Coordinator, Human Resources (8222)

Job Description

Job Title

Coordinator, Human Resources

Evaluation Type Clinical

Department

Human Resources

Pay Grade

A6

FLSA

Exempt

Date Revised

March 2025

Supervisor

Director of Human Resources

BASIC FUNCTION & RESPONSIBILITY: In collaboration with the Director of Human Resources, the Human Resources Coordinator will engage in organizational strategic planning and provide leadership for developing and implementing the district's recruitment efforts, human capital development initiatives, and employee relations functions. Additionally, this role will oversee and coordinate the district's efforts to strengthen talent development and performance management. The focus will be on using data to set priorities for improvement and align efforts with ongoing strategic initiatives. This role will also assist the Director of Human Resources with employee relations matters.

Entry Qualifications

• Texas teaching certification
• Minimum of three years of successful teaching experience
• Master's degree from an accredited college or university is preferred
• Clear and valid Texas driver's license
  
  

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of

• Texas Education Agency (TEA) rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Instructional practices, multi-tiered systems of support, and human resource practices.
• Academic programs, intervention strategies, and teacher appraisal processes.
  
  

Skills in

• Designing, implementing, measuring, and refining programs and services through collaborative team efforts.
• Using technology and software applications (e.g., email, word processing, spreadsheets, presentations).
• Analyzing complex information and developing long-range and immediate plans.
• Communicating effectively through both verbal and written presentations.
  
  

Abilities to

• Foster collaboration across departments to enhance service delivery, program development, and satisfaction.
• Deliver essential services consistently across campuses and the district.
• Ensure vertical and horizontal system integration to support high student achievement.
• Solve complex problems and build consensus.
• Prioritize, organize, and manage workload effectively.
  
  

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: The essential functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the characteristic duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities noted herein; however, this is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions found in this job description.

Management Of Administrative, Fiscal, And/or Facilities Functions

• Develop and implement recruitment strategies to attract and retain high-quality candidates in collaboration with the Director of Human Resources.
• Develop and direct the current and long-range plans, policies, and guidelines for the assigned programs and services; continuously assess and seek improvements or updates to enhance program effectiveness; provide materials, guidance, and direction for teachers and campus contacts; visit campuses; provide on-site observations; and attend meetings as necessary.
• Coordinate departmental activities with other District offices and administrators; assist as requested.
• Respond to campus support needs and work with newly hired teaching staff to provide resources to meet those needs.
• Provide best practice guidance for instructional and multi-tiered systems of support programs and district practices.
• Coordinate district-wide initiatives resulting in improved retention rates for the district.
• Work collaboratively with the Director of Student Services and the Curriculum and Instruction department to implement processes to strengthen new hire onboarding and support effective coaching and mentoring systems.
• Help research, develop, and implement training programs that support teachers and principals in addressing key school and district priorities.
• Design and implement a district-wide professional development system that supports educators through job-embedded learning, professional learning communities, and training aligned with district goals and staff needs.
• Conduct presentations and professional development opportunities.
• Assist campus administrators and teacher leaders in leading, supporting, and facilitating a variety of professional learning activities to improve teacher retention.
• Provide leadership for implementing a teacher career pathway plan, including developing teacher leaders at the campus level.
• Ensure talent and performance management efforts support better efficiency and effectiveness across programs and operations.
• Manage the process of analyzing educator evaluation data to provide teachers with individual coaching and support plans.
• Support campus administration using educator evaluation and student data to make instructional decisions.
• Coordinate effective districtwide employee recognition programs for both new hires and existing employees.
  
  

School/Community Relations And Communications

• Maintain positive and timely communication with campus administrators and instructional coaches.
• Research, recommend, implement, and oversee district and department policies and procedures to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Adhere to policies established by federal and state law, including State Board of Education rules and local Board policies.
• Collaborate with governmental agencies, businesses, civic organizations, and the community to share information and promote district initiatives.
• Respond promptly to calls and emails from district staff regarding concerns about newly hired teachers and work with all stakeholders to find resolutions.
  
  

Human Resource Management

• Evaluate and lead retention initiatives.
• Recognize exemplary performance of newly hired teaching staff.
• Support and train campus administrative staff on the retention of newly hired teaching staff.
• Work collaboratively with the Director of Human Resources to implement processes for identifying, recruiting, selecting, placing, supporting, and retaining high-quality staff.
• Review, refine, and provide ongoing support for the district mentoring program to ensure it remains effective and meets the needs of participants.
• Assist in handling employee relations issues by providing support, guidance, and resolution strategies to ensure a positive and productive work environment.
  
  

Organization Improvement/Morale

• Encourage collaboration and teamwork among department staff, campus leaders, and newly hired teachers.
• Promote open communication and teamwork between department staff and campus leaders to improve service delivery and support program development.
  
  

Professional Growth and Development

• Facilitate professional development based on newly hired teacher data.
• Guide assigned staff in participating, planning, and implementing professional development that increases effectiveness and improves District performance.
• Participate in professional development that increases effectiveness and improves District performance.
• Facilitate guidance and monitoring to the student teachers after initial placement has occurred.
• Oversee the exit interview process for both professional and paraprofessional personnel.
  
  

Recruitment

• Develop and implement effective recruiting strategies. Continuously analyze the results and adjust as needed by collaborating with placement offices, universities, Regional Education Service Center staff, professional associations, and other recruitment resource organizations.
• Coordinate the recruitment program and ensure the district is represented positively and professionally.
• Plan and coordinate the annual district teacher job fair.
• Organize the district's participation in external job fairs.
• Manage and oversee the entire recruiting and advertising strategy, including social media posts and advertisements across all media platforms.
  
  

Other Responsibilities

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
  
  

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

• Supervise the District's front desk receptionist
  
  

Physical & Mental Demands

• Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment; Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
• Motion: Frequent walking
• Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may lift and move textbooks and classroom equipment up to 40 pounds
• Environment: Work inside, may work outside; regular exposure to noise
• Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours; Ability to drive frequently to various district locations, including the ability to manage long hours on the road while maintaining focus and professionalism.
  
  

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

• Work is typically performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
  
  

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.