Executive Director of Human Resources

Job Title: Executive Director Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Job Role: Human Resources Funding Source: Local

Pay Grade:

Department/School: Human Resources

Function: Human Resources

Reports to: Chief Human Resource Officer HR Date Approved: July 2015

HR Date Revised: March 2025

SUMMARY:

Responsible for supporting the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) in overall management of the District’s Human Resources function. Supports and directs the strategic planning and implementation of Human Resources programs to include professional and non-exempt staffing, wage and salary administration, leave administration, performance appraisal, employee relations, and certification/licensure. Implement legally sound and effective Human Resources management programs, policies, and practices. Responsible for the management of unemployment benefits and coordination of the American with Disability Act.

The essential functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the characteristic duties and responsibilities noted herein, however, this list represents examples only, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions found in this job description.

• Model KISD core organizational beliefs and values; perform duties effectively and efficiently for the purpose of supporting and contributing to high student achievement.
• Provide program support and service delivery; communicate effectively within and across teams and participate in cross-functional work groups.
• Maintain a commitment to the District mission; model District expectations through personal leadership and actively support the efforts of others to achieve District goals.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Human Resources Department Management

• Assist in implementing plan for addressing Human Resources training needs throughout the school district and develop and plan training programs to meet the established needs. Oversee and implement both on-going and special interest training programs.
• Direct the day-to-day operations of the Human Resources Department, including planning, development, coordination, and evaluation of operations and implementing department goals and objectives.Oversee and coordinate employee performance appraisal system and ensure that supervisors have proper training.
• Assist supervisors and principals with employee counseling, improvement plans, and due-process procedures, where needed.
• Assist with selection, training, supervision, and evaluation of Human Resources staff and make sound recommendations related to assignment, retention, discipline, and dismissal.
• Ensure District compliance with federal and state laws and regulations.

Employment

• Support efforts to work with principals and other administrators to forecast staffing needs and develop staffing plans. Oversee the recruitment, retention, screening and selection process for all employees.

• Ensure that all teachers are highly qualified and have the appropriate credentials for assignments.

• Oversee the system for new employees to acquire appropriate information, support, and training necessary for success on the job.

• Oversee and manage the criminal history review processes for District employees

Compensation and Benefits

• Oversee and manage the District’s compensation program including job descriptions, salary surveys, and position reclassifications.
• Implement, administer, and monitor procedures for salary administration and placement of new hires.
• Provide oversight of the District’s leave, health insurance, optional employee benefits, workers’ compensation, and unemployment compensation benefit programs including overseeing relationship with insurance vendors and third-party administrators.

Employee Relations

• Take a proactive role in identifying and responding to employee issues; work in collaboration with District leadership to ensure preemptive and effective employee communications.
• Support administration of the employee grievance procedure adopted by the Board. Assist CHRO with investigation, analysis, and decision-making process regarding personnel problems and/or other related policy issues.
• Interpret policies and procedures and ensure support of directors, officers, employees and other government agencies on employment, record keeping, retirement, grievance and other personnel matters and procedures.
• Conduct annual research regarding employee satisfaction, morale, and communications. Monitor employee retention and turnover through analysis of data and exit interviews. Coordinate effective districtwide employee recognition programs.
• Oversee the update process for the employee handbook and personnel directory annually and distribution to employees. Ensure procedures are followed to inform employees of personnel policies, procedures, and programs that affect them.

Records

• Support personnel records management and help ensure compliance with the state records management program.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents as required.

Other

• Prepare and deliver written and oral presentations on Human Resource and management issues to employees.
• Stay abreast of current research and best practices in human resources management and development in educational and non-education-related settings, and adjust plans, policies and procedures accordingly.

Budget and Inventory

• Participate in development, preparation, and administration of budget for supplies and equipment and ensure that the program is cost-effective and that funds are managed wisely.
• Assist with the selection and purchase of supplemental equipment and supplies for the program.

Policy, Reports, and Law

• Maintain confidentiality.
• Develop and maintain systems for retrieval of information in support of all programs; compile, maintain, file, and secure all physical and computerized reports, records, and other required documents.
• Pursue Professional Development activities for self and assigned staff; ensure that Professional Development activities are aligned with District goals and initiatives and current professional research.
• Comply with all policies, operating procedures, legal requirements, and verbal and written directives.
• Comply with the Professional Code of Ethics and Standard Practices for Texas
• Follow District safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

• Master’s degree
• Valid Texas Administrator Certificate

Experience:

• Three (3) years successful campus administrative experience
• Three (3) years successful campus administrative experience in Secondary Education (preferred)
• Two (2) years successful supervisory experience

SPECIAL KNOWLEGDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of selection, training, and supervision of personnel
• Knowledge of wage and salary, benefits, and performance appraisal administration
• Knowledge of general and education employment law and hearing procedures
• Ability to implement policy and procedures
• Ability to use software to develop spreadsheets, perform data analysis, and do word processing
• Ability to manage budget and personnel
• Excellent public relations, organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of employees, the school board, or other organizations

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITES:

• Supervise, evaluate, and recommend hiring and dismissal of Human Resource Department staff assigned.

MENTAL/PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:

Tools/Equipment Used:

• Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals

Posture:

• Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion:

• Repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching

Lifting:

• Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)

Environment:

• May work prolonged or irregular hours
• Work to be completed on-site from assigned school or building
• No remote work
• Frequent districtwide travel

Mental Demands:

• Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress work; prolonged or irregular hours

INTENT AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit, or any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.