Position Type:
Administration/Director

Date Posted:
11/19/2021

Location:
Central Office

Closing Date:
Until Filled

Administrative

Memoranda

Published from the Office of the CEO & Superintendent, East Cleveland City Schools

Volume 2022 No. 013_____________________________________Posted November 19, 2021

Director of Human Resources

Reports to: Chief Executive Officer & Superintendent

Contract Year 260 Days

Purpose: The Director of Human Resources requires a thorough knowledge of and ability to remain current on all local, state, and federal rules and regulations related to Human Resources. This position requires the Director to have excellent communication (written and oral) and relational skills that provide for positive outcomes. The Director of Human Resources must possess the ability to maintain professionalism and composure under stressful, difficult situations. The Director must demonstrate advanced skills in research and interpretation of rules and regulations related to Human Resources and ability to analyze, respond to, and resolve critical employment matters. The Director must be able to create, develop, and galvanize teams to promote the District's vision and human resource mission of finding, connecting, and keeping most talented employees for the benefit of our students and communities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Possession of a Master's Degree in Educational Leadership or related field.


• Minimum of five years administrative experience in education or related field.


• Possess the necessary License/Certification required by the State of Ohio.

Other Requirements:

• Able to adapt to the complexities of the urban school environment.


• Creative thinking and fostering innovation for both staff and students.


• Analytical thinking to problem solve and build systems for success.


• Familiar with evidence based practices on the school level that create and sustain change.


• Able to build capacity in others.


• Demonstrating leadership theories and practices.


• Knowledge of current education policy trends.

Job Description:

• Develops organization strategies by identifying and researching human resources issues; contributing information, analysis, and recommendations to organization strategic thinking and direction; establishing human resources objectives in line with organizational objectives.

• Implements human resources strategies by establishing department accountabilities, including talent acquisition, staffing, employment processing, compensation, health and welfare benefits, training and development, records management, safety and health, succession planning, employee relations and retention, Title IX compliance, and labor relations.

• Manages human resources operations by recruiting, selecting, orienting, training, coaching, counseling, and disciplining staff; planning, monitoring, appraising, and reviewing staff job contributions; maintaining compensation; determining production, productivity, quality, and customer-service strategies; designing systems; accumulating resources; resolving problems; implementing change.

• Develops human resources operations financial strategies by estimating, forecasting, and anticipating requirements, trends, and variances; aligning monetary resources; developing action plans; measuring and analyzing results; initiating corrective actions; minimizing the impact of variances.

• Accomplishes special project results by identifying and clarifying issues and priorities; communicating and coordinating requirements; expediting fulfillment; evaluating milestone accomplishments; evaluating optional courses of action; changing assumptions and direction.

• Supports management by providing human resources advice, counsel, and decisions; analyzing information and applications.

• Guides management and employee actions by researching, developing, writing, and updating policies, procedures, methods, and guidelines; communicating and enforcing organization values.

• Complies with federal, state, and local legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation; anticipating legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; advising management on needed actions.

• Updates job knowledge by participating in conferences and educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.

• Enhances department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.

Functions:

• Establishes appropriate levels of employee autonomy and accountability.

• Directs human resource activities that include: recruiting, selection, classification, compensation, benefits, employee services, regulatory compliance, recordkeeping, organizational development, labor/employee relations, training, etc. Maintains a pool of qualified staff substitutes.

• Efficiently manages concurrent responsibilities. Prioritizes assigned tasks. Develops effective solutions for work-related problems. Completes tasks within required time-frames.


• Serves as an adviser to the CEO/Superintendent and active member of the administrative team.


• Responsible for contract management and compliance.


• Coordinates contractual grievance process.


• Responsible for the administration and management of the Workers' Compensation program for the District.


• Administers and oversees disciplinary proceedings for licensed and non-teaching staff.


• Serves as a Compliance Officer for Complaints related to Harassment/Discrimination.


• Facilitates district compliance with all pertinent local, state and federal laws.


• Oversees the collection of accurate program data and the timely processing of paperwork.


• Recruits highly-qualified department staff. Oversees departmental orientation programs.


• Assumes responsibility for the results of delegated duties. Evaluates/documents staff performance.


• Analyzes census and student enrollment data. Interprets emerging staffing needs.


• Updates job descriptions and the employment section of the staff handbook.


• Posts open positions. Conducts applicant interviews and background investigations. Recommends appointments. Coordinates employee orientation processes.


• Administers continuing contracts, demotions, transfers, non-renewals and termination processes.


• Works with the treasurer's office to ensure employees are placed on the correct salary schedule.


• Helps formulate salary schedules, benefits and terms/conditions of employment.


• Coordinates regular labor/management committee meetings.


• Participates in bargaining unit negotiations and hearing/grievance processes.


• Manages staff services (e.g., insurance, fringe benefits, etc.).


• Facilitates local professional development committee activities.


• Coordinates Public School Works, AESOP, Frontline and Applitrack Systems.


• Facilitates collaborative planning of department and special project committee meetings.


• Implements the board-approved budget as assigned. Requisitions materials/services.


• Upholds fiscal accountability standards. Prepares revenue/expense projections as requested.


• Plans for equipment replacement using district performance goals and applicable safety standards.


• Works with the superintendent and treasurer to align budget proposals with district goals.


• Evaluates operational performance. Identifies short/long-range program needs and opportunities.


• Serves as liaison to District legal counsel.


• Coordinates strategic initiatives as designated.


• Evaluates Central Office and Administrative staff as designated.


• Exemplifies professionalism. Fosters goodwill to enhance the district's public image.


• Acts in accordance with the Licensure Code of Professional Conduct for Ohio Educators.


• Cultivates community relationships that promote strong public support for the district.


• Enforces drug-free workplace rules, board policies and administrative guidelines/procedures.


• Functions as part of a cohesive team. Develops mutually respectful relationships with co-workers.


• Keeps an acceptable attendance record and is punctual. Maintains a professional appearance.


• Provides leadership for the advancement of best practices and academic standards.


• Respects privacy. Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.


• Sustains an effective working environment. Performs all aspects of the job.


• Maintains open/effective communications. Serves as a reliable information resource.


• Provides prompt notification of personal delays or absences.


• Uses active listening/problem-solving techniques. Respects diversity. Resolves issues tactfully.


• Works with staff to ensure shared resources are used effectively.


• Pursues opportunities to enhance personal performance.


• Keeps current with professional standards associated with work duties.


• Updates skills as needed to use task-appropriate technology effectively.


• Keeps informed about workplace safety procedures. Initiates action to manage risks.


• Helps update and implement a comprehensive school emergency operations plan.


• Maintains high standards for appropriate conduct. Takes action to address harassment and/or aggressive behavior. Complies with administrative directives and federal/state laws when dealing with discrimination, inappropriate behavior, suspected child abuse or neglect.

• Manages student behavior using positive behavioral support techniques.


• Performs other specific job-related duties as directed.


• Implements workplace initiatives that advance organizational goals.

• Traveling to meetings and work assignments.

Possess the physical and mental attributes required to perform all essential functions.

Terms of Employment: Salary:

2021-2022 School Year Administrative Salary Schedule

Application Procedure

Applications are to be Completed via the on-line Application Process.https://www.applitrack.com/eastcleveland/onlineapp/