Director of Human Resources SY25/26

Working at Brooklyn Lab is unlike teaching in a traditional environment. Our staff know the individual strengths and areas for growth of each of their scholars. By design, our schools are small communities where every scholar is seen, known, and heard.

Our faculty understands the value of collaboration.  They share best practices across the teams and contents,  engage in weekly professional development,  get individualized feedback from passionate coaches, and work as a team to provide their scholars with a high-quality education.  

We invite you to be part of a transformation in education and to inspire a diverse group of scholars with a lifelong love of learning. We are an unapologetically college preparation program, and we know that exceptional results require exceptional preparation. We have an extended school year and school day, from 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, to ensure our scholars grow at exceptional levels.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Strategic HR Leadership:
  • Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with the organization’s goals and objectives.
  • Partner with senior leadership to ensure that HR practices contribute to organizational success.
  • Anticipate HR needs and provide solutions to support business growth and change.
• Talent Acquisition and Retention:
  • Oversee the recruitment process to attract top talent.
  • Develop retention strategies to maintain a high level of employee satisfaction and minimize turnover.
  • Lead talent management programs, including succession planning and career development initiatives.
• Employee Relations and Engagement:
  • Foster a positive work culture and environment.
  • Address employee concerns and disputes, ensuring a fair and respectful workplace.
  • Implement employee engagement initiatives and ensure ongoing communication with employees.
• Performance Management:
  • Design and implement performance management systems to evaluate and improve employee performance.
  • Provide coaching to managers and employees on performance appraisals and development plans.
  • Monitor performance metrics to ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Compensation and Benefits:
  • Oversee the design and implementation of competitive compensation and benefits programs.
  • Ensure compliance with labor laws and industry standards regarding compensation.
  • Manage the organization’s budget for compensation and benefits.
• Training and Development:
  • Identify training needs and create learning and development programs.
  • Support leadership development and ensure the ongoing development of employees at all levels.
  • Ensure employees have access to career growth opportunities.
• Compliance and Risk Management:
  • Ensure adherence to labor laws, industry regulations, and company policies.
  • Stay up to date on employment law changes and manage compliance programs.
  • Address workplace safety, health, and legal risks, ensuring a safe work environment.
    
  • Monitor employee turnover, hiring trends, and workforce demographics.
    
  • Prepare regular reports for the senior management team on HR trends, issues, and performance.
    
  • Guide employees and managers through change processes while maintaining productivity and morale.
• HR Analytics and Reporting:
  • Use HR metrics and analytics to make data-driven decisions.
  • Prepare regular reports for the senior management team on HR trends, issues, and performance.
  • Monitor employee turnover, hiring trends, and workforce demographics. maintaining productivity and morale.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 
  Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (essential).
• Master’s Degree in HR Management, Organizational Development, or an MBA with an HR focus is often preferred.
  Professional Certifications Preferred
  SHRM-SCP, PHR or CHRP.
• Extensive Experience  in human resources, including at least 2 years in a senior leadership or managerial role.
• Proven track record in strategic HR planning, talent acquisition, and employee relations.
• Experience in managing teams, leading organizational change, and developing performance management systems.
  
• Experience in urban and/or low-income areas preferred
• Commitment to LAB’s mission and vision for excellence
• A growth mindset and the ability to work as part of a team
• Comfort with accountability and the ability to absorb feedback for the development of your craft and the scholars in your care

Whenever possible, LAB seeks to hire teachers certified in special education and/or teaching English to speakers of other languages, in addition to the subject they teach, to provide additional support to students with special needs and/or limited English proficiency.

COMPENSATION

Salary range: $100,000 - $130,000, commensurate with experience, education, and certification.

In addition to competitive salaries, LAB benefits package includes:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
• Short & long-term disability
• Life insurance 
• Premium gym membership discount to LIFETIME GYM nationwide
• Pre-tax commuter and parking benefits
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution
• Annual professional development allowance

BECOME BROOKLYN LAB!

Brooklyn LAB is an equal opportunity employer that welcomes candidates of diverse backgrounds and is committed to equal access for those with disabilities in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

COVID-19 VACCINATION POLICY

To prioritize our school community's well-being, health, and safety, Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School will require all staff members to have completed their full COVID-19. In compliance with federal and state laws, we will be offering exemptions to employees who, for medical or strongly held religious reasons, cannot be vaccinated.

Salary : $100,000 - $130,000