What are the responsibilities and job description for the EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR - TOTAL REWARDS AND WORKFORCE PLANNING position at Atlanta Public Schools?
Position Type :
DISTRICT LEADERSHIP / DIRECTOR
Date Posted : 1 / 21 / 2025
Location :
HR : Total Rewards & Workforce Management
Closing Date :
01 / 29 / 2025 POSITION SUMMARY
The Executive Director of Total Rewards & Workforce Planning provides strategic leadership in designing and delivering innovative and equitable total rewards programs. This role drives the district's vision for competitive compensation, optimized HR technology, and seamless absence management to support a culture of excellence. Through data-driven insights, market analysis, and a commitment to operational efficiency, the Executive Director ensures HR strategies align with organizational goals while enhancing the employee experience and maintaining compliance with all applicable regulations.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Strategic Leadership and Total Rewards Management
- Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive Total Rewards strategy, encompassing compensation, benefits, HR technology, and absence management, to ensure alignment with district goals and priorities.
- Drive initiatives that promote fair and equitable compensation practices through market analysis, benchmarking, and innovative rewards programs.
- Provide leadership in ensuring job descriptions remain accurate, relevant, and reflective of current responsibilities and industry standards.
Compensation and Benefits Administration
HR Technology and Data Analytics
Compliance and Operational Excellence
Collaboration and Employee Engagement
MIMIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION :
CERTIFICATION / LICENSE :
WORK EXPERIENCE :
SALARY INFORMATION
Pay Grade : 140
Work Days : Annual
POSITION INFORMATION :
FLSA Status : Exempt
Employment Category : At Will
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
PHYSICAL ABILITIES AND WORKING CONDITIONS
The physical abilities, working conditions and other conditions of employment listed in this document are representative of, but are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of the requirements for positions in this classification. In the event of an emergency or situation requiring guidance from Federal, State, or local or school district authorities, the requirements of this position may change temporarily or for the school year to best serve the needs of our students.
Vision : Ability to read small print and view a computer screen for prolonged periods.
Hearing : Ability to tolerate exposure to noisy conditions
Speech : Ability to be understood in face-to-face communications, to speak with a level of proficiency and volume to be understood over a telephone or computer.
Upper Body Mobility : Ability to use hands to grasp and manipulate small objects; manipulate fingers, twist and bend at wrist and elbow; extend arms to reach outward and upward; use hands and arms to lift objects; turn, raise, and lower head.
Strength : Ability to lift, push, pull and / or carry objects which weigh as much as 15 or more pounds on a frequent basis.
Environmental Requirements : Ability to encounter constant work interruptions; work cooperatively with others; work independently; work indoors.
Mental Requirements : Ability to read, write, understand, interpret and apply information at a moderately complex level essential for successful job performance; math skills at a high school proficiency level; judgement and the ability to process information quickly; learn quickly and follow verbal procedures and standards; give verbal instruction; rank tasks in order of importance; copy, compare, compile and coordinate information and records. Understand how to manage stress
Additional Work Conditions & Physical Abilities : Will require travel to multiple sites.
The Atlanta Public School System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex,citizenship, ethnic or national origin, age, disability, medical status, military status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, ancestry, or any legally protected status in any of its employment practices, educational programs, services or activities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties. This job description is intended to accurately reflect the duties, responsibilities and requirements of the position. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position. Management and administration reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary.
