems and implement the use of HR software applications.
• Proven planning, organizational, and project management skills.
• Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret data.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to, the

following fundamental duties:

1. Provides leadership, support, guidance, and technical assistance for the assigned areas of

responsibility.

2. Remains abreast of all laws, regulations, rules, and policies affecting the employment process

from recruitment to severance of the employment relationship.

3. Supervises assigned personnel, conducts annual performance appraisals, and makes

recommendations for appropriate employment actions, including, but not limited to, hiring, firing,

disciplinary action, etc.

4. Provides leadership and oversight in the District's recruitment process to include, but not be

limited to, the development of legally compliant and organizationally sound job descriptions and

applications; the development of a robust recruitment process; the formal assessment of all recruitment activities;

the development of a stringent and legally compliant interview process to

include an applicant screening process, skills testing if necessary, and a rigorous

competency-based interview and selection process; effective reference and background checks;

pre-employment physical fitness testing if necessary; formal offers of employment, and adherence to

applicable collective bargaining agreements regarding posting of vacancies, etc.

5. Provides leadership and oversight of the talent on-boarding process to ensure compliance with

all laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

6. Develops and implements an orientation program for all new talent designed to effectively

welcome new employees to the District and provide them information and guidance essential to their

success through a documented induction program model.

7. Develops and implements an exit process for all employees to include effective exit interviews;

the return of all District equipment, access cards, and keys; the termination of technology access,

etc.

8. Oversees the development, implementation, and assessment of staff evaluation processes and

procedures to ensure that such processes are legally compliant and conducted with fidelity.

9. In conjunction with appropriate administrative personnel, facilitates the development,

implementation, and evaluation of staff development activities in such areas as civil rights

compliance, unlawful harassment, workplace safety, conducting effective performance evaluations,

supervision, etc.

10. Compiles emerging trends with candidates in regards to compensation, benefits, and work/life

balance and advises senior leadership on findings and recommendations.

1. Assists the administrative team in the succession planning process.
2. In conjunction with the Business Office, ensures the validity and accuracy of Position Control.
3. Responsible for maintaining databases for certification issues, including, but not limited to,

tenure, Level I/Level II status, and Act 48/Act 45 compliance.

14. Maintains required records and prepares or oversees the preparation of various state and

federal employment-related reports and ensures that such reports are completed and submitted

accurately in a timely manner.

15. Drafts, interprets, and disseminates policies, regulations, procedures, and other important

information to staff within assigned areas of responsibility.

16. Serves as liaison with the Pennsylvania Department of Education for assigned areas of

responsibility.

17. Participates in the negotiations process with all employment groups as requested by the

Assistant Superintendent.

18. Provides leadership and guidance in the development of departmental objectives, standard

operating procedures, performance standards, timelines, and reports.

1. Attends school board meetings to present personnel agenda items.
2. Attends training sessions, conferences, and workshops to keep abreast of current practices,

programs, and legal issues associated with areas of responsibility.

21. Performs such other duties as requested/assigned by direct supervisor.

The information in this job description is for compliance with the Chester Upland School District Board Policy and the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities and qualifications for the position. The incumbent may perform or be assigned other duties.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Chester Upland School District (CUSD) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CUSD ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Any individual needing assistance in making application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io.