Human Resources Director

Job Title: Human Resources Director

Location: Columbus, OH 43235 (Remote in Columbus, OH Area with Travel) 

The Human Resources Director (HRD) serves as a strategic partner to school and operations leaders across our education brands—including Applied Behavioral Services, The Learning Spectrum, and New Story Schools. This role plays a critical part in aligning people strategies with school-level needs to ensure a strong, mission-driven culture.

The HRD works closely with school leadership to address employee relations, coach leaders through complex HR matters, and strengthen school-based HR practices. They assess and streamline HR processes to promote consistency, compliance, and equity across all locations. When challenges arise, the HRD identifies root causes and delivers practical, people-centered solutions that support both employee experience and organizational goals.

Why Join Us?

• Weekday Schedule – Work Monday through Friday with a consistent school-based schedule, no nights or weekends required. 
• Paid School Breaks & Time Off – Enjoy paid school breaks, holidays, and personal time off, ensuring time to recharge and reset.
• Comprehensive Benefits – Access health, dental, and vision insurance, plus employer-paid short-term disability, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts (FSA/HSA). 
• Financial Perks – Benefit from a 401(k)-retirement plan with up to 4% company match, plus employer-paid HSA contributions and life & disability insurance. 
• Professional Development – Advance your career with tuition reimbursement, mentorship programs, leadership training, and pathways to grow into teaching or behavioral health roles. 
• Supportive Team – Collaborate with educators, specialists, and therapists in a positive, inclusive environment with annual awards, Teammate Appreciation Week, and team-building events. 
• Make an Impact – Help students with special needs build life skills, confidence, and independence in a supportive school environment. 

Your Role as a Senior Human Resources Manager

• Strategic Partnership- Collaborate with the Senior HR Director to develop, implement, and evaluate the human resources strategy, aligning it with the organization’s vision, mission, and goals.
• Operational Oversight- Provide day-to-day operational oversight for the HR team, working closely with the Senior HR Director. This includes deploying recruitment and retention strategies, managing performance programs, handling employee relations and problem resolution, and overseeing reward and recognition programs and employee engagement initiatives.
• Recruitment Support- Assist and support recruitment efforts to ensure effective and efficient sourcing and selection of candidates. This may involve attending job fairs and researching innovative tactics for sourcing and selecting the right candidates.
• HR Management- Manage the HR function and provide guidance on policy interpretation, employment and recruitment processes, benefits, and salary administration, in coordination with the Senior HR Director.
• Employee Relations- Act as a liaison for employee relations matters, proactively identifying issues and concerns, reporting them timely to the Senior HR Director and operational leadership, and recommending resolution options to minimize legal exposure.
• Compliance Audits- Oversee routine compliance audits to identify strengths and areas for improvement, as directed by the Senior HR Director.
• Data Analysis- Work with the Senior HR Director to analyze HR data, including recruitment and retention trends, turnover rates, performance management outcomes, engagement data, and other relevant HR metrics, to enhance operational effectiveness and workforce efficiency.
• Travel- This role will have 50-75% travel to our different school locations across Ohio. 

Required Qualifications 

• Education – Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience – Minimum 5 years of progressive HR experience, including at least 3 years in a HR Business Partner role leading HR initiatives, policies, and teams in a dynamic environment.
• Strategic Communication – Demonstrate exceptional communication and presentation skills, effectively engaging with employees, leadership, and key stakeholders.
• HR Operations & Compliance – Possess a deep understanding of HR functions, including employee relations, talent management, compliance, and policy implementation.
• Tech-Savvy Approach – Utilize Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams) to streamline HR processes and enhance efficiency.
• Problem-Solving & Leadership – Apply strong problem-solving, organizational, and networking skills to navigate complex HR challenges and drive impactful solutions.

Preferred/Nice to Have: 

• SHRM Certification – Holding a SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification is a plus.
• HR Leadership Experience – Previous experience as an HR Business Partner or HR Manager is highly desirable.
• Advanced Education – A Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.

Ready to Make an Impact? Apply Today! 

At New Story Management, we are committed to diversity, inclusion, and creating a supportive, drug-free workplace. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Join our team and help shape a brighter future for students with special needs!