Executive Director of Talent and Human Resources, Job 24-0137 DO

APPLICATION REQUIREMENT: Mukilteo School District Equity Commitment

The Mukilteo School District is committed to eliminating racism, inequities for students, and institutional bias in order to ensure all of our students reach their full potential. Prospective employees of the District will be expected to share in this focus and commitment, and therefore are required to respond to the following:

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The District is seeking applicants for a full-time, 8 hour per day, 260 day per year Executive Director of Talent and Human Resources position at the District Office. Contract will start on July 1, 2025.

Annual salary listed is the 2024-25 rates.

JOB TITLE: EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF TALENT AND HUMAN RESOURCES

CLASSIFICATION: CENTRAL OFFICE ADMINISTRATION, HUMAN RESOURCES

REPORTS TO: ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT, BUSINESS SERVICES, HUMAN RESOURCES & TECHNOLOGY

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JOB SUMMARY: The Executive Director of Talent and Human Resources sets the vision and direction for the talent and leadership of all district employees. The Executive Director leads the team in the recruitment, hiring, onboarding, engagement, performance, and retention of the employee workforce and ensures the District’s commitment to equity is integrated into all facets of human resources functions and leadership development. This position serves on the Superintendent’s Cabinet.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Articulates a vision for Talent and Human Resources functions and establishes a department culture conducive to continuous improvement and production of high levels of services for constituents.
• Develops and implements human resources policies and procedures in support of a positive and productive work environment across the district.
• Manages the human resources team, fiscal resources and personnel functions.
• Recruit, hire and develop a culturally responsive and diverse workforce.
• Provides professional development, mentorship, training and resources to administrators for the hiring, supervision, performance, and evaluation of team members, including instances of employee misconduct.
• Serves as a lead member of the District’s Strategic Plan.
• Develops and implements a framework and action plan for leadership development and career pathways.
• Oversees the staffing process, employee transfers and hiring for all employee groups.
• Supports labor relations including contract negotiations, grievances, and contract implementation for all employee groups.
• Oversees employee accommodations and implements the District’s Affirmative Action Plan.
• Serves as the main employee investigator for certificated staff and administrative staff.
• Oversees the implementation of federal and state employment laws.
• Serves as the Title IX Officer/Civil Rights Compliance Officer.
• Implements and complies with all federal and state laws and reporting, district policies and the Code of Professional Conduct.
• Collaborate with school administrators and staff to ensure effective human resources practices.
• Other duties as assigned.

JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of best practices in engaging, growing and retaining a diverse workforce.
• Knowledge of employee relations, the grievance process and negotiations with labor unions.
• Knowledge of effective practices hiring, supervising, and evaluating staff.
• Knowledge of current federal and state employment laws and regulations.
• Skills and ability to strategically and systemically focus and align various programs and resources.
• Skills and ability to demonstrate cultural competencies, and respect and value for all cultural heritages.
• Skills in developing a diverse and inclusive environment, which includes a track record of success in attracting and retaining staff of color.
• Skills in establishing systems that are efficient, effective and customer service oriented.
• Skills in interest-based/collaborative bargaining processes and effective administration of negotiated agreements.
• Skills in effective decision-making, problem-solving and group facilitation.
• Skills in delegating and developing leadership in others.
• Skills in interpersonal relations, conflict management and collaboration.
• Skills in conducting legally sound investigations.
• Ability to develop and manage programs and resources that align to the District’s goals.
• Ability to successfully advance equity and inclusion across a system and all functions.
• Ability to work with a diverse group of people under a variety of circumstances.
• Ability to promote and foster a culture of continuous improvement and quality performance through feedback and ongoing support.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s Degree, or higher, in Business, Educational Administration, Personnel Administration, Public Administration or related field, highly preferred.
• Significant experience in human resources administration or a closely related field including management experience, preferred.
• Experience working directly with people from diverse cultural, racial, ethnic, gender, sexual orientation, ability, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Valid Washington State driver’s license or evidence of mobility.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Updated 03/2025

Mukilteo School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator Simone Neal (425-356-1325), NealSR@mukilteo.wednet.edu, Section 504 Coordinator Becca Anderson (425-356-1277), AndersonRA@mukilteo.wednet.edu, and the ADA/Access Coordinator Karen Mooseker (425-356-1330), MoosekerKW@mukilteo.wednet.edu. Address: 9401 Sharon Drive in Everett, WA. Inquiries regarding ADA/Access issues at Sno-Isle TECH Skills Center should be directed to Wes Allen, Director (425-348-2220) AllenWR@mukilteo.wednet.edu. Address: 9001 Airport Road in Everett, WA 98204.